Town Board Meeting — Minutes

TOWN OF PLEASANT V ALLEY October 15, 2025 TOWN BOARD MEETING CALL THE MEETING TO ORDER Chairman Doug Nelson called a Town Board Meeting of the Town of Pleasant Valley to order on Wednesday, October 15, 2025, in the Pleasant Valley Town Hall in Cleghorn at 7:00 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Chairman Doug Nelson called to honor our flag with the Pledge of Allegiance. INTRODUCTION OF TOWN OFFICIALS The board members present were Chairman Doug Nelson, Supervisor Scot Iverson, and Supervisor Megan Bechel. The staff members present were Jen Meyer, Clerk/Treasurer, Kelsey Ebert, Deputy Clerk/Treasurer, and Highway Foreman Wyatt Wathke. CONFIRMATION OF PROPER POSTING Clerk/Treasurer Jen Meyer confirmed that the meeting was posted properly, more than 48 hours ahead of its scheduled time, on the Town's webpage and the Town Hall posting board, as required by state statute. LIONS CLUB PA VILION DISCUSSION Julie Graaskamp and Brian Berge, representing the Cleghorn Lions Club, inquired whether the Town would be supportive of an addition to the pavilion area. The Lions currently pay a significant amount for tent rental every Harvest Fest and would like a more permanent structure. Doug suggested a multi-use facility to include pickleball courts. The board is supportive of expansion. Once the Lions have some plans, a meeting will be scheduled, which will include the Town Board, Lions, and Park Committee. PROCEDURES Motion (Iverson/Bechel) to dispense with the reading of and approve the September 8, 2025, Town Board meeting minutes. Chairman Nelson announced that the ayes carried 3-0, and the motion was carried. Motion (Bechel/Iverson) to approve the treasurer's report for September 2025 as presented and printed. Chairman Nelson announced the ayes carried 3-0, and the motion was carried. LETTERS & REPORTS Town Chairman -Doug shared that the board attended the 2025 WTA Convention. There were many informative breakout sessions. Town Supervisors -None Town Highway Supervisor -Mowing continues -Radar sign is now on Cedar Rd. The sign indicates that most cars travel over the speed limit, and the average daily traffic count is approximately 500. -They are prepping the trucks for plow season. October 15, 2025, con’t 2 Town Clerk/Treasurer -Jen shared that the new population estimate is 4067, and the Town has the third-largest growth percentage in the county. -Flint Hills has committed $10,000 toward the generator project, and additional donations have been received. -The State DOT will not reimburse the Town for Hwy 93 construction road damages. A small repair was made to Tollefson Road. Park/Historical Committee/Lions Club/TFD updates -Dugout concrete and fencing are complete. Benches need to be reinstalled. A roof is being considered. -Infield rock was delivered. Historically, the Lions have paid for the rock. A bill will be sent to the Lions. -Frank is waiting on a tree donation from Tree Savvy. -Some playground maintenance ideas are under discussion. -A gift card and thank you should be sent to the UWEC student who worked on the Memory Garden over the summer. -TFD received a $15,000 grant for a breathing apparatus fit-tester. CITIZEN INPUT -None COMPLAINTS -None OLD BUSINESS -None NEW BUSINESS Snowmobile Trail Discussion With the addition of a subdivision on Balsam Road in the Town of Washington, the snowmobile trail through that area needs to be rerouted. Doug and Jen received phone calls regarding rerouting the trail to utilize the right-of-way on Maple Road for about a quarter of a mile. The concerns for the area were discussed. The group has not reached out to Doug or Jen since the initial contact for permissions. Bowmar 3-Yr Contract – Resolution No. 25-19-03 The 2026-2028 contract has been received from Bowmar for assessor services. The contract price is $29,200 each year. An interim market update is necessary as the Town is out of compliance with the state. Motion (Bechel/Iverson) to approve Resolution No. 25-19-03. Chairman Nelson announced the ayes carry 3-0 and the motion carries. ECCHA 2 -Yr Contract – Resolution No. 25-19-04 The 2026-2027 contract for animal control services has been received from the Eau Claire Community Humane Association. The terms of the contract remain unchanged from those of prior years. The cost is $1.50/capita. Motion (Nelson/Iverson) to approve Resolution No. 25-19-04. Chairman Nelson announced the ayes carry 3-0 and the motion carries. October 15, 2025, con’t 3 County Recycling Fees – Resolution No. 25-19-05 Eau Claire County places a special charge on the tax bills of each single-family dwelling in the County for the purposes of supporting the recycling centers. Residents can either contract with their garbage hauler for a fee or utilize the recycling centers around the county at no charge. The fee per dwelling is being increased to $18 for each single-family dwelling. Motion (Iverson/Bechel) to approve Resolution No. 25-19-05. Chairman Nelson announced the ayes carry 3-0 and the motion carries. October Budget Amendment – Resolution No. 25-19-06 With the budget process underway, an amendment is needed to align the budget more closely with actual expenditures. Motion (Nelson/Iverson) to approve Resolution No. 25-19-06. Chairman Nelson announced the ayes carry 3-0 and the motion carries. 2025 Budget Review The budget as of October 15, 2025, was presented and reviewed. REVIEW/APPROVE ORDERS The bills /orders for October 2025 and the alternative claims paid report were presented by the clerk and approved by the town board for payment. ADJOURNMENT Chairman Nelson announced the meeting was adjourned at 8:15 pm. Respectfully submitted, Posted at town hall 11-6-2025 Jen Meyer, Clerk / Treasurer Placed on Website 11-6-2025