The City of Washburn encourages citizen participation in government through a variety of committees and commissions. Some serve to provide advice to the City Council, while others are delegated decision-making authority. If you are interested in serving on a City committee or commission, complete the Citizen Profile Form and return it to the City Clerk. Appointments are generally made by the Mayor with approval by the City Council. Contact City Hall to discuss any vacancies and/or responsibilities of being a committee or commission member.
BAY AREA REGIONAL TRANSIT AUTHORITY (BART)
BART provides regional intercity bus service to the communities of Red Cliff, Bayfield, Washburn, Ashland, and Odanah. Each participating community appoints one representative to the BART Board.
Tom Neimes | Washburn Representative | Term 2024
BOARD OF REVIEW
The Board of Review meets annually to examine the assessment roll and correct apparent errors in description or computation. This provides the opportunity for property owners in the City of Washburn to contest their property assessments. Members include the Mayor, Clerk, and City Councilors.
ELECTION BOARD
Board members serve as election officials for each election held under Chapters 5-12, Wisconsin Statutes.
Cheryl Follis | Chair
Michelle McCumber | Appointment at Large
Caroline Nelson | Appointment at Large
Richard Avol | Appointment at Large
Niles Eilertson | Appointment at Large
Adeline Swiston | Appointment at Large
Sharon Hacker | Appointment at Large
Peggy Hagstrom | Appointment at Large
Pauline Jimenez | Appointment at Large
Elsa Brown | Appointment at Large
Lu Ann Opperman | Appointment at Large
Sherri Swiston | Appointment at Large
Eugene Dandeneau | Appointment at Large
Valerie Dandeneau | Appointment at Large
Ariadna Chediack | Appointment at Large
Joseph LeBouton | Appointment at Large
FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE
Meetings are held on the second Monday of each month at 4:30 PM at City Hall.
Darren Miller | City Councilor | Term 2026
Tracey Snyder | City Councilor | Term 2025
Tom Neimes | City Councilor | Term 2025
HARBOR COMMISSION
The Harbor Commission is authorized under Wisconsin Statutes 30.37 and 30.38 to have exclusive control of commercial aspects of operation of the harbor and its facilities, including the Washburn Marina. The Commission plans for marina amenities and capital improvements. Meetings are held on the third Wednesday of each month at 6:00 PM at City Hall.
Nick Suminski | President - Appointment at Large | Term 2024
Candace Kolenda | Vice President - Appointment at Large | Term 2026
Jared Trimbo | Council Representative | Term 2025
Rodger Reiswig | Appointment at Large | Term 2025
Michael Wright | Appointment at Large | Term 2025
Caroline Nelson | Appointment at Large | Term 2026
Matt Crowell | Appointment at Large | Term 2024
HISTORIC PRESERVATION COMMISSION
The Historic Preservation Commission is comprised of current City Councilors. Primary duties are to review and study historic properties and sites within the City of Washburn for local historic designation, review applications for Certificate of Appropriateness pertaining to exterior modifications of buildings on the local register, and to educate the community regarding the benefits of historic preservation.
HOUSING AUTHORITY
The mission of the City of Washburn and Bayfield County Housing Authority is to provide quality, affordable housing, which is decent and safe, to eligible families.
Jennifer Toribio-Warren | Executive Director 715-373-2653
Kristy Jensch | Appointment at Large | Term 2024
Richard Avol | Appointment at Large | Term 2027
Jeff Bellile | Appointment at Large | Term 2026
Karen Novachek | Appointment at Large | Term 2028
Thomas Mittelstaedt | Appointment at Large | Term 2025
LAKE SUPERIOR SCENIC BYWAY COUNCIL
The Scenic Byway program is an official program of the Wisconsin Department of Transportation. The Council helps to preserve, protect and enhance the byway travel experience.
Tracey Snyder | Term 2024
Tony Janisch | Alternate | Term 2024
LIBRARY BOARD
The Library Board oversees the operation of the Washburn Public Library under the authority of Chapter 43, Wisconsin Statutes. Meetings are held on the first Tuesday of each month at 5:00 PM at the library.
Darrell Pendergrass | Librarian
Diane Posner | President | Term 2026
Leslie Alldritt | Vice-President | Term 2024
Mary O’Brien-Cotherman | Secretary | Term 2024
John Hopkins | Council Liaison | Term 2025
Margo Smith | Treasurer/School District Representative | Term 2023
Chris Gaber | Member | Term 2025
Elsa Brown | Member | Term 2025
PARKS COMMITTEE
The Parks Committee advises City Council and City staff with ideas, suggestions and proposals for the improvement, repair, preservation, maintenance, and use of parks and recreation facilities. Meetings are held on the third Tuesday of each month at 5:30 PM at City Hall.
Jeremy Oswald | Appointment at Large | Term 2025
Angel Croll | Appointment at Large | Term 2024
Susan Hall | Appointment at Large | Term 2026
Erika Lang | Appointment at Large | Term 2026
Jennifer Maziasz | Chair - Council Representative | Term 2025
PLAN COMMISSION
Meetings are held on the third Thursday of each month at 5:30 PM at City Hall.
Mary Motiff | Mayor - Chair | Term 2026
Nick Suminski | Appointment At Large | Term 2024
Michael Malcheski | Appointment At Large | Term 2024
Leo Ketchum-Fish | Appointment At Large | Term 2025
Matt Simoneau | Appointment At Large | Term 2025
Felix Kalinowski | Appointment At Large | Term 2026
Dave Anderson | Council Representative | Term 2025
ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS
The Zoning Board of Appeals hears and decides appeals where it is alleged there is an error in any order, requirement, decision, or determination made by an administrative official in the enforcement of the City's zoning ordinances.
Karen Spears-Novachek | Chair | Term 2026
Vacant | Vice Chair | Term 2024
Sherry Mager | Appointment At Large | Term 2026
Michael Wright | Appointment At Large | Term 2025
Jeffery Olsen | Appointment At Large | Term 2024
Linda Barnes | First Alternate | Term 2026
Scott Griffiths | Second Alternate | Term 2025