September 9, 2026 – Village of Kewaskum, Wi – A notice of claim has been filed against the Village of Kewaskum along with former Village president Michael ‘Fuzz’ Martin and former Village administrator Adam Gitter. The claim seeks compensation for more than $4 million. The 8-page claim was filed by the attorney representing Kewaskum Police Officer Jeremy Haske. The claim is tied to accusations by the former Village president and Village administrator related to an anonymous tip they received Feb. 1, 2026.
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Interim Village President Mary Schlitt said the claim will be turned over to the Village’s insurance, however Martin and Gitter will have to retain their own legal counsel.
Both Martin and Gitter resigned/quit their positions with the Village of Kewaskum on July 20, 2026. Click HERE to read more.
On a side note:
- The Village’s Police and Fire Commission ruled June 8, 2026 to “dismiss with predjudice” any charges in the case surrounding Police Chief Tom Bishop and Lt. Bryan Frank. The reinstatment of Officer Haske followed that decision. Click HERE to read more.
- Click HERE for a timeline of Gitter’s contract, resignation, and public questions regarding a $123K payout
