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Parks and Public Works Committee Meeting Minutes May 18th, 2026 Pursuant to due call and notice thereof, a meeting of the Parks and Public Works Committee was held May 18th, 2026, Municipal Building, 800 Borner Street, Prescott, Wisconsin, 54021. The meeting was called to order at 5:00 PM. Committee Present: Mike Gerke, Dar Hintz (Left early), Lindsey Sorenson Staff Present: City Administrator Matt Wolf and Planner Luke Wiese Others Present: Franz Altpeter of 1110 Lake St, Kris Sampson of 611 Lake St Approve Minutes for April 20th, 2026 Hintz motioned to approve the minutes for April 20th. Gerke seconded; motion passed without a negative voice (3-0). Non-Motorized Boat Launch – Repair and Maintenance Items City Administrator Wolf presented items related to repairs and maintenance at the Prescott Non-Motorized Boat Launch. Staff noted that a second quote was previously pursued, but no additional contractors expressed interest in completing the work. Franz Altpeter, 1110 Lake St, stated he was surprised by the current condition of the boat launch and commented that the stairs were in poor condition. He supported making improvements, including the addition of railings, and noted that the park is well used. Kris Sampson agreed the launch receives frequent use and commented that accessibility improvements for visitors and kayakers should be considered. Sampson also suggested adding garbage cans near the beach area. Committee Member Bettis suggested evaluating whether replacing the stairs entirely with a ramp may be a better long-term option and encouraged reviewing different improvement alternatives for the site. Committee Member Hintz supported addressing safety concerns promptly, particularly the stairs and potential installation of railings, and suggested larger improvements could be planned in phases. Committee Member Sorenson directed staff to obtain an updated quote from Luke Busker Masonry and bring the item back to the Parks & Public Works Committee for further discussion and direction on next steps. Review and Discussion on Magee Park Sign Layout City Planner Luke Wiese presented the Magee Park Sign Layout map. The map identifies proposed signage locations throughout the park and shows different sign types including informational, safety, directional, trail marker, and boundary signs. Kris Sampson, 611 Lake St, commented on including signs that identify park rules and permitted uses. Sampson also suggested considering the multiple transportation and recreational uses accommodated on the trail system. The Committee agreed that incorporating rules and using information into the signage plan would be beneficial. Discussion on Transportation Resolution Requested from the League of Wisconsin Municipalities City Administrator Wolf presented information from the League of Wisconsin Municipalities regarding a proposed transportation funding resolution. The resolution is intended to advocate for a long-term transportation funding solution at the State level ahead of development of the 2027–2029 biennial budget. Discussion included increasing transportation costs, transportation aid not keeping pace with inflation, and the impacts these funding trends have on local roadway maintenance and infrastructure responsibilities. Committee member Sorenson made a recommendation to the City Council to adopt the resolution provided by the League of Wisconsin Municipalities, Bettis seconded; motion passed without a negative voice (2-0). Other Business City Administrator Wolf explained that the motorized boat launch has gotten repeatedly hit this spring. The rubber rail along the dock has been ripped off multiple times by passing boats. Committee member Bettis attested to this happening and suggesting getting better material to prevent it from getting ripped off. The dock will have continual issues if the issue is not addressed properly. Committee member Bettis told staff he would provide an example of a product that could help. Kris Sampson explained that with the parks in Prescott it would be nice to have a cohesive opening date so the public could be more informed on when the parks will be fully opened. Sampson also had additional feedback on garbage in the parks and irrigation along the boat launch. Commissioner Bettis motioned to adjourn. Sorenson seconded; motion passed without a negative voice (2-0). The meeting was adjourned at 5:58 PM. The next Parks & Public Works Committee will be June 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Respectfully Submitted, Luke Wiese, Planner