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VILLAGE OF BONDUEL VILLAGE BOARD MEETING WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 13, 2025 Following the Pledge of Allegiance and moment of silence, President Russ Gehm, called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. Gehm read the statement regarding the posting of the meeting. PRESENT: Russ Gehm, Andrew Court, Sean Falk, Matt Pleshek, Michelle Streetman, and Kay Zuleger. Excused: Brenda Staszak. AGENDA: Motion by Pleshek, second by Zuleger, to approve the agenda as presented and to deviate from the order as necessary. Motion carried unanimously. MINUTES: Motion by Court, second by Zuleger to approve the minutes from July 9, 2025, Special Village Board Meeting as presented. Motion carried unanimously. ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF CITIZENS AND OPEN FORUM. Jesse Rankin, Director of Municipal Operations; Tyler Plouff, Village Attorney; Keith Fischer, Police Chief; Jake Rhode, SRO; Kevin Lynch, Fire Chief; Rodney Hoppe, Bonduel Area EMS Service Director. COMMUNICATIONS: A thank-you was received and is on file from the Justin Jeske Memorial Kickball Tournament organizers for the use of Village Park. Several business owners submitted letters to the Village Board regarding the Vacant Building Ordinance; the letters are on file. Village Attorney Tyler Plouff reported that responses are being drafted, and no further action is required from the Village Board at this time. REPORTS: Police Department Report. Report on file. Chief Fischer noted that Officer Rhode has been participating in several community outreach events, providing valuable opportunities for public engagement. He also reported that Jake’s presence at the Corn Roast was appreciated, as it was a little busier than last year during that time. The event went well overall, with no major incidents to report. Fire Department Report. Report on file. Chief Lynch reported that the ISO audit has been completed, with the department receiving a Class 3 rating, close to achieving Class 2. He also noted that several new firefighters will begin their training classes next week. Village of Bonduel – Village Board Wednesday, August 13, 2025 Page 2 EMS Report. Report on file. EMS Director Rodney Hoppe reported that he is contacting non- participating EMS members. He noted that one new EMT has begun classes and is looking forward to several EMTS attending an upcoming EMT refresher course. Clerk/Treasurer Report. Report on file. Deputy Clerk Jennifer Falk highlighted the information from the State regarding video gaming machines and encouraged the Board to review the materials provided. Municipal Operations Department Report. Report on File. Rankin reported that the final walkthrough for Sunrise Court has been completed and assessments are forthcoming. He provided an update on his WEDC Connect Communities training and noted that Village staff is working to implement several initiatives from the program. Rankin also announced plans to coordinate a joint RDA and Plan Commission meeting for business owners on September 9, 2025. NEW BUSINESS: K1. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2025-14 approving the Washington St. Sanitary Sewer Liner. The Committee of the Whole reviewed the quote from VisuSewer to reline and pressure grout the sewer line on N Washington St between State St and Cedar St and made the recommendation to fund the project from the Sewer Fund. Motion by Zuleger, second by Streetman, to introduce Resolution 2025-14 approving the Washington Street sanitary sewer liner installation. Roll call vote was taken. Court-Aye, Falk-Aye, Pleshek- Aye, Streetman-Aye, Zuleger-Aye, and Gehm-Aye. Motion carried unanimously. K2. Discussion and possible action on Resolution 2025-15 adopting the Shawano-Menominee Counties Hazard Mitigation Plan. The Committee of the Whole reviewed the Hazard Mitigation Plan for Shawano and Menominee Counties and recommended that the Board adopt the plan for future projects. Motion by Court, second by Falk, to introduce Resolution 2025-15 adopting the Shawano-Menominee Counties Hazard Mitigation Plan. Roll call vote was taken. Court-Aye, Falk-Aye, Pleshek- Aye, Streetman-Aye, Zuleger-Aye, and Gehm-Aye. Motion carried unanimously. K3. Discussion and possible action amending the developer’s agreement with Nature Ridge (Landmark Development) on Parcel 107-62300-0020. The Village has a developer's agreement with Landmark Development for the construction of apartments on parcel 107-623-000020. Landmark Development has since sold the property to Nature's Ridge, another LLC owned by the same principals, Keith Garrett and Chad Roefers. Village of Bonduel – Village Board Wednesday, August 13, 2025 Page 3 Attorney Plouff shared that this ownership transfer is a standard practice in development, often for tax purposes, and was provided for in the original development agreement. He explained that amendment brought before the board tonight is for one specific change to the original agreement. The amendment adds a new clause (H2) that establishes a 45-day deadline for the Village to either approve or deny any future transfers of the property to a third party not affiliated with the developers. This 45-day timeframe provides a clear period for the Village to review any future requests while still maintaining its absolute discretion to approve or deny the transfer. Motion by Zuleger and second by Pleshek to approve the amendment to the developer's agreement with Landmark/Nature's Ridge Development, with the name change and addition of H2. Motion carried unanimously. K4. Discussion and possible action on the Village Personnel Policy 2024-01. The Committee of the Whole reviewed and recommended the Personnel Policy updates to the Board. The updates include a provision in the vacation policy that allows the Board to adjust the increase schedule at its discretion. Motion by Zuleger, second by Court, to approve the amendments to the Village Personnel Policy 2024-01. Motion carried unanimously. K5. Discussion and possible action Resolution 2025-16 approving the Quit Claim Deed. On May 15, 2023 Jessica and Russell Gehm were awarded the private alley located in between their building at 117 N Cecil Street and the neighboring building, 125 N Cecil Street. The Village has never believed the alley to be “public” or otherwise public land and the Village has never open, worked, or maintained the alley. For purposes of ensuring a clear title the Village wishes to quit claim deed any interest that could be argued to have in the alley to the Gehms. Motion by Pleshek, second by Zuleger to introduce Resolution 2025-16 approving the Quit Claim Deed of Village of Bonduel’s interest, if any, in a private alley. Roll call vote was taken. Court-Aye, Falk- Aye, Pleshek- Aye, Streetman-Aye, and Zuleger-Aye. Gehm-abstained. Motion carried unanimously. K6. Discussion and possible action approving the liquor license for The Glenn Lounge & Grill, 113 N Cecil St. The Glenn Lounge & Grill has applied for the Reserve “Class B” Liquor License. All forms, background checks and publications have been completed. Motion by Streetman, second by Falk, to approve the Reserve “Class B” liquor license for The Glenn Lounge & Grill at 113 N Cecil St. Motion carried unanimously. K7. Discussion and possible action on 2026 Budget guideline numbers and worksheets. Deputy Clerk Falk shared that the budget schedule and worksheets were provided in this month’s packet. Department heads should be working on their budgets especially all Capital Equipment requests to have them ready for the August 27, 2025 Committee of the Whole for review. By consensus the Board agreed to move this agenda item to the next meeting. Village of Bonduel – Village Board Wednesday, August 13, 2025 Page 4 UNFINISHED BUSINESS L1. Discussion and possible action on appointments to Boards, Commissions and Committees. Richard Streetman expressed his interest in being part of the Fire Commission by filling out an application. Streetman has an extensive background as a project and operations manager and currently works for Seagrave Fire Apparatus. A copy of Streetman’s resume was included in the Board packets. Gehm is recommending his appointment to the Fire Commission. Motion by Pleshek, second by Falk, to approve the appointment of Streetman to the Fire Commission for the Village of Bonduel. Motion carried unanimously. M. Approval of Payments. Motion by Zuleger, second by Court, to approve the monthly payments for July 2025 as presented. Motion carried unanimously. N. Treasurer’s Report. Motion by Zuleger, second by Streetman, to approve the July 2025 Treasurer’s report as presented. Motion carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS. Upcoming monthly meetings were discussed. Deputy Clerk Falk shared that the August 27, 2025 Committee of the Whole Meeting may be changed to a Special Board Meeting and the time will be 6:00 p.m. Motion by Zuleger, second by Court to adjourn. Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 6:30 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Jennifer Falk, Deputy Clerk