Monthly Board Meeting — Minutes

TOWN OF LEON 8108 Jackrabbit Ave. Sparta, WI 54656 Phone (608) 269-5873 Email: townofleon@centurylink.net website: www.townofleonmocowi.gov Date: February 11, 2026 Subject: MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES The Monthly Meeting was called to order at 6:00 pm by Chairman Ryan Selbrede. The following board members and staff were in attendance: Chairman-Ryan Selbrede, Supervisor II-Nate Abbott, Supervisor I -Jim Olson, Clerk -Carrie Nilssen, Patrolman- Bruce Peterson. Additional attendees: None January 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes a. Supervisor II – Nate Abbott made a motion to approve the January 14, 2026, meeting minutes, seconded by Supervisor I – Jim Olson. All Ayes, motion to approve passed. Public Comment b. The invoice from GFL had minor errors and was missing scale tickets. The clerk has called the company. Prices were consistent with Modern Disposal. c. On Sunday, March 8, 2026, there will be a chili feed fundraiser at the Leon Community Center starting at 11:00am. Tickets may be purchased at the door; the raffle drawing is at 4:00pm. d. Justin Trails is considering partnering with LaCrosse Distillery. Discussion was held on the required licenses and how this would affect the Town. e. The Fire Exit Door on the west side of the building needs new weather stripping. Supervisor II – Abbott will take a look and make the necessary repairs. Treasurer’s Report f. Clerk - Nilssen presented the Financial Report for January 2026. Checking account ending balance $49,549.34. Money Market ending balance $1,032,167.82. Supervisor II – Nate Abbott made a motion to approve the Financial Report as presented, seconded by Supervisor I – Jim Olson. All Ayes, motion to approve passed. Patrolman’s Report g. Plowing has been minimal. h. Brush was cut on Manhattan and the piles were burned. i. Trees within the ROW were discussed. There are two trees on Labrum that need attention. Supervisor II – Abbott made a motion to approve the removal cost for two trees within the road right away on Labrum Ave., seconded by Supervisor I – Olson. All Ayes, motion to approve passed. j. Bruce provided an update on his shoulder. k. The Short Span Bridge Assessment was discussed. The bridge on Ladder needs some work as the steel girders are in bad shape. The county has hired a consultant for 2026. There is the possibility to obtain state funding for this project. Clerk’s Report l. Clerk – Nilssen presented the AR and AP Transaction List for January 2026. Supervisor II – Nate Abbott made a motion to approve the Transaction List for January 2026 as presented, seconded by Supervisor I – Jim Olson. All Ayes, motion to approve passed. m. The 2026 Budget to Actual comparison was presented and discussed. n. Supervisor II – Abbott made a motion to approve the list of election workers for the Tuesday, April 7, 2026 election, seconded by Supervisor I – Olson. All Ayes, motion to approve passed. Other Business o. The Wisconsin Towns Association will be holding a District meeting on Friday, March 6, 2026, in Onalaska. Clerk – Nilssen has registered the Town Board. p. Supervisor II – Abbott made a motion to hold a SPECIAL MEETING for the electors on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, at 6:00pm at the Town Hall to vote on changing the Treasurer’s position from an elected term to an appointed role, seconded by Supervisor I – Olson. All Ayes, motion to approve passed. Adjourn q. Supervisor II – Nate Abbott made a motion to Adjourn the meeting at 7:30pm, seconded by Supervisor I – Jim Olson. All Ayes, motion to adjourn passed. Minutes provided by: Carrie Nilssen Town Clerk