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Village Board Minutes – May 18, 2026 Page 1 of 4 VILLAGE OF TWIN LAKES VILLAGE BOARD MEETING MINUTES May 18, 2026 – 6:30 p.m. Village Hall, 105 E. Main Street, Twin Lakes, WI Minutes are a record of actions taken by the body and are not a verbatim transcript. CALL TO ORDER / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE / ROLL CALL President Skinner called the meeting to order at 6:30 p.m., followed by the Pledge of Allegiance. Present: Trustees Barb Andres, Jim Baxa, Kevin Fitzgerald, Bob Livingston, Ken Perl, and President Howard Skinner Absent: Trustee Aaron Karow Also Present: Administrator Laura Jager, Police Chief Katie Hall, Fire Chief Ron Redlin, Clerk Sabrina Waswo APPROVAL OF VOUCHERS FOR PAYMENT: Skinner/Fitzgerald motion to approve Corporate Checking (including General Fund, Sanitation, Capital Projects-E/M, Sewer Utility, Lake Rehab, Sewer Hook-Up, Sewer Replacement, and Tax Account): 37649-37700, 1018-1039 Expenses – $791,532.80. Motion carried 6-0. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Skinner/Fitzgerald motion to approve the March 16, 2026 Regular Board Meeting Minutes, March 30, 2026 Special Board Meeting Minutes, April 6, 2026 Special Board Meeting Minutes, April 20, 2026 Regular Board Meeting Minutes, May 4, 2026 Special Board Meeting Minutes. Motion carried 6-0. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND QUESTIONS: Bryan Neal, 142 W. Park Dr., expressed concern regarding the timeliness of the minutes. OMNIBUS AGENDA 1. Motion to approve the Change of Agent application for 2BG Inc., d/b/a Twin Lakes Roadhouse, appointing Andrea Watson as agent. 2. Motion to approve Ordinance 2026-5-2 Amending Section 5.20 of the Twin Lakes Municipal Code Pertaining to Provisional Operator’s Licenses. 3. Motion to approve a Temporary Class “B” Beer license application submitted by the Twin Lakes American Legion Post 544 for the Sons of the American Legion Detachment 544 Cornhole Tournament to be held on June 6, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 4. Motion to approve a Change of Agent application for Kane’s Lakeside LLC, d/b/a Buoys, appointing Andrew Kane as agent. 5. Motion to approve Kane’s Lakeside LLC, d/b/a Buoys, request to amend its alcohol beverage licensed premises to include the parking lot on parcel 85-4-119-214-1307 for Baggo League tournaments on May 20; June 3 and 17; July 1, 15, and 29; August 12 and 26; September 9 and 23; and October 7 and 21. 6. Motion to approve Resolution R2026-5-1 Urging the State of Wisconsin to Provide Sustainable and Adequate Transportation Funding. 7. Motion to approve a quote from Century Fence for $7,762.00. 8. Motion to approve a Comprehensive Plan Update Proposal from Community Planning and Consulting LLC for $10,816. Skinner/Fitzgerald motion to approve the Omnibus Agenda as presented. Motion carried 6-0. PRESIDENT AND TRUSTEE REPORTS TRUSTEE BARB ANDRES - ADMINISTRATION, FINANCE, JUDICIARY, LICENSING Village Board Minutes – May 18, 2026 Page 2 of 4 Presentation by CLA (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP) regarding the 2025 audit findings. Amber Drewieske, Principal with CLA, presented the 2025 audit findings. The auditors issued a clear, unmodified opinion, meaning there were no material misstatements. The Village’s fund balance position is just over $3 million. The Village’s policy is to maintain an unassigned fund balance equal to 15% of expenditures. The Village also has $1.7 million in funds assigned by management for road projects and park renovations. While some communities maintain a higher fund balance policy of 25%, the Village’s 15% policy is reasonable because a significant amount of funds are already earmarked, which provides flexibility within the assigned fund balance. However, the Village has been using fund balance to balance the budget, and continuing to do so long term could reduce available assigned fund balance and limit future flexibility. The Debt Service Fund balance is $541,000 and is entirely restricted for future debt service. Additional Village funds reviewed included Park Dedication at $119,000, Lake Rehabilitation at $375,000, PCB Settlement at $17,000, Launch/Marina at $446,000, and Capital Projects at $106,000. Historically, the Capital Projects Fund has allowed the Village to set aside cash for capital projects; however, that fund balance is now fairly low, which may require the Village to look at other revenue sources for future projects. The Sewer Utility’s net position is approximately $15.99 million, with an unrestricted net position of approximately $2.94 million. The Sewer Utility had a surplus of approximately $411,000 in 2025, but there were no capital additions during the year. The Village should continue evaluating Sewer Utility needs and rates over a three to five year period, particularly for maintenance costs, so the Utility is not relying on borrowing for routine maintenance. Internal control findings were also reviewed. Historically, there had been findings related to preparation of the annual financial report and audit adjustments. The financial report preparation finding was removed due to A&O taking a larger role in the preparation process. The remaining finding relates to audit adjustments and is expected to be removed next year. No compliance issues were reported. The final report will include CLA’s report on internal control over financial reporting and compliance. It was noted that Village Administrator Jager, Clerk Waswo, and A&O do a good job with the Village’s finances, and that limiting the number of auditor-posted adjustments helps provide the Board with more accurate financial reporting. TRUSTEE AARON KAROW - BUILDING AND ZONING, PLAN COMMISSION, AND PUBLIC BUILDINGS April 2026 Building Permits: 38; Valuation: $2,733,612.09, Fees Collected: $28,700.78. TRUSTEE KEN PERL - POLICE, FIRE, LAKE CONTROL, PARKS AND BEACHES April 2026 Code Enforcement: Active Cases: 16, Closed Cases: 0 Discussion and possible action regarding the Fire Department Pay Scale. Chief Redlin explained the proposed step increase structure and the estimated 2026 fiscal impact of $16,303.24. The increase applies to 2026 only, and there is no increase to the Village budget because the cost is currently reimbursed by the Fire/Rescue organization. The proposed pay scale increases the base hiring rates and provides a one-year step increase after an employee successfully completes the probationary period. The purpose of the adjustment is to help the department remain competitive with surrounding departments while maintaining the Village’s long-term financial Village Board Minutes – May 18, 2026 Page 3 of 4 sustainability. The proposed rates place the department generally in the middle of comparable departments, and the Village’s benefit package remains a strong part of overall compensation. Trustee Fitzgerald stated that other departments have struggled with retention and that the proposed adjustment appeared reasonable to help the department stay competitive. He requested that the information be forwarded to the other municipalities involved so they are aware of the changes before the next contract discussion. Fitzgerald/Skinner motion to approve the new step increase for the EMS Department. Motion carried 6-0. Discussion and possible action regarding Ordinance 2026-5-1 Creating Chapter 8.90 of the Twin Lakes Code Pertaining to Outdoor Lighting. Trustees Livingston, Fitzgerald, and Baxa reported that they went out with the Police Department to observe the light meter readings. Trustee Fitzgerald still believed an outdoor lighting ordinance is needed, but expressed interest in working with a few property owners first to determine what corrective measures would be needed before the ordinance is adopted. He noted that the light meter appeared to be more lenient than expected, and that newer LED lights may not always have high lumen levels but can still create glare or shine differently. Trustee Livingston reported that, based on what he observed, some lights clearly need shielding. Nearby homes were being illuminated by unshielded lighting, and in many cases, the issue could be corrected by adding a shield. He also noted that lighting at Lance Park, including the flagpole area, should be reviewed and shielded as needed. He felt the Village has spent significant time reviewing the issue and that the ordinance should move forward. Trustee Baxa recommended shortening the compliance period, noting that complainants have already been dealing with glare issues for an extended period. He felt that 45 days would be more appropriate than 90 days. President Skinner stated that Trustee Karow had expressed a desire to feel more comfortable with the ordinance before adoption. He proposed postponing the item to allow for Trustee Karow’s input. Skinner had not yet observed the light meter readings but would be willing to do so. Trustee Fitzgerald was comfortable postponing the ordinance for two weeks and also supported a 45-day compliance period. Skinner/Perl motion to continue the item to the June 1, 2026 Committee of the Whole meeting. Motion carried 4-2, with Trustees Andres and Livingston voting no. Discussion and possible action regarding the Interoperable Radio Grant Program and radio upgrades for the Police Department. Chief Hall stated the Village was awarded the Interoperable Radio Grant Program award for Police Department radio upgrades. The State will reimburse approximately 80% of eligible project costs, up to the $50,000 grant limit, with the State’s share expected to be approximately $40,000. The grant must be accepted by June 8, 2026. After the quote expires, the price is expected to increase by 40%. The proposed upgrade includes dispatch radio equipment, squad radios, and portable radios for the Police Department and Water Patrol, with a total project cost of approximately $113,000. The upgrade would move the Village toward the WISCOM 800 interoperable radio system and improve communication with surrounding agencies. The Board discussed the number of radios, possible phasing, and grant requirements. The Board discussed funding options for the Village’s portion since the grant was not budgeted, including reviewing the vehicle/fleet budget, delaying a vehicle purchase, or using borrowed funds. It was noted that the Village Board Minutes – May 18, 2026 Page 4 of 4 Police Department fleet continues to have vehicle issues and that a truck ordered from the prior year’s budget has not yet been received. President Skinner noted that, based on the audit, the Village is in decent financial shape and that accepting a $40,000 grant for equipment the Village will eventually need appears beneficial. Trustee Baxa congratulated Chief Hall on receiving the award and asked about the duration of the quotes and whether additional reimbursement may be available for Water Patrol radios. Skinner/Andres motion to approve acceptance of the Interoperable Radio Grant Program award and radio upgrade project for the full amount presented. Motion carried 6-0. VILLAGE PRESIDENT HOWARD SKINNER Discussion and possible action regarding appointing Zack Weddig to the Library Board. President Skinner stated that he would abstain from voting on the appointment. Fitzgerald/Perl motion to appoint Zack Weddig to the Library Board. Motion carried 5-0, with President Skinner abstaining. ADJOURN Skinner/Andres motion to adjourn at 7:38 p.m. Motion carried 6-0.