Village Board — Minutes

PROCEEDINGS OF THE VILLAGE BOARD OF THE VILLAGE OF REESEVILLE July 11, 2024 A duly convened meeting of the Village Board of the Village of Reeseville, Dodge County, Wisconsin, was held in open session on July 11, 2024, and called to order by Village President, Brian Miller, at 6:30pm. The pledge of allegiance was recited. Roll call was taken, and the following Trustees were present, Dave Snow, Anna Volkova, Jacob Pacala, Kevin Hankes Cheryl Goodrich. Jim Bublitz via mobile phone. Notice of the meeting was given to the public at least 48 hours prior to the meeting by posting the complete agenda at the Reeseville Village Hall, the Reeseville Post Office. Jacob Pacala made a motion to approve the consent agenda with the correction of Lt. Loos name mispelled, the motion was seconded by Anna Volkova, and the motion carried. Public comment: The newly planted tree at the fireman's park will need to be straightened out it appeared to be leaning Brian Miller reported. Engineer Report: Tammy Hampton gave the update on the 2025 plans. Tammy Hampton gave the village board an update on the CBDG Flexible Facilities Grant after touring the Library, items that would be covered under the grant are computer labs, laptop's windows, siding, meeting room, ADA accessible. These items are covered with the grant money and the village wouldn't have to spend any money. Tammy also informed the board that the Low Moderate Income(LMI) numbers have changed effective August 1st, the new number will be 45.80. 4 fire hydrants need repair, need plugs in. Tammy discussed with the board about water & sewer increase, Tammy stated the rates have not been increased since 2018 and recommended 3% every 3 years up to 40% total. The board discussed Specialty Cheese site plan, Dave Snow made a motion to approve the early start permit only on the footings, and approval of the site plan at a later date, the motion was seconded by Kevin Hankes, the motion carried with Cheryl Goodrich abstaining. 13 B was tabled, 13 C Playground is being installed. Blue printed needed to be re-calibrated - engineer made adjustments. Waiting on wood chips and project will be complete. Ribbon cutting will be held July 20, 2024, at noon, location Reeseville mini park . Protections of Persons, Property and Safety: Kevin Hankes gave the police report for Sergeant Tritt who had a scheduling conflict. The department worked 48 hours for the month, their were 51 calls for service, and 22 non contract calls. Kevin is looking into lighted speed signs to place at village entrances, the cost on the brochure is 2 for $6,499, Kevin will have more information next month. Kevin reported on the contract with Dodge County Sheriff Dept, and the contract for 2024 cost is $34,000, 2025 will be $34,084.42, and the 2026 contract will be $35,106.95. CLR Report: CLR new building is enclosed and on schedule. Life star Report: The board reviewed the Life star reports. Kevin reported their have been 30 calls for the year so far. Ordinances: Kevin Hankes went over the revisions from the village attorney, Kevin made a motion to approve the recreational vehicle and permit parking ordinance with the revisions, the motion was seconded by Jacob Pacala, motion carried. Kevin Hankes made a motion to approve the new verbiage for the winter parking ordinance, no parking on the streets from November 15 - April 1, from 2am until 6am, the motion was seconded by Cheryl Goodrich, motion carried. Library Report: Jacob reported the library celebrated the 60th anniversary. New users are up at the library and the QR code is working great. Jacob reported they are touching base with E Jones for creative ways to expand funding. Utility Report: Ken reported the ponds are looking pretty good, and numbers are improving. Ken reported on the inspection with Jordan for wastewater, and we have things to improve. The water inspection with Sophia will be next week. Ken reported the chemical pump is working great. Ken reported he reached out to William/Reid over the 4th with problem and either the compressor or motor went bad, and over loaded the south blower, Ken is looking to have it completely service, because the village can't afford to have both go down. Ken stated the numbers at Specialty Cheese are looking better. Outdoor water meters were tabled for this year, and a survey will be taken to get public input. Streets and Alleys: Jacob Pacala reported the potholes on Washington St. were filled. The new truck we are still waiting on repairs, Dave got a price for the box for leaf collection from Midwest General for $10,300. The old red truck is for sale and will be sold as is, Jessica Becker offer the village $300, and the village accepted Jessica offer. Finance and Personnel Report: Clerk Update: Margaret gave the clerk-treasurer update, the week of July 15th - 19th I will be in school training, updated the board on the Gworks transition, asked about the handicap accessible ramp on the south side of the building with election coming soon, and informed the village board about concerns the bank had with 2 checks for deposit from community center and 1 personal check from the library for deposit. Water & Sewer Treasurer: Kasandra updated the board on her progress. A motion was made by Anna Volkova to approve a temporary picnic license for the Reeseville Corn Roast, the motion was seconded by Cheryl Goodrich, motion carried. A motion by Dave Snow to approve an operator license for Jessica Becker, the motion was seconded by Anna Volkova, motion carried. Public Health Welfare: Tabled the items. Community Center: Cheryl Goodrich gave the report. Dave Snow will get keys made at Beaver Lock & Key, and get a key to Ken (DPW). Future agenda items: Fire hydrant repairs, Police contract, Estimates for the new truck box enclosure for leaves, Specialty Cheese site plan permit next phase, notification for snow plow bidding. Cheryl Goodrich made a motion to pay the bills, the motion was seconded by Dave Snow, motion carried. Cheryl Goodrich made a motion to adjourn the meeting, the motion was seconded by Jacob Pacala, motion carried. Margaret Schmidt Clerk-Treasurer The minutes are not approved by the village board until the next month board meeting.