Committees and Regular Board Meetings — Minutes

Village of Theresa – Regular Village Board Meeting Date: May 19, 2025 Time: 7:03 p.m. Location: 292 Mayville Street, Theresa, WI 1. Call to Order Village President Jody Steger called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited. 3. Roll Call A quorum of Village Board members was present. (Excused: Brandenburg) 4. Open Meeting Statement Clerk-Treasurer Becky Tellier confirmed that the meeting agenda was properly posted and published on the Village website at 10:00 a.m. on May 15, 2025. 5. Public Comment President Steger read the public comment statement. No members of the public wished to speak. 6. Consent Agenda a. Motion by Trustee Haak, seconded by Trustee Krapfl, to approve the minutes of the April 21, 2025, Regular Village Board Meeting. Motion carried unanimously (6-0). 7. New Business a. Siren Maintenance Update Mike Elack reported that the sirens have been maintained. Motion by Trustee Haak, seconded by Trustee Billings, to postpone further discussion until the June meeting. Motion carried (6-0). b. Proposed Cell Tower Lease Agreement Blair from Vertical Bridge presented a proposal to lease a 100’ x 100’ parcel on Village- owned property along McArthur Road for the construction of a new cell tower. • The site would require gravel access and electricity. • Lease terms: 60-year duration with 5-year renewal intervals; estimated revenue: $600–$800/month. • Verizon would sublease to other carriers (Village does not receive additional revenue). • Century Fence with barbed wire would be installed; trees/shrubbery may be requested. • Setback requirement: 25 feet. • Agricultural use may continue by Adelmeyer Farms. • Tower construction is expected in 2026–2027. • Trustee Haak raised potential health concerns regarding 5G. Consensus of the Board: Proceed with moving the proposal forward, pending legal review. c. Minor Land Division – Town of Theresa (Activity #2025-0348, Richard & David Steger) Request to separate the farmhouse from the remainder of the farm property. Motion by Trustee Haak, seconded by Trustee Krapfl, to approve the minor land division. Motion carried unanimously (6-0). d. Local Government Basics Training – June 25, 2025 (Neenah) Trustees interested in attending should notify Clerk-Treasurer Tellier. (Noted by Trustee Pat Bodden.) e. Board and Staff Apparel Discussion held regarding ordering shirts for Board members and staff. The Clerk- Treasurer will circulate options via email. Public Works staff will also receive shirts. 8. Administrative Report – Clerk-Treasurer Becky Tellier a. April 2025 Clerk-Treasurer’s Report Highlights: • Continued outreach to increase participation in the Community Connect portal. • Ongoing follow-up regarding disconnection issues. 9. Library Committee Report – PR Jody Steger No additional updates. 10. Village President’s Report – PR Jody Steger No formal report. 11. Public Safety Committee – Chairperson TR Joe Haak a. Motion by Trustee Haak, seconded by Trustee Krapfl, to approve the April 21, 2025, committee minutes. Motion carried. b. Police Department Report • Recognition extended to Chief Markus and Public Works for tornado response. • Upcoming events: Movie Night (Historical Society, Library, and PD), Bike Rodeo (Library, EMS, bike donations). • New squad car received – positive feedback on configuration and performance. c. Fire Department Report d. Ambulance Report – No report. e. Motion by Trustee Haak, seconded by Trustee Billings, to approve operator licenses for Kennon Bassett and Philip Frey. Motion carried unanimously (6-0). f. Temporary Class “B” Beer License Approvals – American Legion Post 270 • June 7, 2025 – Rummage Sale & Brat Fry • June 18, 2025 – Street Dance • October 5, 2025 – Pioneer Day Pig Roast Motion by Trustee Haak, seconded by Trustee Krapfl, to approve the licenses. Motion carried unanimously (6-0). g. Future Agenda Items: • Revisions to the Emergency Management Plan. 12. Public Works Committee – Chairperson PR Steger a. Meeting called to order. b. Motion by Trustee Haak, seconded by Trustee Krapfl, to approve the April 21, 2025, committee minutes. Motion carried. c. Department Operations – Director Bill Weisensel • Valley Drive erosion and silt issues discussed. Silt fences must remain until grass is established. • Public Works is addressing storm drain cleanup and continued property monitoring. d. Sidewalk Installation – Sycamore Place & Valley Drive • Sidewalks are required on all street-facing sides. Layout variations are noted due to existing neighborhood patterns. e. 329 Mayville Street – Sewer Lateral • Two active sewer laterals remain. One still requires repair. The Public Works Director will follow up with the property owner. Restoration work by InterCon remains incomplete. f. Reimbursement Requests – Mayville Street Project (513 & 518 Mayville) • Claims should have been submitted sooner. Public Works Director to provide contractor contact info (PTS) to residents. One incident involved air entering plumbing due to premature faucet use during pressure testing. g. Adelmeyer Farms Contract – Future Meeting • Discussion tabled for future meeting. h. Sewer Lateral Televising & Repairs • Ongoing infiltration issues near the school. More televising is needed. Project on hold pending completion of current repairs. i. Public Works & Utility Vehicle Needs – Discussion held. j. Well #1 Standby Generator – Discussion and potential approval. k. McArthur & Wisconsin Streets – Pavement Options – Reviewed. 13. Parks Committee – Chairperson TR Shawn Krapfl a. Theresa Fireman’s Park Maintenance Agreement • Agreement signed by Brian Trauba. 14. Finance/Personnel Committee – Chairperson PR Steger a. Motion by Trustee Haak, seconded by Trustee Billings, to approve April 2025 bills totaling $114,371.79 and wages of $30,848.48. Motion carried (6-0). b. Motion by Trustee Billings, seconded by Trustee Bodden, to approve the April 2025 Fund Summary Report (budget to actual). Motion carried (6-0). c. Motion by Trustee Haak, seconded by Trustee Krapfl, to approve the April 2025 Treasurer’s Report. Motion carried (6-0). 15. Announcements • Village Rummage Sale & Legion Brat Fry: Saturday, June 7, 2025 • Committee Meetings & Regular Village Board: Monday, June 16, 2025 • Open Book: Tuesday, September 16, 2025, | 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. • Board of Review: Monday, October 27, 2025, | 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. 16. Adjournment President Steger declared the meeting adjourned at 8:21 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Becky Tellier, MMC Clerk-Treasurer