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JOINT MEETING BROWN DEER VILLAGE BOARD AND SCHOOL BOARD OF THE BROWN DEER SCHOOL DISTRICT COMMITTEE MEETINGMAY 20, 2026 MEETING MINUTESVIRTUAL MEETING BY COMPUTER & PHONEThe Joint Village Board/School Board Committee meeting was called to order by President Montgomery at 5:00 p.m.I.Roll CallPresent:Village President Wanda Montgomery, School District Superintendent Dr. Katrice Cotton, School Board President Dr. Todd Beadle, Village Trustee Jeff Woods, Village Manager Tyler Burkart and Village Clerk Caren BrustmannII.Persons Desiring to be HeardLinda Goehre on behalf of her mother Beverly Goehre, 8244 N. 55th Street, shared her mother’s concerns about her property near Beaver Creek and water flow issues. Ms. Goehre requested debris and large logs from the most recent flooding be removed. Dr. Cotton confirmed the school is aware of the situation and is committed to a cleanup effort.III.Consent AgendaA) Consideration of Joint Meeting Minutes of September 10, 2025B) Consideration of Joint Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2025It was moved by Dr. Beadle and seconded by Mr. Woods to approve the joint meeting minutes of September 10 and November 19, 2025, as presented. The motion carried unanimously.IV.Business ItemsA)Update on Production of Brown Deer MagazineMr. Burkart reported that the Brown Deer Magazine production is complete and will be distributed through postcards with QR codes. This will allow residents to access it digitally or pick up hard copies at designated locations.B) Update on Village Board VacancyMr. Burkart reported staff is accepting applications for a Village Trustee appointment to fill the one-year term left by Trustee Booker's passing. To date, four applications have been received with a May 25th deadline.C) Update on Village DevelopmentMr. Burkart provided updates on development projects to include Target's progress with vertical construction expected soon, Starbucks remaining on schedule for fall opening, and the recent opening of Ten Mile Park.D) Update on Future Capital ProjectsMr. Burkart reported on two capital improvement projects, including stormwater and sewer improvements in the Village and planned pedestrian safety enhancements to N. 60th Street near the school, which will be funded by a county grant and completed in 2028 or 2029. E) Discuss Timing on Referendum Items Dr. Cotton explained that the school district is still in the exploratory phase regarding a potential referendum and needs to review survey results. Mr. Burkart indicated he would hold off on the Police Department’s referendum, to avoid both referendums being placed on the same election ballot.F) Discuss Future Use of Old Algonquin Site Owned by School DistrictMr. Burkart discussed the future use of the old Algonquin site and offered to attend an upcoming school board meeting to discuss development opportunities with the School Board.G) 2026 Registration and Summer School UpdateDr. Cotton reported summer school taking place June 22 – July 22, Monday through Thursday. Summer school are half day sessions with breakfast and lunch opportunities.H) Upgraded Lighting: East side of the Middle/High School BuildingDr. Cotton reported the lighting had been upgraded along the east side of the middle/high school. Thelighting has brightened up the pathway as a safety precaution for students.I)Environmental: North Branch of the South Branch Creek CleanupDr. Cotton reiterated this area is being cleaned up from recent flooding debris and logs.J) 2026 Spring Election: Election of Officers Dr. Cotton reported Dr. Beadle and School Board Member Dorinthia Robinson were both re-elected for three-year terms to the School Board. Dr. Beadle will remain as President and Ms. Robinson will remain as the Vice President.J)Staffing UpdateDr. Cotton reported that Matt Russ is no longer an employee at the school district. The school district is also in the process of hiring a high school principal for the 2026-2027 school year.L) District Calendar: Upcoming Events and ActivitiesDr. Cotton reported the last day of school is June 10. High school graduation will take place on Saturday, June 13 at 1:00pm at the Novak Field House.V.Schedule Next MeetingThe next Joint Village/School Committee meeting will be on Wednesday, August 19, 2026, at 5:00pm virtually. The School District will chair the meeting. VI.AdjournmentIt was moved by President Montgomery to adjourn the meeting at 5:39p.m. The motion carried unanimously.s/ Caren Brustmann, Caren Brustmann, Village Clerk