Burnett County Sentinel 08-22-18

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BURNETT COUNTY

WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 22, 2018 VOL. 56 NO. 43 www.burnettcountysentinel.com $1.00

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West Marshland residents voice concerns about high water levels in Crex Meadows

Victim identified in fatal crash Utility crew discovered scene

JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

JONATHAN RICHIE EDITOR@BURNETTCOUNTYSENTINEL.COM

The Burnett County Medical Examiner confirmed on Tuesday that Donald Meizo, 60, of Webster was the victim of the fatal accident last week. On Friday the Sheriff’s office released a statement saying they received a report of a single-vehicle crash on County Road A near East Devils Lake Road in the Town of Meenon. Electric utility crews working on overhead lines in this area discovered the crash and called 911. Their initial investigation indicates that Meizo’s 1997 BMW coupe had been traveling westbound on County Road A when it left the roadway as it navigated a curve west of East Devils Lake Road, entered the ditch at a high rate of speed, became airborne and overturned before landing in a heavily wooded area. The crash was not visible from the roadway, and initial investigation indicates that the crash had likely occurred at least 48 hours prior to being discovered. Investigators said Meizo was ejected from the vehicle and was pronounced dead at the scene by the Burnett County Medical Examiner. Webster Fire Department and North Memorial Ambulance also responded to this incident. Burnett County Sheriff’s Chief Deputy Scott Burns did not have any update when the Sentinel went to print. The crash remains under investigation as the Sheriff’s Office continues it’s with crash reconstruction of the scene of the fatal accident.

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18 years of Gemütlichkeit! Young members of S.G. Edelweiss of St. Paul show the crowd how to schuhplattler at the Danbury Oktoberfest, Aug. 18. More photos on page 12.

WEST MARSHLAND––More than 60 people were in attendance for a listening session hosted at the West Marshland Town Hall last week in hopes of explaining their grievances with the water levels in Crex Meadows, which are monitored by the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Their overall message was that the current water levels at the Crex dikes affects their properties due to over-saturation and standing water. This is having negative effects on their land, houses, and property overall and they were asking for a resolution. The issue of flooding Crex Meadows is a topic residents have been asking the DNR about for years and over time have reached out to Rep. Adam Jarchow. He said that he had heard from enough constituents, and thought a sit-down listening session would be the best way to move forward. “The DNR cares what you think because it’s an election year,” Jarchow said. Kyle Anderson and Steve Hoffman of the DNR attended the meeting to get a better understanding of what the residents are dealing with and the issues they are having with the water. They both work at Crex Meadows, Anderson is the Property Supervisor and Hoffman is Wildlife Area Supervisor. SEE JARCHOW, PAGE 2

Bird tests positive for west nile virus in Burnett County The Burnett County Health Department reports a dead crow found in Burnett County on August 13, 2018 has tested positive for West Nile virus. This is the first bird that tested positive for West Nile virus in Burnett County since surveillance for the mosquito-transmitted virus began May 1. “The positive bird means that residents of Burnett County need to be more

vigilant in their personal protective measures to prevent mosquito bites,” Sarah Miller, Interim Health Officer said. West Nile virus is spread to humans through the bite of an infected mosquito. Mosquitoes acquire the virus by feeding on infected birds. “Burnett County residents should be aware of West Nile virus and take some simple steps to protect themselves

against mosquito bites,” Miller said. “West Nile virus is here to stay, so the best way to avoid the disease is to reduce exposure to and eliminate breeding grounds for mosquitoes.” The Burnett County Health Department recommends the following: • Limit time spent outside at dawn and dusk, when SEE WEST NILE, PAGE 2

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