060926_RDA_Minutes

VILLAGE OF BONDUEL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026 Following the Pledge of Allegiance, Chairman Russ Gehm called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. Gehm read the statement regarding the posting of the meeting. PRESENT: Sean Falk, Russ Gehm, Lisa Hughes, Lissy Kastning, Brad Luepke and Caitlin Richter. AGENDA: Motion by Falk, second by Luepke, to approve the agenda as presented and to deviate from the order as necessary. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTES: Motion by Falk, second by Richter, to approve the minutes from April 28, 2026, RDA Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF CITIZENS AND OPEN FORUM: Jesse Rankin, Director of Municipal Operations, Kristen Fish-Peterson, Samantha Cachea, and Dana Sarver (via Zoom), Redevelopment Resources; and Lee Pulaski, Shawano Leader. MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS DIRECTOR REPORT: Rankin provide project updates. The concrete stage and sidewalk at Fireman’s Park have been poured. Pedestrian crosswalk signs have been placed on Cecil Street near The Mill and LK Reflections to help slow down traffic. The Flower baskets were hung, daily watering and weekly fertilizing have been taking place. NEW BUSINESS H1. Discussion and presentation from Redevelopment Resources on design for Downtown property redevelopment. Samantha Caches of Redevelopment Resources presented the work she completed as part of her thesis, showcasing potential design concepts and enhancements for downtown Bonduel. Her presentation included conceptual façade improvements for several existing buildings, illustrating ways to enhance the appearance and character of the downtown district. In addition, she presented a concept for a mixed-use development featuring a hotel with retail space on the ground floor, proposed for one of the existing downtown parking lot areas. The concept demonstrated how underutilized space could be redeveloped to support economic growth and create a more vibrant downtown. The RDA was impressed with the possibility of what could be done with the downtown area. H2. Discussion and possible action on Downtown Business Grant Program Application for 201 S Cecil St., The Mill Bonduel. The Mill Bonduel has applied for a Downtown Grant to enhance Village of Bonduel – RDA Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Page 2 the ramp, stairs and building. They would also like to get additional signage for the outside of the building. The total project cost estimate is $10,100. Motion by Hughes, second by Luepke, to approve the Downtown Business Grant Program application for t for 201 S Cecil Street, The Mill Bonduel for the requested amount of $5,050. Motion carried unanimously. H3. Discussion and possible action on Downtown Business Grant Program Application for 126 E Green Bay St. The owner of 126 E Green Bay Street is interested in applying for a grant. The paperwork has not been turned in as of this meeting. By consensus the RDA agreed to move the agenda item to a later meeting when the application is received. UNFINISHED BUSINESS I1. Discussion and possible action on wayfinding signs project. By consensus the RDA agreed to move the agenda item to the next meeting when more information is available from WE Energies. I2. Discussion on potential RDA members. Lisa Hughes has agreed to stay on the RDA for another term. No applications have been submitted for a new member. By consensus the RDA agreed to move the agenda item to the next meeting. H4. Brief overview of condemnation procedures by an RDA under a Redevelopment Plan (Attorney Lynn Lorenson, Town Counsel Law and Litigation, LLC). Attorney Lynn Lorenson provided an overview of the condemnation process for properties located within a Redevelopment Area. She explained that the process is governed by Chapter 32 of the Wisconsin Statutes, which outlines the required steps and procedures that must be followed. Attorney Lorenson also noted that if a property is being considered for condemnation, it is important to gather as much factual information as possible regarding the property's conditions and any related issues. The RDA asked various questions on the process, and the different scenarios presented were reviewed, addressed, and clarified by Attorney Lorenson. H5. Closed Session. Motion by Hughes, second by Luepke, to move to closed session for approximately five minutes. Inviting Jesse Rankin, Michelle Maroszek, and Attorney Lynn Lorenson to attend. [pursuant to section 19.85 (1)(e)of the Wis. State Statutes for the purpose of deliberating or negotiating the possible purchase of property located at 101 E Green Bay Street where competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session.] Roll call vote was taken. Falk-Aye, Hughes-Aye, Kastning-Aye, Luepke-Aye, Richter-Aye, and Gehm-Aye. Motion carried unanimously. The RDA moved to closed session at 6:35 p.m. Lisa Hughes left the meeting at 6:44 p.m. Village of Bonduel – RDA Tuesday, June 9, 2026 Page 3 Motion by Falk, second by Luepke, to return to open session. Roll call vote was taken. Falk- Aye, Hughes-Aye, Kastning-Aye, Luepke-Aye, Richter-Aye, and Gehm-Aye. Motion carried unanimously. The RDA returned to open session at 7:07 p.m. No action was taken by the RDA during the closed session. Motion by Falk, second by Richter to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 7:08 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Michelle Maroszek, Village Clerk