10/7 Special Meeting Town Elector Resolution Posted: The Town Elector Resolution to be considered at the 10/7 Special Town Meeting is posted at the Fire/EMS Town of Linn and City of Lake Geneva Partnership page: https://townoflinn.wi.gov/town-of-linn-city-of-lake-geneva-fire-ems-partnership/ After reading the Elector Resolution, please review question and answer #16 on the Fire/EMS partnership page: if contractual Fire/EMS staffing will result in an average of an 18% tax increase, why does the Elector Resolution and the Elector Meeting notices say 40%? In summary, the Wisconsin Department of Revenue requires that the Elector Resolution and meeting notices only include the percentage levy increase between $0 and the proposed dollar amount for the upcoming year, which does not consider the year-over-year reduction in borrowing costs. For the 2024 calendar year, the Town borrowed, levied and repaid $1,500,000 for contractual Fire/EMS staffing. For the upcoming year, the Town is requesting to include $1,900,000 in the Town tax levy to reduce borrowing costs and support a long-term agreement with the City of Lake Geneva for Fire/EMS staffing. If you compare the overall Town tax levy between calendar years 2024 and 2025, including borrowing, the average percentage levy increase is approximately 18%. Therefore, the accurate average percentage tax increase for property owners is approximately 18%. A full explanation is available at the Fire/EMS Town of Linn and City of Lake Geneva Partnership page, question and answer #16. Questions? Please contact Administrator Jim Hurley at 262-275-6300 ext. 12, or admin@townoflinn.wi.gov.

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Town of Linn

Welcome to the Town of Linn!

The Town of Linn lies along the north and south shores of picturesque Geneva Lake in southeastern Wisconsin. Geneva Lake is ideal for boating and sailing, fishing and water sports, and spectacular views. Linn’s two boat launches are accessible from Linn Road and Hillside Road, which provide swimming beaches, and parking facilities. 

The Town of Linn benefits from a rich mosaic of landscapes, with a greater diversity of ecosystems than most communities. Its natural environment includes pristine woodlands, wetlands, and park spaces. The Linn Nature Park is a 160-acre gem for its walking trails, bird watching, and plant diversity.  

Conveniently located just 65 miles northwest of Chicago and 45 miles southwest of Milwaukee, Linn offers scenic value and rural character. Learn more about Linn’s lodging options, fishing guide tours, restaurants, and local businesses from the Town’s tourism bureau, VISIT Lake Geneva.  

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October 14, 2024

Trash & Recycling

The collection for all homes north of and including S. Lake Shore Dr. (including all homes on the north side of the lake and Academy Hills area) will be on Monday.

The garbage (brown cart) and the recycling (green cart) are

October 16, 2024

Trash & Recycling

The collection for all homes south of S. Lake Shore Dr. (excluding Academy Hills area), will be on Wednesday.

The garbage (brown cart) and the recycling (green cart) are emptied on a weekly basis. Large items, extra cans, or bags can be taken w

October 21, 2024

Trash & Recycling

The collection for all homes north of and including S. Lake Shore Dr. (including all homes on the north side of the lake and Academy Hills area) will be on Monday.

The garbage (brown cart) and the recycling (green cart) are