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BROWN DEER VILLAGE BOARD MAY 4 , 202 6 MEETING MINUTES HELD AT THE BROWN DEER VILLAGE HALL 4800 WEST GREEN BROOK DRIVE The meeting was called to order by President Montgomery at 6:00pm. I. Roll Call Present: President Montgomery, Trustees Greaves, Johnson, Owens , Thompson and Woods Also Present : Village Attorney Nathan Bayer , Village Manager Tyler Burkart , Director of Public Works Matthew Maederer , Community Services Director Nate Piotrowski and Village Clerk Caren Brustmann II. Persons Desiring to be Heard Jim Farmer of 8041 N. Cedarburg Road expressed support for the annual maintenance contract of natural area sites, noting an area overrun with burdock. Mr. Farmer doesn ’t agree with the dollar amount proposed for the design and engineering contract of Community Square Park and expressed opposition towards the parking along Deerwood Drive. III. Elected Officials & Staff Reports No action was taken. IV. Special Presentation President Montgomery read a proclamation honoring Sylvia Gadaire, a 104-year-old resident, who has lived in the Village for 68 years and has impacted the lives of friends and community members for the better. V. Consent Agenda A ) Consideration of Minutes – May 4, 2026 B ) Consideration of Minutes – May 12, 2026 – Special Meeting C ) Accept April 2026 Voucher Statement D ) Consider Approval of the Contract Award to Vinton Construction Company for the N. 47th Street Culvert Replacement Project E ) Consider Approval of the Contract Renewal to C.W. Purpero for Annual Maintenance of Stormwater/Natural Area Sites F) Consider Approval for the Purchase of a New Kubota G ) Consider Approval of Cooperation Agreement with Milwaukee County for Community Development Activities for 2027-2029 H ) Consider Approval for an Exception to the Benefits Policy for a Limited Full Time Employee Position Ending 10/31/2027 Item F was removed from the consent agenda for staff to further review and will be brought back to the June 15 board meeting for approval. It was moved by Trustee Woods and seconded by Trustee Owens to approve the consent agenda with the removal of item F . The motion was carried unanimousl y . VI. New Business D) Consider Resolution No. 26-05 Declaring May 17, 2026- May 23, 2026 as National Public Works Week in the Village of Brown Deer This item was heard first on the agenda. Mr. Maederer stated the resolution will declare May 17 – May 23 as National Public Works Week in the Village and mentioned the Hoan Bridge will light up with orange and white lights this Wednesday evening to honor the week. It was moved by Trustee Owens and seconded by Trustee Johnson to approve resolution no. 26-05 declaring May 17 – May 23, 2026, as National Public Works Week in the Village of Brown Deer. The motion was carried unanimously by a roll call vote. A) Consider Approval of Contract with Damon Farber for Design and Engineering of Community Square Park Mr. Burkart introduced the process for the design and engineering phase of the project. Three proposals were received in mid-March with Damon Farber being recommended as the contractor. Samantha Farrell, Project Manager of Damon Farber, presented their collaborative approach to design, emphasizing community engagement and sustainability . The proposed timeline for the project includes community engagement and focus group meetings late June with the concept design completion nearing early November. Ms. Farrell also highlighted their experience with similar projects and expressed enthusiasm for collaborating with Brown Deer to create a community space that connects various areas of the village. It was moved by Trustee Greaves and seconded by Trustee Thompson to approve the contract with Damon Farber for design and engineering of Community Square Park. The motion was carried unanimously. B) Consider Approval of Compensation Plan for 8111 – 8330 N. Teutonia Avenue Address Change to N. Sherman Blvd Mr. Piotrowski stated a compensation plan for property owners affected by the street name changes from N. Teutonia Avenue to N . Sherman Boulevard was proposed, offering $100 for residential properties and $500 for businesses . If approved, compensation will be provided in December near completion of the construction project. It was moved by Trustee Thompson and seconded by Trustee Greaves to approve the compensation plan for 8111-8330 N. Teutonia Ave. address change to N. Sherman Blvd. The motion was carried unanimously. C) Consider Approval of a Lease with F Street Group for Parking Along Deerwood Drive Mr. Burkart noted previously the board approved a lease agreement for parallel parking within Village 43 property limits. F Street is requesting a reduced annual lease rate from $10,000 to $6,000, due to the parking not extending past their property as previously approved. A revised lease agreement is being presented for consideration. It was moved by Trustee Woods and seconded by Trustee Montgomery to approve the lease with F Street Group for parking along Deerwood Drive. The motion failed 3-3 with Trustees Johnson, Owens, and Greaves opposing. VII. Adjournment It was moved by President Montgomery to adjourn at 6: 52 p.m. Caren Brustmann Village Cler k