Town Board Minutes 3-18-26

Town of Mukwonago Town Board Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 18, 2026 Chairman Topczewski called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. and the Pledge of Allegiance was recited. The Chairman stated the meeting has been noticed. ROLL CALL Chairman Topczewski and Supervisors Boucher, Clabault, Wrasman and Yerke were present. Also present: Kathy Karalewitz, Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer; Attorney John Macy; Police Chief Schmidt; Fire Chief Stien. Chairman Topczewski amended the agenda to take up item 7(b). COMMENDATIONS BY FIRE CHIEF FOR LAKE RESCUE ON MARCH 2, 2026 Fire Chief Stien introduced Captain Zachary Cuomo, Alex Mihlbauer and Scott Laabs and presented them with a commendation for a lake rescue on Rainbow Springs Lake on March 2, 2026 saving two individuals from drowning in icy waters. Michael Ludwig was unable to attend. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION Chairman Topczewski stated the board may convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(g) conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is likely to become involved; regarding Ralinda Howard & ALH Irrevocable Trust and The Castaway. PUBLIC COMMENTS There were no public comments. MINUTES Motion by Supervisor Wrasman, second by Chairman Topczewski to approve the minutes of January 13, 2026 and amend the minutes to change the adjourn time to a.m. vs. p.m. There was no objection. All ayes. Motion by Supervisor Wrasman, second by Chairman Topczewski to approve the minutes of February 12, 2026 amend the minutes to change the adjourn time to a.m. vs. p.m. There was no objection. All ayes. Motion by Supervisor Yerke, second by Supervisor Boucher to approve the minutes of December 17, 2025. All ayes. Motion by Supervisor Wrasman, second by Chairman Topczewski to approve the minutes of January 21, 2026. All ayes. 2025 JOINT VILLAGE TOWN SETTLEMENT FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT AS OF 2-18-2026 Diana Doherty was present from the Village to give a summary of the 2025 Settlement. Motion by Chairman Topczewski, second by Supervisor Wrasman to approve the 2025 Joint Village Town Settlement for the Fire Department. All ayes. BOAT RACING ON LOWER PHANTOM LAKE MAY 16 & 17, 2026 John Hoffmann the BSOA Representative was present to answer any questions of the board members. Motion by Supervisor Boucher, second by Supervisor Clabault to approve the boat races on Lower Phantom Lake May 16 & 17, 2026 , subject to the approval of Phantom Lake Management District and the Village of Mukwonago. All ayes. APPEAL OF INVOICES #7584, #7585 AND #7586 BY Maureen Aliota, Clydesdale Farms South HOA There was no appearance by any representative from the Clydesdale Farms HOA. Motion by Supervisor Boucher, second by Supervisor Clabault to moved this matter to the April 1, 2026 Joint Plan Commission/Town Board meeting and if they are a no show again, this matter will be closed. All ayes. TOWN BOARD MEETING MOVED IN APRIL Administrator Karalewitz stated the April Town Board Meeting will be on Tuesday, April 21, 2026 immediately following the Annual Meeting. APPROVAL OF BID FROM NE3 CONSTRUCTION LLC FOR THE INSTALLATION OF CONCRETE PAD FOR BLEACHERS DONATED BY THE LIONS CLUB FOR LAUREN PARK Motion by Supervisor Clabault, second by Supervisor Boucher to approve the bid for NE3 Construction LLC for the installation of concrete pads for bleachers donated by the Lions Club for Lauren Park subject to certificate of insurance and lien waiver and also the size as listed on the proposal. All ayes. FINANCE/PERSONNEL BOAT LAUNCH OFF OF PHANTOM WOODS ROAD IN THE TOWN EASEMENT (this was acted on by Finance/Personnel Committee 8-6-25 and the recommendation to the Town Board for staff to proceed) Motion by Chairman Topczewski, second by Supervisor Boucher to approve using the boat launch off of Phantom Woods Road in the Town Easement next to parcel MUKT2005273 (W299S10697 Phantom Woods Rd) for the police boat. All ayes. MONTHLY BILLS Motion by Supervisor Boucher, second by Supervisor Wrasman to pay the monthly bills. All ayes. ON-SITE AND IN TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION OF WHOLE BLOOD – VERSITI AGREEMENT This item held over – no action taken. PUBLIC WORKS COMMITTEE UPDATE REGARDING PARKING LOT AT THE TOWN HALL Supervisor Yerke stated he had met with the Administrator and Public Works Superintendent and we are no longer pursuing a parking lot at the town hall for overflow parking for voting. BUILDING FOR PUBLIC WORKS Supervisor Yerke stated when he met with the Administrator and Public Works Superintendent it was suggested to look at a plan for a public works building to be built on the town’s own property by the other garages in Town Park. The Board asked the Administrator to get a conceptual plan from Lynch & Associates and bring it to the board for further discussions. UPDATED REGARDING SEPTIC ISSUES AT THE TOWN HALL There has been an issue in the police garage with their drain in the floor. Supervisor Yerke said the Superintendent is working with the building inspector for hopefully a fix. UPDATE REGARDING LAND ACQUISITION There was no discussion at this time regarding land acquisition. CLOSED SESSION 7:10 p.m. – Chairman Topczewski stated the board will convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stats,. §19.85(1)(g) conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is likely to become involved; regarding Ralinda Howard & ALH Irrevocable Trust and The Castaway. Motion by Chairman Topczewski, second by Supervisor Boucher to convene into closed session. All ayes, motion carried by roll call vote. The Board convened into open session pursuant to Wis. Stats. §19.85(2) for possible additional discussion and/or action concerning any matter discussed in closed session and/or any unfinished item remaining on the agenda. The Board directed the Administrator to follow-up as discussed in closed session. ADJOURNMENT Motion by Supervisor Boucher, second by Supervisor Clabault to adjourn at 8:45 p.m. All ayes. Respectfully submitted, Kathy Karalewitz Administrator/Clerk-Treasurer