By Josh Staloch Staff Writer SEYMOUR – The city of Seymour will be making major changes to its site plan ordinance following months of review by the Planning Commission, said City Administrator Sean Hutchinson, who detailed the modifications at the Nov. 8 Joint Committee meeting. Under the changes, which will be sent to City Council …
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By Lea Kopke Staff Writer SEYMOUR – A new proposed fence ordinance was the topic of discussion at the Aug. 9 committee of the whole meeting. During public input, Tom and Joan Ostrowski came to the board with concerns regarding the placement of their neighbor’s fence. Joan Ostrowski said a decorative split rail fence has …
By Press Times Staff SEYMOUR – The City of Seymour has hired Sean Hutchison as its administrator, with the move approved at the common council meeting Monday, April 12. “We’re extremely fortunate to have someone with Sean’s qualifications come to Seymour,” said Mayor Ryan Kraft. “He has vast experience in city administration, strategic planning, budgeting …
By Rich Palzewic Staff Writer SEYMOUR – The City of Seymour has signed a 10-year agreement with Harter’s to continue with its residential and city garbage collection. The resolution was passed at the common council meeting Monday, March 22. The current five-year contract with Harter’s expires this June. “We’ve been extremely happy with Harter’s during …
By Rich Palzewic Staff Writer SEYMOUR – At its Monday, Feb. 8, common council meeting, Seymour Mayor Ryan Kraft gave an update on the city’s search for an administrator/clerk. With the city’s former deputy clerk, Kelly Gerrits, recently accepting a different job with Outagamie County, there’s a vacancy in the clerk’s office. At the January …
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By Rich Palzewic Staff Writer SEYMOUR – At its Monday, Jan. 25, meeting, the Seymour Common Council passed two resolutions aimed at city improvement projects. The city is looking to replace the bridge and add a pavilion at Lake Park, and resurface the roof at city hall and the old fire station. “Fox Cities Builders …
By Rich Palzewic Staff Writer SEYMOUR – The City of Seymour is looking to add a part-time administrator to its staff. Seymour Mayor Ryan Kraft brought the topic forward at the Monday, Jan. 11, council meeting. With the city’s former deputy clerk, Kelly Gerrits, recently accepting a different job with Outagamie County, there’s a vacancy …
By Rich Palzewic Staff Writer SEYMOUR – At the Monday, Nov. 23, Seymour city council meeting, a public hearing on the 2021 budget was held. With no one from the community attending, the budget passed with a unanimous vote. “I want to thank everyone who worked hard on making this budget attainable,” said Mayor Ryan …
By Rich Palzewic Staff Writer SEYMOUR – The City of Seymour received some good news at its Monday, Nov. 9, city council meeting. Because of favorable interest rates, the city will save about $30,000 in interest from original projections on a 20-year loan. The $1.24 million loan, to be used for several projects within the …
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By Rich Palzewic Staff Writer SEYMOUR – At its Monday, Oct. 26, meeting, the Seymour city council unanimously approved Seymour Rescue’s move to EMT (emergency medical technician) status. The department was previously classified as AEMT (advanced emergency medical technician). Seymour Rescue Director Mary Greuel explained what the move to EMT status means for the city. …
