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Year: 2024

Lincoln County Finance and Insurance Committee June 7 Meeting Summary

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – At the Lincoln County Finance and Insurance Committee Meeting on Friday June 7, discussions took place regarding a vehicle that was recently retired by the County Sheriff’s Office. All in attendance agreed by unanimous vote to keep it as a county fleet vehicle, to be monitored and evaluated after one year. Two representatives from the Humane Society were also present, and there was discussion regarding dog licenses and what the county’s funding is used for. The committee’s next meeting is scheduled for July 5, 2024.

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Lincoln County Opioid Task Force June 12 Meeting Summary

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – The Lincoln County Opioid Task Force met on Wednesday June 12. Topics of Discussion included a proposal from the Impact Community Planning Group for a needs assessment and gap analysis, and compiling survey questions to submit to the public for feedback on where gaps may exist with addressing the opioid crisis. Also discussed was nominating members for the Task Force Partnership. The next Task Force Meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, July 10, 2024 at 2:00pm.

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Merrill Fire Department Report For Week Ending June 16 2024

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Fire Department responded to 63 calls during the week ending June 16. This brings the total for 2024 to 1005 calls. One call was for a motor vehicle accident resulting in an injury. There were 54 calls requesting EMS services, excluding the accident that resulted in injury. A call came in reporting a building fire, and there was one call reporting the odor of smoke. Two calls were canceled en route.

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Planning For Trail Between Wausau And Merrill Gaining Traction

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – Plans to establish a recreation trail between Wausau and Merrill are gaining traction. Two public involvement meetings have been scheduled, with the first taking place last night at the Lincoln County Service Center. The second meeting is scheduled for next Thursday June 27th in Wausau. The trail project should link not only the two cities but eventually continue on to Tomahawk and connect with the Hiawatha and Bearskin trails, leading trail-seekers well into the Northwoods. Planning for the trail has received the support of both Marathon and Lincoln…

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2024 Cost of Bills Index Report Shows Merrill Households Expenses Lower Than Average

Steve Dillon

A recently published 2024 Cost of Bills Index Report provides a new standard comparison index for the most fundamental expenses that comprise the cost of living in a given area. Spending information for Merrill shows the average cost of household expenses to be $1,184 a month or $22,600 a year for the 10 most common household bills. These figures are 11% lower than the national average. Merrill households spend 36% of their income on household bills.

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Lincoln County Social Services Youth Justice Collaborative Committee Meeting Notes

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – The Lincoln County Social Services Youth Justice Collaborative Committee met at the County Service Center last Tuesday, June 11. Committee Member Jenna Dulap gave a very informative presentation on the current youth justice system. More information regarding resources for the system can be found at www.dcf.wisconsin.gov/ys. The committee also discussed what could be done to provide targeted preventative education. A presentation entitled Problematic Sexualized Behavior will be given at the committee’s next meeting, which is scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at 1:00pm.

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Highway 107 Repaving Project Scheduled For 2026

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – A repaving project on Highway 107 in Lincoln County has been tentatively scheduled to be completed in 2026. During their meeting on Tuesday, supervisors presented a resolution requesting the State DOT fund and pave the shoulders of the 13.6 mile stretch of road between Wilderness Drive in Merrill and County S near Tomahawk. Completing the shoulder paving would make the scenic, winding roadway that hugs the Wisconsin River more user friendly for bikers and other non-motorized recreation. Following a brief explanation, the resolution was approved by supervisors,…

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Crash Involving Motorcycle And Minivan Results In Three Injuries

Steve Dillon

TOWN OF SCOTT – A two-vehicle accident involving a motorcycle and a minivan resulted in three injuries on Tuesday, June 18th. The minivan was headed west on County Road Q when it attempted a left turn onto County Road K. At that same time, a Harley-Davidson driven by a man from McAlester, Oklahoma that was heading north on K struck the middle of the van on the driver’s side. The 55 year old driver of the bike and his 47 year old female passenger were thrown from the vehicle. Both…

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Merrill Police Department Report For Week Ending June 16th

Steve Dillon

MERRILL – The Merrill Police Department responded to 17 incidents this past week. One call was for trespassing, resulting in an individual being taken into custody on an active warrant. Four calls were received for domestic disturbances and disorderly conduct. Six calls were received for theft. There was a crash involving two vehicles resulting in officers issuing a citation for failure to yield. Two calls were received for potential scams, one at a local business and the other at a residence. There were 3 reports of property damage, one of…

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Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office Report For Week Ending June 16th

Steve Dillon

LINCOLN COUNTY – Lincoln County Sheriff’s Deputies conducted 40 traffic stops this past week. There was one crash, which was originally reported as property damage with no injuries. Deputies arriving at the scene discovered a two-vehicle crash had actually occurred. EMS services were requested by one of the drivers for a wellness check. Deputies responded to 15 crashes involving cars hitting deer, and one call for a car striking a coyote. The 911 Center took 13 calls.

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