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Amended
Rock Koshkonong Lake District
Board of Commissioners
July 27, 2021
6:00 p.m.
Edgerton City Hall
12 Albion St.
Edgerton WI 53534
1. Call to Order
2. Confirmation of Meeting Public Notice
3. Approval of Agenda (action)
4. Approval Draft June 17, & June 30, 2021 Meeting Minutes (action)
5. Public Participation (agenda items only)
6. Treasurers Report
• Bills and Invoices (discussion/action)
• Audit Resolution (discussion/action)
7. Indianford Dam Report
• Water Control Project (discussion)
• Construction Engineering Services Mead & Hunt (discussion/action)
• Worthington Products/Mead & Hunt- Cleaning Boom (discussion/action)
• Dam Maintenance (discussion)
8. Lake Management
• Buoys/Lights Location Mapping (discussion/action)
• Wisconsin DNR Boating and Fishing Grant Application/Resolution (discussion/action)
• Waterway Marker Application and Permit (discussion/action)
• Grant Consultant (discussion)
• RKLD Annual Meeting Agenda (discussion/action)
• Communications (discussion/action)
9. Landings and Lake access
• WDNR North Shore Drive Boat Access Conceptual Plan (discussion)
10. Public Participation
11. Comments by Commissioners
12. Adjourn
DRAFT JUNE 17, 2021
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
ROCK KOSHKONONG LAKE DISTRICT
Chair Alan Sweeney called the meeting to order at 6:03 P.M. Board of Commissioner members present
were Treasurer Mark Meyer, Susan Shearer, Michael Shumaker, Kerry Hull, Bill Burlingame, and Michael
Hart along with several district members in person and remotely.
Sweeney confirmed the meeting agendas were posted.
APPROVE AGENDA: Chair Sweeney recommended the DNR move agenda item #9 – Wisconsin DNR
Landing and Parking Study Report after item #4. A Shearer/Hart motion to approve the June 17, 2021
agenda passed, all voted in favor.
APPROVE MINUTES: A Shearer/Meyer motion to approve the May 20, 2021 minutes passed, all voted in
favor.
LANDINGS AND LAKE ACCESS: Wisconsin DNR Landing and Parking Study Report
DNR representatives Lance Stock and Laura presented the Wisconsin DNR Landing and Parking Study
Report. The representatives recommended improving existing access points along with researching the
best options presented for new lake access.
Adam Walton, Pike Pole Fishing, presented the current Lake Ecology report.
TREASURER'S REPORT: Meyer presented the Treasurer’s report. During the water control project, the
RKLD will need to obtain a builder’s risk policy.
A Burlingame/Shearer motion to approve the Treasurer’s report and the bills list in the amount of
$42,862.96 as provided passed, all voted in favor.
INDIANFORD DAM REPORT:
Sweeney stated the bid will be posted in the June 23rd Edgerton Reporter and sent to qualified bidders for
the water control project. A pre-bid meeting will be held June 30th at 10:00 a.m. at the Indianford Dam. Bids
are due July 29th and will be opened at the Town of Fulton. The Indianford Dam has been given a fire
address of 393 W County Rd M in Edgerton.
Chair Sweeney presented Contract Amendment #6 for the services to design the north and south end
anchor points, analyze the flow, and present specifications for the placement of the cleaning screens as
needed. The amendment would add $23,500 to the final design. Meyer recommended postponing the
discussion until the next meeting after more information is needed.
A Shearer/Shumaker motion to postpone the discussion about Mead & Hunt Contract Amendment #6 until
the next meeting passed, all voted in favor.
Dam Operator Kim Bothom provided a dam maintenance update.
LAKE MANAGEMENT
Shumaker stated the new buoys have been placed. Six buoys to mark rocks will be placed this week.
Meyer recommended discussion on repair, replacement, and possible insurance on the existing buoys.
Shumaker and Burlingame will review the Recreational Safety Grant as a possible funding source.
A Shumaker/ Hull motion to purchase six additional buoys used to mark rocks along with one red and one
green channel marker buoys not to exceed $3,000 passed, all voted in favor.
A Shumaker/Meyer motion to draft a letter to the DNR from the Rock Koshkonong Lake District requesting
theThe annual meeting recommendation is Saturday, August 28th at Racetrack Park. Recording Officer Salvo will confirm the location is available. Recording Officer Salvo stated a post office box will be set up to increase options for general communication. LANDINGS AND LAKE ACCESS: Recording Officer Salvo presented the recommendation from Attorney Thompson to not sign the Memorandum of Agreement between Rock Koshkonong Lake District and the Town of Albion that includes the Town of Albion changes. Shearer recommended the landing funds be used towards an engineering study for all the possible access points on the lake. Meyer recommended the proposed Memorandum of Agreement be presented at the annual meeting. Sweeney requested more information from the DNR about the availability of the preliminary engineering prior to the commitment of the landing site. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Recording Officer Salvo presented a letter from Jeff Rossing N839 Fairway Drive, Fort Atkinson petitioning his property is removed from the Rock Koshkonong Lake District. A Meyer/Shumaker motion to adjourn passed, all voted in favor.
DRAFT June 30, 2021
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS MEETING MINUTES
ROCK KOSHKONONG LAKE DISTRICT
Chair Alan Sweeney called the meeting to order at 9:05 a.m. Board of Commissioner members present
were Treasurer Mark Meyer, Susan Shearer, Michael Shumaker, Bill Burlingame, and Michael Hart.
Sweeney confirmed the meeting agendas were posted.
APPROVE AGENDA: A Burlingame/Shumaker motion to approve the June 30, 2021 agenda passed, all
voted in favor.
INDIANFORD DAM REPORT:
Jeff Anderson from Mead and Hunt presented Amendment #6. The Scope of Services is modified to include
designing the upstream and downstream mooring points and associated connections for the proposed
debris boom enhancements; additional effort in preparing contract documents and permit application
process.
The due date for the Indianford Discharge Capacity Upgrades bid is July 30, 3021 at 11:00 a.m. The pre-
bid meeting for potential bidders will be held June 30, 2021 at 10:00 a.m.
A Shearer/motion to approve Amendment #6 with Mead & Hunt for an additional $23,500 passed, all voted
in favor.
LAKE MANAGEMENT:
Indianford Dam Operator Kim Bothom provided an update on the water levels. At the time of the meeting
the gates were open.
Meyer presented the update of the Lake Koshkonong Water Information Summary that will be featured on
the website. The page provides the Inflow Forecast, Stage Forecast, River Gauge locations, and 24 hour
precipitation forecast.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
None
The next meeting is scheduled for July 27th at 6:00 p.m.
Being no other business before the board, a Burlingame/Shearer motion to adjourn passed, all voted in
favor.Rock Koshkonong Lake District July 2021 Financial Report Dam Fund Total $ 711,542.76 Lake Improvement MM $ 107,232.10 General Fund Balance and Activity 6/15/2021 Balance $ 208,821.48 Baer Insurance $ (3,023.00) Kim Bothom May Dam Operation $ (1,200.00) Alliant 1 $ (40.00) Alliant 2 $ (20.00) Firepoint Media $ (795.00) John Hellar- Buoys and Assembly $ (1,698.00) Centurylink $ (164.14) Thompson Legal $ (297.50) Mead and Hunt WCP $ (20,558.50) Walsh Marine Products- Additional Buoys $ (2,478.00) Mike Shumaker- Buoy Hardware & Fuel $ (199.62) Minuteman Press 2020 Annual Mailing $ (2,674.68) City of Edgerton- Racetrack Park Annual $ (321.00) Worthington Products- Cleaning Boom Design/Engineering $ (1,900.00) USGS- ACH $ (13,867.00) Deposit- Taxes $ 207.80 Deposit- Lake Koshkonong Wetland Association donation $ 2,500.00 Deposit- USGS payment returned $ 13,867.00 Deposit- Taxes $ 102.55 7/22/2021-2021 Adjusted Balance $ 176,262.39 Thompson Legal $ (624.95) Meade and Hunt- WCP $ (15,009.06) MPIC- 1M real property coverage *Motion to add expense* $ (1,225.00) Firepoint Media $ (795.00) Minuteman Press- 2020 Annual Mailing $ (2,674.68) Centurylink $ (164.14) John Hellar- Bouy Assembly and Install $ (1,698.00) 7/27/2021 Expected Balance $ 154,071.56
Notes: Fire Number complete PO Box acquired Motion to add $1M in real property insurance to operating budget + $1,225 USGS no check policy, ACH is set up. Water Control Project Budget $2,250,000 + $2,500 LKWA donation GPS unit needed for Buoy placement. Ask Rock County Patrol for assistance marking? Power House could be utilized for buoy storage and possibly document storage
DI-1040 UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF THE INTERIOR Page:1
DOWN PAYMENT (BILL) REQUEST
Bill #: 90864378
Make Remittance Payable To: U.S. Geological Survey Customer: 6000000538
Billing Contact: Hailey Hehn Phone: 608-821-3898 / Date: 12/22/2020
hhehn@usgs.gov Due Date: 02/20/2021
Remit Payment To: United States Geological Survey
P.O. Box 6200-27
Portland, OR 97228-6200
Payer: ROCK-KOSHKONONG LAKE DISTRICT
Alan Sweeney Additional forms of payment may be accepted. Please
11327 N Casey Road email GS-A-HQ_RMS@USGS.GOV or call
EDGERTON WI 53534 703-648-7683 for additional information.
Checks must be made payable to
To pay through Pay.gov go to https://www.pay.gov. U.S. Geological Survey. Please detach the top portion
or include bill number on all remittances.
Amount of Payment: $ ____________
.....................................................................................................................................................................................
Date Description Qty Unit Price Amount
Cost Per
12/22/2020 Billing for expenses incurred under the term of the 1 13,867.00 1 13,867.00
JFA dated October 1, 2019 for the data colleciton at
the Rock River at Fort Atkinson and Newville sites
and the Lake Koshkonong at Newville site, for the
period April 1, 2020 to September 30, 2020.
Amount Due: $13,867.00
20NKJFA013
Amount Due this Bill: 13,867.00
Accounting Classification:
Sales Order: 90265
Sales Office: GENK
Customer: 6000000538
Accounting #: 10618434
TIN: *****8486Resolution 2021-1
Rock Koshkonong Lake District
Rock Koshkonong Lake District Annual Audit
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 33.29(2) Wisconsin Statutes, the Rock Koshkonong Lake District board of
directors will direct an audit of all financial transactions of the district for each fiscal year.
WHEREAS, the annual transaction audit report will be presented at the annual meeting of electors and
property owners of the Rock Koshkonong Lake District.
WHEREAS, open financial management is essential for efficient operations of the Rock Koshkonong Lake
District
NOW, THERFORE BE IT RESOLVED, Rock Koshkonong Lake District shall request the Wisconsin Towns of
Albion, Fulton, Koshkonong, Milton and Sumner to appoint a representative to the annual audit
committee of Rock Koshkonong Lake District and review and supply a financial report to the district’s
electors and landowners prior to the annual meeting of the lake district.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the Rock Koshkonong Lake District Treasurer shall provide to the audit
committee general fund bank detail, invoices for the year, as well as all activity and interest statements
for segregated funds and provide for review spending and annual budget over/under for budgeted
items.
AND BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, a copy of this resolution will be included and part of the Rock
Koshkonong Lake District policy manual.
Approved this 27th day of July, 2021
By a vote of ____ Ayes, ____ Nays
____________________________, _____________________________,
Alan Sweeney, RKLD Chair Attested by: Susan Shearer, RKLD SecretaryAlan Sweeney RKLD Chair
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2. APPROPRIATE SAFETY FACTORS TO BE USED IN DESIGN OF
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3. ANCHOR DESIGN BY OTHERS
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State of Wisconsin Boating and Fishing State and Federal
Department of Natural Resources
dnr.wi.gov Grant Application
Form 8700-343 (R 6/18) Page 1 of 5
Notice: This form is authorized under s. 30.92, Wis. Stats. and 50 C.F.R. 80 Code of Federal Regulations. You must complete this form in
order to apply for or receive financial assistance from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources. Failure to complete this form will result
in denial of financial assistance. Personal information collected will be used for administrative purposes and may be provided to requesters to
the extent required by Wisconsin’s Open Records Laws [ss.19.31-19.39 Wis. Stats.]
1. Complete the suggested resolution in Section 10 or submit a resolution conforming to the Date Approved
appropriate section of ch. NR 7, Wis. Adm. Code.
2. Have you contacted your regional Community Services Specialist(CSS)? Yes No Leave Blank - DNR Use
Date Received Project Number(s)
If you answered No and contact your CSS.
3. Submit copies of all forms and attachments to your regional Community Services Specialist.
See Section 8 for checklist of required attachments.
Notice to Applicant. If you are applying for a federal grant you will need a DUNS Number:
DUNS Number
D&B D-U-N-S Request Service
Section 1: Grant Programs
Recreational Boating Facilities (RBF) - Type of Project: Sport Fish Restoration (SFR) - Type of Project:
Development Project Recreational Boating Access
Aids to Navigation & Regulatory Markers Fishing Pier or Flat
Weed Harvesting Equipment Non-motorized launch, canoe, kayak or raft
Channel Dredging Feasibility Study
Trash Skimmer
Clean Vessel Act (CVA) - Type of Project: Boating Infrastructure Grant (BIG)
Construction, renovation, operation and maintenance of
pump out or dump stations and/or lift stations
Education/Information
Section 2: Applicant Information
Applicant/Organization Name Address
Rock Koshkonong Lake District
Individual Authorized to Act on Behalf of Applicant per Resolution City State ZIP Code
Alan Sweeney Edgerton WI 53534
Title County
Chair Rock
Phone Number (include area code) E-mail Address
608-770-4026 alan.sweeney@co.rock.wi.us
Cell Phone Number. (include area code) Mail Check to (if different from applicant)
608-770-4026
FAX Number (include area code) Organization
Section 3: General Project Information
Project Title
Project Location: Lake Koshkonong/Rock River – Navigation Buoy/ Waterway Marker
County Township Range E Section ¼¼ ¼ GPS Coordinates (Latitude/Longitude in DD)
N W
Waterbody Name Acres (DNR will fill in)
Lake Koshkonong/ Rock River
Do you have the necessary permits for your project? x Yes No
In order to qualify for funding you must submit the necessary permits.Boating and Fishing State and Federal
Grant Application
Form 8700-343 (R 6/18) Page 2 of 5
Section 4: Financial Information Leave Blank – DNR Use Only
$15000.00
Total Project Cost Total Project Cost %
RKLD-Funds
Source of Matching Funds %
Applicant Share $7500.00
(Includes local budget, force acct., etc.) Applicant Share %
Other State funds/grants Other State 0
Funds/Grants %
Specify:
Other Federal funds/grants Other Federal 0
Specify: Funds/Grants %
Other (Donations, etc.) 0
Specify: Other %
$7500.00
Grant Request Grant Awarded %
Section 5: Required Project Information
Property Owner Name (if other than applicant) Phone Number (include area code)
Address City State ZIP Code
Public Entity Private Entity Lease or Easement Expiration Date:
Who will be responsible to build/operate/maintain the project for at least 20 years?
Is this project new construction or a renovation of an Number of vehicle/trailer How many vehicle/trailer
existing facility? parking spaces currently at the parking spaces are you
New Renovation location: planning to add?
For an inland lake project, what is the total number Will your project have single vehicle parking If yes, how
of vehicle/trail parking spaces currently on the spaces? many?
proposed waterbody at public facilities? Yes No
For a Great Lake or river project, what is the Does your project location have any designated If yes, how
distance to the nearest existing public access site? disabled parking space(s)? many?
Yes No
Is your project (boat launch, boarding dock, If no, are there any other locations on If yes, where is the location?
pier, restrooms, etc.) accessible to people the waterbody accessible to people
with disabilities? Yes No with disabilities? Yes No
Does your project develop an access facility on an inland lake or river where no public access exists? Yes No
Is your project associated with a harbor of refuge or protected If yes, explain.
launch (structures such as bulkheads and breakwaters necessary
to provide safe water conditions) ref. NR 7.03(14) Yes No
Will your project correct a significant health or safety hazard NOT If yes, explain.
due to inadequate routine maintenance?
Yes No
Is this project required to fulfill a compliance order or court ruling?
Yes No
If yes, include a copy with key provisions highlighted.
Describe the geography of the current site. Include physical characteristics, topography, vegetation cover type, presence of any
waterways/wetlands, current land use and zoning classification, etc.
Check here if the applicant conducts a boating safety enforcement and education program approved by the Department of Natural
ResourcesBoating and Fishing State and Federal
Grant Application
Form 8700-343 (R 6/18) Page 3 of 5
Existing launch facilities:
Do you charge a launch fee? Yes No If yes, how much? If no, contact your CSS.
New launch facilities:
Will you charge a launch fee? Yes No If yes, how much?
Do you have a budget for maintenance? Yes No
Have any of the following reviews been completed for the property? If yes, explain and/or provide a copy of the review
Rare Species Yes No
Phase I Environmental Site Assessment Yes No
Archaeological and Historical Yes No
What is the state of readiness of your project?
Project has final engineering plans suitable for construction or construction bidding or project does not require further planning or
design for construction to begin.
Project has preliminary site plans but additional engineering or design work are necessary before construction can begin.
Are there any known controversies/complications with the proposed project? Are there any measures proposed to address the
controversies/complications? Please identify any known controversies.
Section 6: Project Description & Proposed Timeframe
Use language that an evaluator unfamiliar with your project will understand. If the project will be completed in phases, please list
specific work activities that will be undertaken during each phase.
Section 7: Project Feasibility Statement
Describe, justify and state the project objectives to include economic, environmental and engineering aspects (who, what, where, when
and why). Include dimensions of the property and proposed facilities.
N/A
Section 8: Checklist For Projects
RBF SFR CVA
Project resolution by grant applicant authorizing participation (See Section 10 sample
x resolution)
Statement of project’s feasibility Section 7. N/A
Cost estimate worksheet – Form 8700-014 (estimated costs to meet the project
objectives) N/A
Project location clearly marked on a map
Project area footprint (site plan detailed on a map)
Topographical map of project locationBoating and Fishing State and Federal
Grant Application
Form 8700-343 (R 6/18) Page 4 of 5
RBF SFR CVA
Illustration (drawings/photos) of project area in its current condition. Include existing
boat launch, dock, restrooms, etc.
Drawings of the proposed project including buildings, parking lots, ramps, piers, etc.
Plans for launch ramps that show percentage of ramp slope, the water depth at the
end of the ramp, and the width of the existing or proposed boarding dock or pier
Preliminary engineering plans for channel dredging
Estimated construction timeline, including schedule of development phases Section 6
Project Descriptions and Proposed Timelines.
Draft easement or lease document (if development project is on land not owned by
applicant)
Copy of required permits
Checklist for weed harvesting and trash skimmer equipment
Project resolution by Grant Sponsor authorizing participation (See Section 10 sample
resolution)
Cost estimate worksheet – Form 8700-014 (estimated costs to meet the project
objectives)
Copy of proof of approved weed harvesting management plan (weed harvesting
equipment only)
Checklist for Navigational or Regulatory Markers
Copy of permit (navigational or regulatory markers)
A copy of the conservation warden permit showing where the buoys will be
placed
Information to include the name(s) of the water body, the number and
description of the markers
Grant Payment Request and Worksheet (Form 8700-001)
Copies of all invoices or receipts
Proof of Payment (either copies of the front and back of the cancelled
checks, or bank statements showing the payments have been made)
Section 9: Certification
I certify that information in this application, and all its attachments, is true and correct and in conformity with applicable Wisconsin
Statutes.
Name of Authorized Representative (Type or Print) Title
Alan Sweeney Chair
Signature of Authorized Representative Date Signed
Submit copies of all forms and attachments to your regional Community Services Specialist.Boating and Fishing State and Federal
Grant Application
Form 8700-343 (R 6/18) Page 5 of 5
Section 10: Sample Resolution
WHEREAS, hereby requests assistance for the purpose of:
Project description
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that has budgeted a sum sufficient to
complete the study or project, and HEREBY AUTHORIZES ,
, to act on behalf of to:
Submit an application to the Department of Natural Resources for financial assistance;
Sign documents; and
Take necessary action to undertake, direct and complete the approved project.
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that will comply with state and federal rules for the
programs; may perform force account work; will maintain the completed project in an attractive, inviting and safe manner;
will keep the facilities open to the general public during reasonable hours consistent with the type of facility; and will
obtain approval from the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources before any change is made in the use of the
project site (if applicable).
Adopted this day of , 20 .
I hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted by at a legal meeting
on the day of , 20 .
Authorized Signature
TitleLake Koshkonong North Shore Drive Boat Access Conceptual Plan
Stock, Lance J - DNR
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cc:Stremic*-Thompson, Laura L - DNR ; Baldock Mark G - DNR
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(KevinW@jeffersoncountlarri.gov) < KaninW@jeffersoncountywi.gov> ;
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Lake KoshkonongMEMORANDUM
TO: Rock Koshkonong Lake District
FROM: Attorney Danielle H. Thompson
RE: Voting Procedure at Annual Meeting
DATE: July 13, 2021
______________________________________________________________________________
The Board has requested my input regarding developing policy and procedures for voting at the
annual meeting.
Eligible Voters:
Pursuant to Chapter 33 of the Wisconsin statutes, both electors and property owners are eligible
to vote at the annual meeting.
A qualified elector is a U.S. Citizen, 18 years of age or older, who has resided within the election
district for 28 consecutive days before any election. Wis. Stat. §6.02(1). These requirements are
consistent with general election principles that allow people to vote where they live.
Lake Districts are unique in that they allow non-resident property owners, including business
entities and organizational property owners to vote. For purposes of voting, “property owner” is
defined as a person who is a U.S. Citizen and 18 years of age or older and who meets any of the
following requirements:
1) The person’s name appears as an owner of real property on the tax roll of the previous
year;
2) The person owns title to real property but the person’s name does not appear as an
owner on the tax roll; or
3) The person is the official representative, officer, or employee who is authorized to
vote on behalf of a trust, foundation, corporation, association, or organization that
owns real property in the district. Wis. Stat. §33.01(9)(ar).
Rather than verifying every voter’s eligibility at the onset, the District can have attendees sign an
affidavit or certification attesting to their eligibility. Completed affidavits must be maintained by
the District consistent with Wisconsin open records requirements.
Distribution of Ballots:
Wis. Stat. §33.30 governs the procedure for annual meetings. The election of commissioners
must be done by secret ballot. Qualified electors (i.e. residents) and property owners in
attendance at the meeting shall receive one ballot per person.Historically, there has been some debate as to whether a person who a resident, a landowner, and/or an assigned representative of a corporation is entitled to multiple votes. The prevailing opinion is because there is not direct statutory authority stating otherwise, standard election principles allowing “one person, one vote” apply. As such, each qualified elector or property owner in attendance is entitled to one vote. Ownership of more than one parcel of real estate within the District does not entitle the owner to more than one vote. Corporations, governmental bodies, trusts, and other organization owners are treated as a single owner with one vote. If a resident or individual property owner also owns a business which holds title to property within the district, the business will need to authorize a separate person who is not otherwise eligible to vote in the election to serve as the business’s official representative and cast a separate ballot on behalf of the business. No absentee or proxy voting is allowed. All voters must be in attendance at the meeting. All ballots must be distributed before collection of the ballots commences. Counting Ballots/Recount: As to the election of commissioners, ballots must be counted immediately following the election and the results, including the vote counts, must be read to those in attendance at the meeting. Any candidate or their designee are permitted to observe the vote count. Any elector or candidate may request a recount. However, that request must be made prior the meeting being adjourned. The secretary must note the request for recount in the meeting minutes. The initial recount can be performed by the prior vote counters. If the total number of votes cast is fewer than 100, the recount results are final if after two successive recounts the results are identical. If the total number of votes cast is 100 or greater, the results are final after one recount unless the runner-up candidate requests another recount. If a runner-up candidate in an election where 100 or more votes are cast requests a second recount, the ballots must be enclosed in a tamper-evident sealed container. The container must then be delivered to the clerk of the most populous municipality in the district within two business days for a recount by the municipal clerk. If you have any further questions regarding this issue, please feel free to contact me direct.
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