Town Board Meeting — Minutes

TOWN OF FOND DU LAC FOND DU LAC COUNTY TOWN BOARD MONTHLY MEETING MINUTES April 13, 2006 @ 6:00 PM The Monthly Meeting was called to order at by Chairman Jeff Montsma. Present were Chairman Montsma, Supervisors Aaron Kuhls, Jessica Allender, Jennifer Janeczko and David Washkoviak; Deputy Clerk Terri Klapperich, Treasurer Brenda Post and Attorney Matt Parmentier and various Town residents. Confirmation was made of Open Meeting notice. The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. Minutes from the previous 3/9 Monthly Meeting were approved as presented. Discussion and action to appoint Theresa (Terri) Klapperich to Clerk position. Motion made by Chairman Montsma to move from Interim Clerk position to appoint Terri Klapperich as Clerk immediately, keeping Terri at her hourly wage until such time as hours level out. Term will be to completion of former Clerk Supple’s term of appointment. Second by Supervisor Washkoviak. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion and action to approve CSM for Renee Weier, N5601 Esterbrook Road. Planning Commission recommended approval of CSM at March 17, 2026 meeting. Motion to approve CSM made by Supervisor Washkoviak, second by Supervisor Allender. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion and action on Simon Park playground equipment. Ken Krupp, BCI Burke Company was present to answer any questions regarding the playground equipment that was chosen for Simon Park. Town will be responsible for excavating the base and wood fiber/chips that would be for fall protection. Motion made by Chairman Montsma to make purchase of playground equipment from Burke at a price of $21,000 for materials and the Town would install ourselves or contract with Fond du Lac County for installation. Second by Supervisor Washkoviak. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion of MSA contract for water district cross-connect inspections required by WDNR/EPA. Town’s Water Utility District has businesses that have cross-connections. Town is working with North Fond du Lac on their reassessment on rates and services. NFDL does not have staffing to complete cross-connect inspection services and has contracted out MSA Group and recommends MSA to complete Town inspections. Motion made by Chairman Montsma to utilize MSA Group for the cross-connection inspection services. Second by Supervisor Washkoviak. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion and possible action on multiple speed limit reduction requests for Rolling Meadows/CTH VVV and Esterbrook Road south of Rogersville Road. Chairman Montsma explained there have been discussions with County Sheriff’s Department, engineers and highway safety and there is no agreement that reductions need to happen. No action taken on Rolling Meadows/CTH VVV. There will be more patrols on Esterbrook Road to Rogersville section to address speeders. No action taken on Esterbrook Road south of Rogersville Road. Consideration of Initial Resolution Regarding Revenue Bond financing for Redeemer Evangelical Lutheran Church of Fond du Lac project. Information with respect to the job impact of the project will be available at the time of consideration of the Initial Resolution. Tim Belk, Treasurer of Redeemer Lutheran was present for questions. Attorney Parmentier explained this type of bond is a bond that flows through the town but does not put any liability on the town. There will be a hearing and notices in the future regarding this resolution. Motion by Supervisor Washkoviak to approve initial resolution for revenue bond financing for Redeemer church. Second by Supervisor Janeczko. Motion carried by voice vote, unanimous, 5-0. Final action to approve updated Town Zoning Ordinance. This was approved in December 2025 contingent on Department of Agriculture, Trade & Consumer Protection’s (DATCP) approval. DATCP approval has occurred. Motion by Supervisor Allender to approve the latest draft of the zoning ordinance as approved by DATCP. Second by Supervisor Washkoviak. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion and action on short-term rental application for W5231 Bechaud Beach Drive. All proper paperwork was submitted. Fee for short-term rental application fee is $500. License will be in effect through June 30, 2027. Motion made by Supervisor Washkoviak. Second by Supervisor Janeczko. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion and action on fire house doors and openers. The garage door openers are a not working properly. Motion made by Supervisor Washkoviak to replace all four openers at this time and one door each year after. Second by Supervisor Janezcko. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion and action to set date for bulky waste pick-up on May 30, 2026. Bins will be located at Town Hall. Motion by Chairman Montsma to set date as May 30, 2026. Residents may drop off their bulky waste this date. Second by Supervisor Allender. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion and action on Escrow Agreement for Esterbrook Estates expansion. Amendment was previously approved. This agreement requires financial security in escrow to be managed for contractor payment. Motion by Chairman Montsma to approve escrow agreement for Esterbrook Estates. Second by Supervisor Janezcko. Motion 4-0, abstain by Supervisor Washkoviak. Discussion and possible action to receive quotes for water purification system in the DPW shop. Water is terrible in the DPW Shop. Water is high in sulfur. Quotes will be obtained over next month. No action at this time. To be discussed and possible action made at May Board Meeting. Operator’s licenses presented for Makinon Eide and Adam Lamonska of Four Mile House. Motion made by Chairman Montsma to approve both licenses. Second by Supervisor Washkoviak. Motion carried 5-0. Discussion, presentation and possible action on the Park Impact Fee Needs Assessment. Discussion and presentation by Supervisor Allender on Park Impact Fee. Assessment is currently linked on the Town Website at https://townoffdl.com/news-and-notices/2026-park-impact-fee-needs-assessment/ . Motion made by Supervisor Allender to publish a notice and have a public hearing at May’s Board Meeting for the Park Impact Fee. Second by Supervisor Janeczko. Motion carried 5-0. Public Works Verified submission of MS-4 stormwater annual report has been submitted and filed per Attorney Parmentier. Update on DPW. WLA received official DOT access for Hwy. 23. Right-of-way work and road improvements are planned to be completed by summer end 2026. WLA will also be at April 28th Planning Commission meeting for final grading permit and site plan. Excavation will happen this year, beginning June 1st. Building expected to begin Spring 2027. Culvert issue on Horseshoe Lane needing stormwater improvements. Town has reached out to DOT regarding the improvements happening on a Hwy 41 project which will take more rain water off of 41 to the river. There are some challenges on the low spot there. Project is not complete on Horseshoe/Rockwood but is being worked on. DPW Supervisor’s Report. Manhole replaced on Rockwood. Repair will be needed on Joseph’s Lane and Alexander to make it a wider area for water flow. DPW has been watching the high water areas. Supervisor Haney installed no trespassing signs at Simon Park along the property line between the park and a private resident. Update from Permit Issuer/Inspector. No report. 19. Public Comments. Lori Ransom asked if AED machine would be available during elections. We have an AED machine in fire truck in fire station. Jodie Schneider asked about agenda item #7 regarding cross connection inspection costs. Brian Balson commented the park impact fee seems expensive and wondered if the Town could install a holding tank instead of running sewer. Letter read by Clerk Klapperich from Cynthia Bailey about the stormwater system in the area draining her pond which has damaged the ecosystem on her property. Leonard Malice inquired if any work will be done on the strip of Hickory Road between the county garage and bridge. 20. Chairman/Supervisor/Clerk/Fire Chief Reports. Supervisor Allender made flyers, signs and miscellaneous regarding the park impact fee analysis. Supervisor Allender also addressed the holding tank situation in public comments, we could look at all options when the actual project happens. Supervisor Washkoviak addressed comment on ecosystem could be a potential liability issue for resident and gave options for excavation and/or wells that could help with the pond levels. Chairman Montsma also addressed the holding tank situation and commented that residents can come to the public hearing next month and voice their opinions. Chairman addressed Hickory Road comment and at this time we will not be putting new road down until the new jail is complete. Chairman working on transition with Clerk Klapperich and Treasurer Post. Also working with Vesta audit and new reporting with our accounting system and accrual reporting. There will be a special training meeting to happen Tuesday, April 14th regarding roles and responsibilities of board and committee members. New permanent, secure mailbox has been installed at Town Hall and is compliant with USPS and election regulations. Town required annual CT Form will be completed by Vesta as well. Chairman addressed public comment on cross-connection inspection costs and that they are paid for with Water Utility District funds. Inspections happen every three years. North Fond du Lac is currently working on water rates and services. Clerk Klapperich completed election training with Wisconsin Elections Commission and ran the April Spring Election. Clerk’s office has been moved into Town Hall. Website is updated showing new address and phone number. Effective May 1st there will be set hours for residents, published on website. Open Book with Bomar is April 30th from 9am-11am and Board of Review is next month, May 12th, 5pm-7pm. Clean Sweet registration by April 17th for Hazardous Materials drop off. Flyer on website. Election workers were underpaid by $1/hour on accident as Clerk Klapperich didn’t have current wages when payment went out. Treasurer Post working on getting information to Vesta for the audit. Fire Chief Birschbach stated there will be a statewide tornado drill Thursday, April 16th at 1:45pm and again at 6:45pm. Chief encouraged everyone to participate and review your emergency response plan. The fire department did try to burn grass at Simon Park but it was too wet. Going to try again if it is dry enough. 21. Discussion Planning Commission matters. Planning Commission Meeting is Tuesday, April 28th at 6pm. WLA site plan review, Redeemer site plan review, Whealon CSM, Wisth site plan review. No pending matters on Board of Appeals. 22. Financial Report and payment of bills. General Account Received: $61,332.00 General Account Orders: $101,045.88 General Account Balance: $468,673.26 Road, Bridge & Culvert: $321,639.41 Park Account: $36,180.98 Town Hall 9 Month CD: $27,626.74 renews 7/15/26 Fire Dept. 9 Month CD: $17,586.68 renews 7/15/26 Payment of Bills: Bills: $120,855.65 Wages: $17,336.54 Motion made by Chairman Montsma to approve Financial Report and Payment of the Bills. Second by Supervisor Janeczko. Motion carried 5-0. 23. No closed session. Motion to adjourn meeting by Chairman Montsma. Second by Supervisor Janeczko. Submitted by Terri Klapperich, Clerk