2026.09.22 VB Special Minutes Approved

Village of Somers Proceedings from the Regular Board September 22, 2026 Clerk Burnette called the meeting to order at 5:30 p.m. President Stoner was excused and the board nominated Trustee Aupperle to be Pro Tem President for this meeting. Present: Trustees Ben Harbach, Jack Aupperle , Joe Smith, Trustee Ostby and Trustee Jackie Nelson. President Stoner and Trustee Fredrick were excused. Also present: Administrator Jim Hurley, Clerk/Treasurer Wendy Burnette and Chief Andersen. Citizens’ Comments: Monte Griffin 561 11th place. Monty Griffin commented on the number of police calls in the area along Sheridan Road, including calls associated with lodging and the restaurant. He stated that residents have concerns about activity in the area in relation to the proposed development. Mr. Griffin also addressed stormwater runoff concerns on 11th Place. He described drainage conditions in the area, including a ravine and culvert system, and stated that stormwater from areas north of 11th Place flows onto his property before continuing toward Highway E. He referenced a previous discussion regarding Strand Associates reviewing the stormwater concerns and requested that the drainage conditions affecting his property also be reviewed. President and Trustee Comments: Trustee Harbach commented that, of the 103 requests for police services in August, over 40% were related to Walmart. He stated that he had understood that Walmart was taking steps to reduce the number of calls for service. Trustee Ostby discussed Trustee Fredrick’s resignation from the Board and stated that he and Jim had met with Scott to discuss whether anything could be done to change his decision. Trustee Ostby expressed his appreciation for Scott’s service as a trustee and for the value of his input with the Board. The process for filling the vacancy will be discussed at a future meeting. Trustee Ostby also discussed the resignation of Josh Fugate, who accepted a position with We Energies. He expressed his appreciation for Josh’s contributions to the Village and the impact he has had in his position. He stated that he hoped there would be an opportunity to retain Josh, although he acknowledged that this may be unlikely. Action on 13th Avenue Lift Station Rehabilitation Project in the amount not to exceed $240,500 Trustee Harbach moved to approve 13th Avenue Lift Station Rehabilitation Project in the amount not to exceed $240,500 Seconded by Trustee Smith Trustee Nelson asked which CIP was this in. Josh Fugate mentioned that this item was last year’s CIP. Motion carried. 5-0 vote Action on application for Special Event Permit from Eclectic LLC for event scheduled for October 3, 2026, from 11am-9 pm. Event to be held at J&M’s Bar and Grill, 8013 12th Street Trustee Harbach moved to approve application for Special Event Permit from Eclectic LLC for event scheduled for October 3, 2026, from 11am-9 pm. Event to be held at J&M’s Bar and Grill, 8013 12th Street. Seconded by Trustee Nelson Motion Carried. 5-0 vote 2027 Budget Presentation and Discussion Administrator Hurley presented the proposed 2027 budget to the board. Trustee Aupperle made a motion to Adjourn at 6:06pm Trustee Harbach moved to adjourn at 6:06pm. Seconded by Trustee Nelson Motion carried. 5-0 vote These minutes were approved by the Village Board on October 13, 2026. Wendy Burnette Clerk/Treasurer