November 8, 2022 Referendum information

ATTENTION TOWN OF POYGAN RESIDENTS:

Town of Poygan has two referendums on the November 8th General Election.
The Town Board would like their residents to be aware of the referendum and
have an opportunity to ask questions. The questions will be printed as follows
on the ballot:

“Shall the person holding the office of town clerk in the
Town of Poygan be appointed by the Board?” Yes or No

“Shall the person holding the office of town treasurer in the
Town of Poygan be appointed by the Board?” Yes or No

APPOINTED VS. ELECTED Clerks and Treasurers:  WHICH IS BETTER?

Pros for appointed positions:

The ability to set specific requirements for the positions.
Appointment is based on qualifications.
Applicants do not have to be from the Township.
More opportunity for more potential candidates.
Terms determined by Town Board.

Pros for Elected positions:

Applicants are from the Township, a neighbor.
More community support.
Term limits are two years through Election process.
Answerable to the electorate.

ANY QUESTIONS, please contact Marty Johnson, Town of Poygan Chairman at 920-410-6756.