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h 101 Alpine Parkway Oregon, WI 53575 | Phone: (608) 835-3118 | Fax: (608) 835-6503 oregonwi.gov | Find us on Facebook! Pursuant to Wis. Stat. § 19.84, notice is hereby given to the public by the Plan Commission Chairperson, that the following meeting will be held: Meeting: Plan Commission Date: Thursday, September 3, 2026 Location: Village Hall; 101 Alpine Parkway Time: 6:30 PM Board Room is located on the 2nd floor and accessible via stairs or elevator. f Note: Any person who has a qualifying disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act that requires the meeting or materials at the meeting to be in an accessible location or format must contact the Village Clerk at (608) 835-3118, 101 Alpine Parkway, Oregon, Wisconsin, at least twenty-four (24) hours prior to the commencement of the meeting so that any necessary arrangements can be made to accommodate each request. Notice is hereby given that a majority of the Village Board of the Village of Oregon may be present at the Plan Commission meeting to gather information about subjects over which they have decision-making responsibility. This constitutes a meeting of the Village Board of the Village of Oregon pursuant to state exrel. Badke V. Greendale Village Board., 173 Wis 2d 553, 494 N.W. 2d 408 (1993) and must be noticed as such although the Village Board will not take any formal action at this meeting. Approved 10/01/2026 Page 1 of 7 MEETING MINUTES 1) Call to Order. Chair Greg Schnelle called the Regular Planning Commission meeting to order at 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, September 03, 2026. 2) Roll Call. Present: Chair Greg Schnelle, John Bieno, Patrick Molzahn, Scott Meier, Phil Van Kampen, and Alternate Jennifer Nelson Absent: Eric Smithback (excused) and Matthew Pulda (excused) Also Present: Community Director Elise Cruz, Public Works Director Lauren Striegl, Public Works Civil Engineer Rich Koceja, Deputy Clerk Joy Hanson, and several members of the public. 3) Approval of Minutes. a) August 6, 2026 Bieno moved, seconded by Meier to approve the 08-06-2026 Planning Commission meeting minutes. Motion carried 6-0. Approved 10/01/2026 Page 2 of 7 4) Public Appearances. a) Community Input. This part of the agenda allows members of the public to provide information to the Planning Commission, including items both on and off the agenda. Under the Open Meetings Law, this agenda item allows the Commission to receive information, and to ask questions of a presenter to facilitate a better understanding of the information. Commission members may discuss procedural matters relating to the information, such as whether the information should be directed to staff or placed on a future Commission agenda. However, Commission members may not expand their discussion beyond such procedural matters. Fifteen (15) minutes will be provided for this item with a three (3) minute maximum per speaker; otherwise, the agenda will proceed as posted. For agenda items with a public hearing, the public will be invited to provide comment at that time. For the remainder of the agenda items, the Plan Commission will not invite public comment, but the public is welcome to observe and listen. The Plan Commission's scope includes review of plans in accordance with the Village's Comprehensive Plan and Zoning and Subdivision Chapters of the Municipal Code. Plan Commission recommendations are limited to compliance with applicable Village codes and consistency with the Comprehensive and other adopted plans. Factors such as impacts on property values or tax rates are policy matters that are best suited for elected officials on the Village Board to consider. (This note may or may not be read aloud at Commission meetings.) Christine Mancusi, 898 Fox Run Court. Mancusi expressed concerns regarding growth and proposed rezoning in the Village of Oregon, specifically referencing potential development near Foxboro and Featherwood Trails. She highlighted potential impacts on the community’s small-town character, municipal infrastructure costs, including pump house additions, green space, and property values. 5) Unfinished Business – None. 6) New Business (items are for discussion and / or potential action). a) Public hearing and consideration of a recommendation to the Village Board for a General Development Plan (GDP) for the proposed Featherwood Trails Neighborhood. Applicant: Veridian Homes Schnelle opened the public hearing at 6:39 p.m. 1. Staff and Consultant Report. Cruz reviewed the memo dated August 25, 2026 found in the packet. Appearing on behalf of Veridian Homes were Brian Munson, Dan Day, and Matt Brink. Kevin Wehner with KL Engineering was also present for this item. Approved 10/01/2026 Page 3 of 7 Bieno inquired about stormwater impacts related to the ridge running east to west across the property. Day provided a detailed explanation of the four onsite retention basins designed to manage stormwater. Bieno asked how the aesthetics of the stormwater basins will be handled. Day explained that native landscaping will be used to ensure an attractive appearance. Munson added that the central basin was intentionally located to allow the surrounding green space to serve as a community amenity. Molzahn inquired about basin capacity limits and potential runoff toward Lake Barney. Striegl explained that the stormwater captures requirements for the subdivision will mitigate runoff into Lake Barney, though existing lake levels remain a key factor. She noted that flooding at Lake Barney in the fall of 2018 resulted from heavy rainfall on historically high-water levels. While Lake Barney falls within Fitchburg’s jurisdiction, Striegl highlighted that future development along Cusic Parkway could provide additional stormwater detention space. Kevin Wehner (KL Engineering) reviewed the traffic study. Nelson asked if the intersection of Fish Hatchery and Netherwood Road were included in the traffic study. In response to Nelson, Wehner clarified that the Fish Hatchery Road and Netherwood Road intersection was outside the study’s scope, as primary traffic is projected to flow east and south; Striegl added that this intersection falls under Dane County’s jurisdiction. Molzahn asked about the logic behind the single southbound lane ending where Peterson Trail intersects with Netherwood. Day explained that if the neighbor to east ever decided to develop their property the road could be expanded. Meier asked about project phasing. Day referenced the map and explained that following Phase 1, subsequent phases will be driven by market demand. Approved 10/01/2026 Page 4 of 7 Schnelle inquired about the 31-foot lot dimensions. Munson confirmed lots sizes are 3,100 sq. ft. and alley-loaded, positioning garages at the rear (unless a request for an optional outdoor parking stall moves the garage forward). The development will offer a full spectrum of floor plans, featuring two-, three-, and four-bedroom homes featuring main floor living space with all bedrooms upstairs. Matt Brink added homes range from 1,500 to 1,700 sq. ft with lower-level expansion potential, and invited commissioners to tour a spec home in Greenview Preserves. Munson highlighted that smaller lot sizes lower entry-level homeownership costs. A brief discussion was held regarding the General Development Plan (GDP), which encompasses three distinct districts within the proposed subdivision. It was noted that the traditional front-loaded, single-family homes planned for the SR-5 district are identical to those previously approved in Greenview Preserve. Schnelle inquired about sewage capacity for the proposed development. Striegl explained that the Capital Area Regional Planning Commission (CARPC) meeting scheduled for next week will assess overall community capacity at the September 7th meeting. She noted that Veridian submitted projected outflow calculations with their application package, and Town & Country Engineering completed a sewer capacity analysis for the Village. Striegl encouraged interested parties to attend the CARPC hearing and stated the capacity report is available upon request. Bieno inquired about liability if a worst-case flooding event occurs at Lake Barney. Striegl explained that the development must meet all Village stormwater standards, which build upon Dane County requirements, with both Dane County and CARPC conducting reviews. Beyond standard requirements, CARPC is requiring analysis of two extreme scenarios: a 500-year storm and back-to-back 100-year storms. Striegl noted those protocols significantly reduce extreme risks. While acknowledging that an unprecedented event would overwhelm any system, she emphasized that the proposed management plan will improve surrounding conditions and ensure the development is well protected. Schnelle referenced the letter from the Town of Oregon added to the packet. 2. Open Public Hearing. Schnelle opened the public hearing at 6:39 p.m. (previously opened) 3. Public Comments The following residents spoke in opposition to Item 6(a)(1) consideration of a recommendation to the Village Board for a General Development Plan (GDP) for the proposed Featherwood Trails Neighborhood. Applicant: Veridian Homes Janet Ninneman, 773 South Main Street, Village of Oregon Kevin Kox, 1550 Woodvale Drive, Town of Oregon Arlan Kay, 5685 Lincoln Road, Town of Oregon Bob Dusek, 5365 West Netherwood Road, Town of Oregon Katie Nicholas, 5247 West Netherwood Road, Town of Oregon Maggie Del Pointe, 490 Peterson Trail, Village of Oregon Approved 10/01/2026 Page 5 of 7 The following residents registered in opposition to Item 6(a)(1) consideration of a recommendation to the Village Board for a General Development Plan (GDP) for the proposed Featherwood Trails Neighborhood. Applicant: Veridian Homes Brigid Patterson, 1540 Woodvale Drive, Town of Oregon Ryan Patterson, 1540 Woodvale Drive, Town of Oregon Tammy Johnson, 5463 Alan Drive, Town of Oregon Beth Whittemore, 5448 Alan Drive, Town of Oregon 4. Close Public Hearing. Schnelle closed the public hearing at 7:48 p.m. 5. Plan Commission discussion, deliberation, and possible action on recommendation to the Village Board for a General Development Plan (GDP) for the proposed Featherwood Trails Neighborhood There was a lengthy discussion about the approval process required prior to annexation into the Village, outlining the necessary next steps and final review by the Village Board. Bieno added that combining the annexation and project terms ensure full transparency, so both the Village and the developer know their exact rights and obligations before final approval. Schnelle questioned whether it is procedurally valid to make a recommendation to the Village Board for property not yet officially within Village boundaries. In addition, Molzahn inquired about the outcome if the Planning Commission takes no action at tonight’s meeting. Director Cruz explained that the item will still proceed to the Village Board, just without a formal recommendation. Molzahn expressed concerns regarding the appropriateness of this development for this site. Bieno moved, seconded by Van Kampen to recommend approval to the Village Board the General Development Plan (GDP) for the proposed Featherwood Trails Neighborhood. Motion carried 5-1 (Molzahn opposed). b) Review and possible approval of a Specific Implementation Plan (SIP) for the proposed Featherwood Trails Neighborhood. Applicant: Veridian Homes. Following a brief discussion regarding tabling the item, Director Cruz clarified that final approval for the SIP remains at the Planning Commission level. She noted that SIP approval governs character guidelines, including architectural standards, open spaces, landscaping, mailbox placement, phasing plans, HOA structure, and architectural control procedures. In addition, if this item is tabled, a specific date must be established for its continuation. Munson and Brink outlined the approval process for the GDP, Preliminary Plat, SIP, and Final Plat. Cruz’s inquiry regarding what additional details the Planning Commission needed to approve the SIP, Bieno stated that confirmation on traffic safety and stormwater management must be resolved first. Van Kampen reminded that item 5(b) regarding SIP approval must be postponed to a specific date and requested that the Planning Commission outline the additional information needed before the next meeting. Molzahn requested that questions raised by Village residents be answered, including specific engineering data regarding potential impacts on neighboring wells. Additionally, he requested further details from the traffic study, focusing on the Fish Approved 10/01/2026 Page 6 of 7 Hatchery and Netherwood intersection and Dane County’s long-term plan for that location. Bieno requested additional details regarding the proposed highway cross-section in front of the subdivision. Cruz added that the Village is preparing a response to specific questions from the Town of Oregon and will copy the Planning Commission on correspondence. Striegl shared that the upcoming CARPC meeting next week will address many of the outstanding stormwater questions and determine if CARPC requires additional information. POSTPONED - Bieno moved, seconded by Molzahn to postpone action on the Specific Implementation Plan (SIP) for the proposed Featherwood Trails Neighborhood to the October 1, 2026 Planning Commission meeting. Applicant: Veridian Homes. Motion carried 6-0. c) Review and possible recommendation to the Village Board for a Preliminary Plat for the proposed Featherwood Trails Neighborhood. Applicant: Veridian Homes. Dan Day with Veridian Homes appeared for this item. Day explained that the Preliminary Plat goes hand in hand with zoning approval. By postponing the SIP, the desired information will be provided before the project can move forward. However, delaying the Preliminary Plat will interfere with completing the property sale and next year’s timeline. Matt Brink acknowledged the validity of the public comments and noted that many of the concerns raised regarding SIP approval will likely be addressed at the upcoming CARPC meeting. He requested clarification on what specific information the Planning Commission needs for the Preliminary Plat, emphasizing that delaying approval would disrupt the development timeline. Munson added that the Preliminary Plat functions similarly to the GDP and that it is the broad playbook and will be followed up with a Final Plat. Bieno agreed that the Preliminary Plat and the GDP are closely tied, noting that while postponing action on the SIP makes sense, the Planning Commission should move forward with approving the Preliminary Plat. Molzahn shared that he will oppose the Preliminary Plat, questioning if this is the right density for this site. Bieno moved, seconded by Van Kampen to recommend approval to the Village Board the Preliminary Plat for the proposed Featherwood Trails Neighborhood. Applicant: Veridian Homes. Motion carried 5-1. (Molzahn opposed) d) Review and possible recommendation to the Village Board for a Transportation Project Plat for the planned CTH MM/Wolfe St. reconstruction project. Applicant: Village of Oregon. Van Kampen moved, seconded by Bieno to recommend approval to the Village Board the Transportation Project Plat for the planned CTH MM/Wolfe St. reconstruction project. Applicant: Village of Oregon. Motion carried 6-0. e) Review and possible recommendation to the Village Board for an Extra-territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Certified Survey Map (CSM) for property in the Town of Oregon. Applicant: Eileen Chang. Bieno moved, seconded by Meier to recommend approval to the Village Board the Approved 10/01/2026 Page 7 of 7 Extra-territorial Jurisdiction (ETJ) Certified Survey Map (CSM) for property in the Town of Oregon. Applicant: Eileen Chang. Motion carried 6-0. f) For discussion only- Continued conversation regarding proposed changes to Ch. 17 zoning code re: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Short-Term Rentals (STRs) Cruz explained that based on current Village housing diversity goals and the timeline of upcoming residential developments, a sudden housing influx is unlikely. She noted that the Village Board supports maintaining flexibility on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Short-Term Rentals (STRs). Regarding STRs (e.g., Airbnb), Cruz stated that while they should be encouraged in downtown districts, single-family residential zones could incorporate restrictions – specifically limiting rental to a 180-day annual cap and establishing frequency limited to minimize neighborhood turnover. During a discussion on STRs Molzahn inquired about the reason behind requiring the minimum consecutive days and the 180-day annual maximum. Cruz clarified that these specific standards are aligned with Wisconsin state statute, which balances STRs property rights while ensuring single-family neighborhoods relief from continuous year-round turnover. 7) Communications and Miscellaneous Business a) Status of Public and Private Developments/Projects. Striegl reviewed current street construction projects. b) Upcoming Plan Commission Meeting Dates: Thursday, October 1, 2026 and Thursday, November 5, 2026 Please note that the November Planning Commission meeting has been rescheduled to Thursday, November 12, 2026. c) Planning Staff Meeting agenda of August 6, 2026 No discussion. 8) Items for Future Meetings. 9) Adjournment. The Regular Planning Commission meeting was adjourned at 8:53 p.m. on Thursday, September 3, 2026. Submitted by, Joy Hanson Deputy Clerk