120925_RDA_Minutes

VILLAGE OF BONDUEL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY MEETING TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025 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, Caitlin Richter, and Jesse Rankin Absent: Brad Luepke AGENDA: Motion by Falk, second by Richter, to approve the agenda as presented and to deviate from the order as necessary. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTES: Motion by Hughes, second by Falk, to approve the minutes from the November 18, 2025 RDA Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF CITIZENS AND OPEN FORUM: Kristen Fish-Peterson, Redevelopment Resources, James Cleaveland, WEDC, Peter Thilman, Shawano County Economic Progress, Inc, via Microsoft Teams MUNICIPAL OPERATIONS DIRECTOR REPORT: Rankin reported that WEDC’s Sam Rikkers visited the Village on December 4. The visit included stops at several local businesses and tours of the homes on Sunrise Court and the Bear Trail Crossing Apartments. Rikkers expressed that he was pleased with the Village’s use of the Thrive Rural Wisconsin and Small Business Development grants and impressed with the progress being made in Bonduel. Rankin also noted that the WEDC Small Business Development Grant reimbursement request has been submitted. More than $40,000 has been requested and approved by the RDA, and the first disbursement check for The Glenn was issued today. NEW BUSINESS G1. Discussion and possible action on Downtown Business Grant Program Application for 112 W Mill St, Katie Jane Interiors & Mill St Customs Rankin presented the Downtown Business Grant Program application for 112 W. Mill Street, submitted by Katie Ferrito for Katie Jane Interiors and Mill St. Customs. The request seeks $10,000 for exterior grading, new doors, signage, and lighting, with the goal of reflecting the historic aesthetic of Bonduel’s former gas stations. The work is planned for completion in Spring 2026. The submission included inspiration photos, an estimated exterior budget, and a quote for exterior garage doors totaling $7,795. Village of Bonduel – RDA Tuesday, December 9, 2025 Page 2 Motion by Kastning, second by Hughes, to approve the Downtown Business Grant in the amount of $10,000 for 112 W. Mill Street for Katie Jane Interiors and Mill St Customs. Motion carried unanimously. G2. Discussion and possible action on Downtown Revitalization Plan Rankin reported that he had reviewed the Downtown Revitalization Plan and forwarded suggested revisions to Kristen Fish-Peterson. Peterson noted that the plan is nearing completion and that her team will continue refining it to ensure all zoning and land use updates are applied consistently throughout the document. She emphasized that this is an ideal time for the RDA to propose any additional elements they would like included and invited members to provide feedback. Peterson also mentioned that, although the plan itself does not include design work, a Redevelopment Resources intern is developing a conceptual rendering of a potential building on the corner of Cecil Street and Green Bay Street (current public parking area). The rendering, created as part of the intern’s master’s capstone project, will help the RDA visualize possibilities for a small hotel or other business that could generate new tax increment at that location. Rankin stated that he will continue collaborating with Kristen to finalize the remaining details of the Revitalization Plan and intends to present the completed version at the January RDA meeting for final approval before it is forwarded to the Village Board. By consensus, the item was tabled until the next meeting. UNFINISHED BUSINESS H1. Discussion and possible action on a project committee for wayfinding signs With no updates on this agenda item by consensus, the item was tabled until the next meeting. H2. Discussion and possible action on potential RDA Members With no updates on this agenda item by consensus, the item was tabled until the next meeting. H3. Discussion and possible action on park greenspace naming. Rankin offered to speak with Chief Lynch to determine whether the Bonduel Area Fire Department would be interested in sponsoring a memorial or contributing to the greenspace. By consensus, the RDA postponed the item until the next meeting. H4. Discussion and possible action on next steps for downtown district and properties. Rankin reported that he continues to work with Keith Block on the Block Building project. Block has received two renovation estimates: one for $2.7 million and another for $2.25 million. Rankin noted that the CDI Grant could provide up to $250,000 in funding if awarded; however, the Village of Bonduel may need to contribute additional funds. He stated that the project would represent a significant investment in the village. Village of Bonduel – RDA Tuesday, December 9, 2025 Page 3 Rankin also reported that he is in the process of obtaining inspection warrants to evaluate utilities at several properties under the Vacant Building Ordinance and hopes to inspect the village utilities soon. Committee Member Comments and Agenda Items to be considered for future meeting: Motion by Falk, second by Hughes to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Falk, Deputy Clerk