Meeting Minutes

Draft minutes: these minutes have not been approved by the Town Board and are subject to corrections/changes. TOWN OF HOLLAND BOARD MEETING July 8, 2026 MEMBERS PRESENT Chair Bob Stupi, Supervisors Rick Hauser, Jeff Herlitzke (via zoom), and Michael Hoffman EXCUSED David Weber STAFF PRESENT Town Crew Supervisor John Frauenkron, Clerk Marilyn Pedretti CALL TO ORDER Chair Stupi called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. Notices were properly posted. MINUTES Motion by Hoffman/Hauser to approve the minutes of June 10th and 29th. MOTION carried. CITIZENS’ CONCERNS: Karen Lubinsky, W7918 August Avenue, said the fireworks were really good. Stupi noted they were privately done in her neighborhood. COUNTY SUPERVISOR REPORT Joe Carty, County Supervisor #23, reported they had a planning meeting Monday night and covered several topics: reviewed the long term care residential services, opioid response plan, and that the SMART bus service will most likely be discontinued. FIRE DEPARTMENT Review 6/29/26 information meeting: Stupi reviewed the informational meeting held on June 29th. He noted a good turnout and reviewed summaries of public input which observed those in attendance seemed to agree a new station was needed but expressed concern with the 50/50 cost split, whether a referendum should be called and public request for detailed analysis of repairing the current facility. Discussion followed concerning options. Parker Kelley, W7129 W. Olson Road, suggested it was more than just a new fire station but also a new engine and new ladder truck in the next ten years. He suggested researching existing buildings that could be refurbished. Hauser noted they have discussed that option but have yet to find something that would work. He also noted that the facility needs to accommodate the six firefighters and the current building is unsustainable. Further discussion will occur in closed session to develop some negotiation points. Report on 6/24/26 meeting: Herlitzke said the minutes cover the meeting and noted the closed session to review the Fire Chief was delayed until all members were present. He asked for discussion concerning the Chief’s request to order a replacement fire truck, which can take 48-51 months to build. He noted the firefighters were involved in the design that would accommodate their needs and will assist in responding to multiple calls. Discussion followed. It was the consensus to bring back to the August meeting. Herlitzke was excused at 6:25 pm. PLAN COMMISSION Donation: Stupi reported the Plan Commission recommended accepting the Jim and Marilyn Magnuson donation submission of two park benches to be installed by the new Draft 2 pickleball court. Motion by Stupi/Hauser to accept the donation from Jim and Marilyn Magnuson of the benches for the pickleball court for up to $1,600. MOTION carried unanimously. Report on 7/1/26 meeting: Stupi reviewed the minutes from July 1st. STORMWATER UTILITY COMMISSION Culvert/Ditch work updates: Fonstad Road - Stupi reported that the work was completed and Mathy paved over the patch work. He spoke with Eric Fonstad about some of the concerns with the work and, other than getting the cable buried, he was satisfied with the work. Walnut Street – Stupi reported the Commission discussed the concerns neighbors had with the process and implications of the work. He noted the residents may be approaching the Board in the future to have the area reverted back to the original ditch. Stupi noted that he has driven by after recent storm events and the retention pond is percolating as designed. Paul Davison, N7134 Walnut Street, stated that while he embraces the theory to hold water, not just convey it down stream, he has concerns with the way it was communicated and completed. He noted a retention pond was never discussed. Stupi reported the Commission discussed that the communication process should have been better and they have set a new policy to communicate with affected properties in writing before any work is completed. Shouldering work: Stupi reviewed some drainage issues along Bice Avenue and reviewed pictures taken after a June storm event. He reported the Commission unanimously recommended shouldering and cutting back grass and replacing with gravel within the right-of-way to help with water infiltration. Discussion followed. Motion by Stupi/Hoffman to do limited shouldering and sod removal on Bice Avenue along areas that were noted in our packet that have ponding water onto the roadway. MOTION carried unanimously. Stupi noted any work would require letters to the affected property owners giving them at least a 30-day notice. Report on 7/1/26 meeting: Stupi reviewed the minutes from July 1st. PARKS Basketball backboard: Stupi reported the quote approved last month had the half-moon shape rather than the rectangular board that was requested. Members reviewed the new quote and two previous quotes. Motion by Hoffman/Stupi to approve the Lee Recreation LLC quote of $1,659 for the backboard. MOTION carried unanimously. Pickleball court: Stupi reported there was a patch in a low spot that can be filled using a polymer sealant and noted the painting vendor can add a green epoxy before painting the lines. Discussion followed. Motion by Hauser/Hoffman to add the green epoxy in the amount of $1,500. MOTION carried unanimously. PUBLIC WORKS Road work: Stupi reported that Long Coulee Court, the mobile home park and Wolfe Road pavement has been completed. He noted next month the Board will discuss engineering for the 2027 projects. Town crew report: John Frauenkron, Town Crew Supervisor, reviewed the Town crew report. Draft 3 LIQUOR AND OPERATOR LICENSES RFP Refuse-Recycling services: Pedretti reported the Request for Proposal (RFP) for refuse and recycling services was published on June 29th with the bids due by noon on July 30th and bid opening the same day at 1:00 p.m. WTA fall workshops: Stupi reviewed the opportunity for members to attend the Wisconsin Towns Association fall workshops. Members should notify the clerk if interested in attending. Operator’s Licenses: Pedretti provided two more names for approval for Operator’s Licenses: Mark Kunes, o/b/ Holmen Rod and Gun Club and Jacqueline Millette, o/b/o Whispering Pines Campbround. Motion by Hoffman/Hauser to approve the Operator’s Licenses for Mark and Jacqueline. MOTION carried unanimously. TREASURER’S REPORT AND INVOICES The Treasurer’s report and invoices were reviewed. Motion by Hauser/Hoffman to approve paying the bills in the amount of $533,276.03. MOTION carried unanimously. ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Stupi noted the fire truck will be on next month’s agenda. He announced that Marie Dummer passed way at the end of last month and noted she served as Town Treasurer for many years. He reported a donation of $50 was given to the Town for their assistance in closing a local street for a fireworks show. Pedretti reported a primary election will be held August 11th. CLOSED SESSION Motion by Hoffman/Hauser to enter into closed session under Wisc. Statutes 19.85(e) for “…deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conduct other specified public business…” to wit: discuss negotiations for fire protection services, non-renewal/modification of the Boundary Agreement with the Village of Holmen and a revision to the existing solid waste contract; and 19.85(1)(c) for: “…consideration of employment, compensation or performance evaluation data…” to wit: employee compensation. Roll call vote. MOTION carried unanimously. Entered into closed session at 7:23 p.m. Motion by Hauser/Hoffman to return to open session. MOTION carried. Returned to open session at 8:47. Stupi reported no action taken. ADJOURN Motion by Hoffman/Stupi to adjourn. MOTION carried. Adjourned at 8:48 p.m. Respectfully submitted, Marilyn J. Pedretti Town Clerk