Village Board Meeting — Minutes

VILLAGE OF MARQUETTE GREEN LAKE COUNTY, WISCONSIN Regular Meeting Minutes, September 14, 2026 - Village Hall Call to Order The regular meeting of the Village Board, for the Village of Marquette, was called to order by President Cybul at 7:00p.m. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Roll Call: President – Art Cybul - present Clerk – Susan Geraldi –present Trustee – Peter Michalos - present Treasurer – Paula Gilbertson – present Trustee Tony Deiss - present There were 7 citizens in attendance. Certification of Compliance with the Open Meetings Law : Agenda notice was posted in three public places - Village Hall door, kiosks at the Post Office and Truck Garage, and will be posted on the Village Website. Approve Agenda A motion to approve the agenda was made. Michalos/Deiss. Motion passed. (Unanimous). Approval of Minutes Sent to Board Members: Draft minutes were posted on the Village website and in the kiosks for review by the Board and the public. No changes were made. Deiss/Michalos moved to approve the minutes as presented. Motion passed unanimously. Reading and Approval of Treasurer’s Report The Treasurer’s report was read. Motion to approve the treasurer’s report as read. Michalos/Deiss. Motion passed. (Unanimous). Approve Payment of Bills: Vouchers 1446–1474, totaling $27,457.19, were presented for payment, along with $4,500.00 for the maintained balance and utilities, for a stated grand total of $31,096.04. Deiss/Michalos moved to pay the bills as presented and transfer $31,200.00 from the appropriate accounts to the General Fund. Motion passed unanimously. Citizen Comments – Time Limits and Rules Apply: Rudy Winther thanked the Village, Princeton Women’s Club and all the volunteers who helped make the Duck Hunters Rendezvous a success. Jason Breaker, Superintendent Markesan School District came to answer any questions or concerns about the upcoming school referendum on November 3, 2026. A “yes” vote would authorize the Markesan School District to raise $700,000 above the state revenue limit to maintain district programs and operations. A “no” vote would deny the Markesan School District authority to include $700,000 above the state revenue limit in its annual budget to maintain district programs and operations. A flyer will be sent out to residents explaining in more detail as to how these funds are needed to maintain the quality of education for the district students. Jason held an informal question and answer session with the citizens and board members who were present. Jason would be happy to answer any additional questions regarding the referendum from the Village Citizens. Discuss / Approve Approve payoff of Loan A motion was made to pay off the existing loan at National Exchange Bank. Michalos/Deiss. Motion passed. (unanimous) LRIP open bids and choose vendor Scott Construction submitted the only bid, totaling $23,397.36. Because asphalt plants will close soon, Deiss/Michalos moved to approve the bid and schedule the work for 2027. Motion passed unanimously. The bid and insurance certificate were presented. Approve Trick or Treating Date The Village and Town of Marquette will hold their annual Halloween event at the Village Hall on Sunday, October 25, 2026, from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. All residents are invited to come and set up a table to pass out candy and treats. The motion to approve the Halloween date and time was made. Michalos/Deiss. Motion passed. (unanimous) Set Budget date The internal budget meeting will be held at the Village Hall on October 15, 2026, at 5:30 p.m. Approve Recycling updated Ordinance #38 The motion was made to approve the updated recycling ordinance#38. Michalos/Deiss. Motion passed. (unanimous) Board Reminders/Updates Dog license update Dog licenses will be sent to county in October. The dog license application will be added to the website for easier access for renters. Motion to adjourn at 8:12 pm. Deiss/Michalos. Motion passed. Unanimous.