2026.04.16 Town Board Meeting Minutes V2

TOWN OF TROY 654 Glover Rd., Hudson, WI 54016 REGULAR TOWN BOARD MEETING was held in person on Thursday, April 16th, 2026. The meeting was called to order at 6:00pm by Vice Chair Ray Knapp who led the Pledge of Allegiance. Attendance: Town Chairperson Doug Rowen, Town Supervisors Dan Pearson, Ray Knapp, Lowell Enerson, and Alicia Schneider. Town Administrator David Carlson. Town Clerk/Treasurer April Fredrick. Zoning Administrator Rob Jones. Residents: Gerald Knott, Gene Cernohous, Jill Berke, Rob Brown, Mike Kretz, Chris Gruber, Courtney Larson Cernohous, Donna Burger, Marty Oian. Resident Comment: Mike Kretz, 257 Troon Ct, discussed the website notice on April 7th Election. He expressed concern that the notice did not clearly communicate information about candidates and present incumbents. He also thanked the Public Works team for their flexibility in working with Troy Village. Courtney Larson Cernohous, discussed her mailbox claim brought before the board last month. She noted that the denial reasons stated were not consistent with the claim presented. She felt that the existing $50 replacement policy does not reflect an adequate replacement amount and the Town Policy and her claim should be reevaluated. Supervisor Knapp asked for resident comment. Supervisor Schneider spoke. She thanked Supervisor Ray Knapp for providing steady leadership through significant growth and change during the last twenty-five years. Supervisor Knapp asked for Resident Comment. Supervisor Knapp asked for Resident Comment. Supervisor Knapp asked for Resident Comment. Supervisor Knapp closed Resident Comment. Discussion and possible action on Consent Agenda Items: The Board reviewed the Consent Agenda. Supervisor Knapp moved to pull the Zoning Administrator report. Supervisor Schneider moved to approve the minutes of March 19th, 2026, Regular Town Board Meeting Minutes, and to acknowledge the reports of: Park Rangers, Park Board Report & Minutes, Animal Control Office, Sheriff’s Department, Building/Driveway Permits, and Plan Commission. Supervisor Enerson seconded. Roll Call – Supervisor Knapp – Yes. Supervisor Dan – Yes. Supervisor Enerson – Yes. Supervisor – Schneider – Yes. All Ayes. Motion Carries. Supervisor Knapp held discussion on the Zoning Administrator’s report to discuss new regulations related to event liquor licenses. Supervisor Knapp moved to acknowledge the Zoning Administrator’s report. Supervisor Pearson seconded. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion and Consideration to dismiss Fire Call Charge – Chris Gruber: Chris Gruber stepped before the Board to review his Fire Call. Most discussion centered on Gruber not having a burning permit and not calling Dispatch. The Board held further discussion about whether any fire call could be charged to the caller. Administrator Carlson discussed Chapter 32 violation of the Town Ordinances. The Town Board recommended continuing with the current charge and making no changes to the Fire Call Charge. No motion was made. Discussion and Consideration on Ball Field Contracts with Hudson Baseball Boosters and With River Falls Youth Baseball Organization: Administrator Carlson presented the two individual contracts to approve Hudson Baseball Boosters and River Falls Youth Baseball teams to play at Glover Park. He noted that neither Ball Teams will be hosting tournaments. Carlson commented that the Park Board supported the contracts. Supervisor Pearson moved to approve the contracts as presented for Hudson & River Falls Youth Baseball Organization. Supervisor Enerson seconded. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion and Consideration on Disposal Center Relocation Cost Estimate and Request for Expenditure of Funds: Administrator Carlson reviewed the project update on the Disposal Center. He noted the scope of the project would include receiving bids for electrical, concrete, and fencing. The costs to consider would center around site prep, relocation, construction, and site improvements. Supervisor Schneider moved that the Town Board authorize the expenditure of up to $100,000 for the relocation of the Disposal Center, with the following guidelines: 1. Town staff may publish bids for work necessary to implement this project 2. No expenditure on Building construction will occur without approval of the Electors in accordance with state law. 3. Town staff will follow state bidding laws for all construction activities, and no bids will be awarded without express approval from the Town Board. 4. The Town Administrator may enter into an agreement for the delivery of gravel for the Disposal Center site in an amount not to exceed $15,000. Supervisor Enerson seconded. Roll Call – Supervisor Knapp – yes. Supervisor Pearson – Yes. Supervisor Enerson – Yes. Supervisor Schneider – Yes. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion and Consideration of Resolution Providing for the Sale of Approximately $6,010,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026A: Sean Lenz presented to the Town Board options for the selling $6,010,000 of General Obligation Promissory Notes highlighting tax impacts. Supervisor Schneider moved to approve Resolution 2026-05 Providing for the sale of approximately $6,010,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2026A. Supervisor Enerson seconded. Supervisor Knapp made a friendly amendment to the last paragraph in the resolution to read “…prior to the issuance of the Notes with the proceeds of the Notes in an amount not to exceed approximately $6,010,000. Both Supervisor Schneider and Enerson approved the amendment. Roll Call – Supervisor Knapp – yes. Supervisor Pearson – Yes. Supervisor Enerson – Yes. Supervisor Schneider – Yes. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion and Consideration of a Request for Expenditure of Funds from Park Board for Picnic Table: Supervisor Pearson moved to approve the purchase of 8 ft. picnic table ADA compliant from RJ Thomas Pilot Rock Co. in the amount of $1972, including shipping cost, to be placed at the Hein pavilion in Glover Park. Supervisor Schneider seconded the motion. Roll Call – Supervisor Knapp – Yes. Supervisor Pearson – Yes. Supervisor Enerson – Yes. Supervisor Schneider – Yes. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion and Consideration of a Request for Expenditure of Funds for a Plaque recognizing the contribution of Jim Freund, and a plaque recognizing the Hudson Hospital Foundation donation both to be placed at Glover Park: Supervisor Dan Pearson moved to approve not to exceed in expenditure $400 for two permanent plaques from Pella Engraving Co. to recognize former Park Board member, Jim Freund for 30 years’ service to the parks; and Hudson Hospital Foundation for gift to bike repair station, to be installed at Glover Park. Supervisor Enerson seconded. Roll Call – Supervisor Knapp – Yes. Supervisor Pearson – Yes. Supervisor Enerson – Yes. Supervisor Schneider – Yes. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion and Consideration of Comprehensive Plan Update: Administrator Carlson discussed in conjunction with Zoning Administrator Rob Jones general updates to be made to the Comprehensive Plan. Town Board members were invited to attend Plan Commission meetings if interested. Chairperson Doug Rowen joined the meeting. Discussion and Consideration of Board Appointments: Chairperson Rowen discussed his appointments noting an opening on the Park Board. Supervisor Knapp moved to acknowledge the Town of Troy Board Commission and Appointments submitted by Town Chair on 4/16/2026. Supervisor Schneider seconded. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion and Consideration of Scheduling for Board of Review: Supervisor Knapp moved to set The Board of Review to be held on Monday May 11th at 3:00 pm and Open Book May 4th at 10-12 noon. Supervisor Enerson seconded. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion and Consideration of Board of Review Alternates Resolution: Chairperson Rowen discussed two previous candidates have agreed to serve as alternates again. Supervisor Knapp moved to adopt 2026-03 Resolution Board of Review Alternate Members as presented. Supervisor Schneider seconded. All ayes. Motion carried. Discussion and Consideration of Scheduling for Town Road Tour: Supervisor Enerson moved to schedule the road tour on May 15th at 10:00am. Supervisor Schneider seconded. All ayes. Motion carried. Administrator Report: Administrator Carlson discussed the recent changes to liquor laws and land use applications within the Town. Road Restrictions have been lifted as of Tuesday, April 14th, 2026. Clerk/Treasurer Report: Clerk/Treasurer Fredrick discussed the newly implemented Fire Call Payment Plan contract and the monthly financial reports. Approve Disbursements: Supervisor Schneider moved to approve disbursements from March 20th to April 16th in the amount of $125,645.39 from Citizens State Bank. Supervisor Pearson seconded. All ayes. Roll Call Chairperson Rowen – Yes. Supervisor Knapp – Yes. Supervisor Pearson – Yes. Supervisor Enerson – Yes. Supervisor Schneider – Yes. All ayes. Motion carried. Committee reports (Roads, Disposal Center, Fire/EMS, Parks, Communications, WTA, Fire Station, Town Hall Expansion, Boundary Agreement): Roads – Supervisor Enerson commented that Mann Valley Drive potholes were filled in. He noted the third reconstruction application for Mann Valley was denied and will be discussing a fourth application. The LRIP Coulee Trail grant was approved. Disposal center – Previously noted in the meeting. Fire/EMS – Chairperson Rowen highlighted April 22nd is the next Rural Fire Association meeting. Parks – Previously noted in meeting. Communications – Supervisor Schneider will share her portion at the upcoming annual meeting. WTA – No update. Fire Station – Chairperson Rowen highlighted the new fire truck was delivered and will be on display at the Annual Meeting. Town Hall Expansion – No action pending Elector Approval. Boundary Agreement – Updates to follow in closed session. Chair report – No Update. Correspondence was reviewed. Convene into Closed Session: Supervisor Schneider moved to convene into closed session at 8:28pm pursuant to Wis Stats 19.85(1)(e) to deliberate or negotiate the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, i.e. Potential Cooperative Boundary Plan with the City of Hudson; Supervisor Pearson seconded. Roll Call – Supervisor Knapp – Yes. Supervisor Pearson – Yes. Supervisor Enerson – Yes. Supervisor Schneider – Yes. All ayes. Motion carried. Town Board Reconvened into open session at 9:35pm. Discussion and Possible Actions from Closed Session: Supervisor Schneider moved to approve the City of Hudson/Town of Troy Joint Resolution #2 Authorizing Continued Participation in the Cooperative Planning Process Pursuant to Wisconsin Statute Section 66.0307 and Calling Joint Public Hearing. Supervisor Knapp seconded. Roll Call Chairperson Rowen – Yes. Supervisor Knapp – Yes. Supervisor Pearson – Yes. Supervisor Enerson – Yes. Supervisor Schneider – Yes. All ayes. Motion carried. Adjourn: Supervisor Schneider moved to adjourn the meeting at 9:36 pm. Supervisor Enerson seconded. All ayes. Motion carried.