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Pardeeville Village Board Regular Meeting Pardeeville Village Hall – Board Room 114 Lake Street, Pardeeville, WI 53954 Call Meeting To Order: Pledge Of Allegiance Roll Call Approval Of Agenda Approval Of Minutes: April 1, 2026, Minutes 4.1.26 VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES.PDF April 15, 2026, Minutes 4.15.26 MINUTES.PDF Comments From The Floor Please be advised per State Statute Section 19.84(2), information will be received from the public. The comments made must remain respectful. The Chief Presiding Officer has the right to end an individual’s time should an individual become disrespectful. It is policy of the Village that each individual may receive up to two (2) minutes to speak. More time may be granted by the Chief Presiding Officer. There may be limited discussion on the information received, however, no action will be taken under Comments from the Floor. Communication & Reports Presentation Of Bills Monthly Bills Committee Meeting Reports Community Development Authority Finance & Administration Committee Plan Commission Public Service & Infrastructure Commission Senior Center Commission Old Business: Consider And Possible Action On The Following Items; Verizon Cell Tower Update Security Camera System For Village Property Utilities - 1,000 KVA New Business: Consider And Possible Action The Following Items; Special Event: Memorial Day Program Friends Of The Library - Free Little Library Fire District Lease - 501 Gillette St. Resolution R26-03 2026 Fee Schedule 2026-27 Crossing Guards 2026 Spring Large/Bulk Item Drop-Off Chandler Park Sports Court Basketball Court Repair Chandler Park Volleyball Court - Poles/Nets/Lights Highway And Transportation Grant Memorial Park - Portable Restroom 2017 Ambulance Sale 2024 Ambulance Bid Concrete Curb Repair Bid Requests For: 1) Main/Lafollette St - Fire Hydrant 2) Curb/Crosswalk Don/Lake Street GIS Subscription Renewal Mad Saw; Tree Trimming & Removal Service Painting Of The Utility Boxes - Community Event President Pro Term RFP- Law Firm Costco Or Sam's Club Membership Consideration Of Motion To Convene Into Closed Session Pursuant To Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(C) For Consideration Of Employment, Promotion, Compensation Or Performance Evaluation Data Of Any Public Employee Over Which The Governmental Body Has Jurisdiction Or Exercises Responsibility. Discuss job description, employment, and compensation matters related to the position of the Full Time DPW Operators, and Part Time Parks. Reconvene Into Open Session. Consider And Possible Action On The Following Items: Employment, Job Description, And Compensation Matters Related To The Position Of DPW Operator. Employment, Job Description, And Compensation Matters Related To The Position Of DPW Operator. Employment, Job Description, And Compensation Matters Related To The Position Of Part Time Parks Position. Adjournment For more details on reports and agenda items, please see the packet on the website: villageofpardeeville.net The Village Hall is fully accessible. If you require additional assistance, please contact the Village Office (Phone 608-429-3121) 48 hours prior to the meeting. This is a public meeting. As such, all members or a majority of the members of any given Village Committee, Commission, or Board may be in attendance. While a majority of any given group may be present, only the above Board will take official action based on the above agenda. 1. 1.I. 1.II. 1.III. 2. 2.I. Documents: 2.I.i. Documents: 3. 4. 5. 5.I. 6. 6.I. 6.II. 6.III. 6.IV. 6.V. 7. 7.I. 7.II. 7.III. 8. 8.I. 8.II. 8.III. 8.IV. 8.V. 8.VI. 8.VII. 8.VIII. 8.IX. 8.X. 8.XI. 8.XII. 8.XIII. 8.XIV. 8.XV. 8.XVI. 8.XVII. 8.XVIII. 8.XIX. 8.XX. 8.XXI. 8.XXI.i. 8.XXI.ii. 8.XXI.iii. 9. Pardeeville Village Board Regular Meeting Pardeeville Village Hall – Board Room 114 Lake Street, Pardeeville, WI 53954 Call Meeting To Order: Pledge Of Allegiance Roll Call Approval Of Agenda Approval Of Minutes: April 1, 2026, Minutes 4.1.26 VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES.PDF April 15, 2026, Minutes 4.15.26 MINUTES.PDF Comments From The Floor Please be advised per State Statute Section 19.84(2), information will be received from the public. The comments made must remain respectful. The Chief Presiding Officer has the right to end an individual’s time should an individual become disrespectful. It is policy of the Village that each individual may receive up to two (2) minutes to speak. More time may be granted by the Chief Presiding Officer. There may be limited discussion on the information received, however, no action will be taken under Comments from the Floor. Communication & Reports Presentation Of Bills Monthly Bills Committee Meeting Reports Community Development Authority Finance & Administration Committee Plan Commission Public Service & Infrastructure Commission Senior Center Commission Old Business: Consider And Possible Action On The Following Items; Verizon Cell Tower Update Security Camera System For Village Property Utilities - 1,000 KVA New Business: Consider And Possible Action The Following Items; Special Event: Memorial Day Program Friends Of The Library - Free Little Library Fire District Lease - 501 Gillette St. Resolution R26-03 2026 Fee Schedule 2026-27 Crossing Guards 2026 Spring Large/Bulk Item Drop-Off Chandler Park Sports Court Basketball Court Repair Chandler Park Volleyball Court - Poles/Nets/Lights Highway And Transportation Grant Memorial Park - Portable Restroom 2017 Ambulance Sale 2024 Ambulance Bid Concrete Curb Repair Bid Requests For: 1) Main/Lafollette St - Fire Hydrant 2) Curb/Crosswalk Don/Lake Street GIS Subscription Renewal Mad Saw; Tree Trimming & Removal Service Painting Of The Utility Boxes - Community Event President Pro Term RFP- Law Firm Costco Or Sam's Club Membership Consideration Of Motion To Convene Into Closed Session Pursuant To Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(C) For Consideration Of Employment, Promotion, Compensation Or Performance Evaluation Data Of Any Public Employee Over Which The Governmental Body Has Jurisdiction Or Exercises Responsibility. Discuss job description, employment, and compensation matters related to the position of the Full Time DPW Operators, and Part Time Parks. Reconvene Into Open Session. Consider And Possible Action On The Following Items: Employment, Job Description, And Compensation Matters Related To The Position Of DPW Operator. Employment, Job Description, And Compensation Matters Related To The Position Of DPW Operator. Employment, Job Description, And Compensation Matters Related To The Position Of Part Time Parks Position. Adjournment For more details on reports and agenda items, please see the packet on the website: villageofpardeeville.net The Village Hall is fully accessible. If you require additional assistance, please contact the Village Office (Phone 608-429-3121) 48 hours prior to the meeting. This is a public meeting. As such, all members or a majority of the members of any given Village Committee, Commission, or Board may be in attendance. While a majority of any given group may be present, only the above Board will take official action based on the above agenda. 1. 1.I. 1.II. 1.III. 2. 2.I. Documents: 2.I.i. Documents: 3. 4. 5. 5.I. 6. 6.I. 6.II. 6.III. 6.IV. 6.V. 7. 7.I. 7.II. 7.III. 8. 8.I. 8.II. 8.III. 8.IV. 8.V. 8.VI. 8.VII. 8.VIII. 8.IX. 8.X. 8.XI. 8.XII. 8.XIII. 8.XIV. 8.XV. 8.XVI. 8.XVII. 8.XVIII. 8.XIX. 8.XX. 8.XXI. 8.XXI.i. 8.XXI.ii. 8.XXI.iii. 9. Pardeeville Village Board Regular Meeting Pardeeville Village Hall – Board Room 114 Lake Street, Pardeeville, WI 53954 Call Meeting To Order: Pledge Of Allegiance Roll Call Approval Of Agenda Approval Of Minutes: April 1, 2026, Minutes 4.1.26 VILLAGE BOARD MINUTES.PDF April 15, 2026, Minutes 4.15.26 MINUTES.PDF Comments From The Floor Please be advised per State Statute Section 19.84(2), information will be received from the public. The comments made must remain respectful. The Chief Presiding Officer has the right to end an individual’s time should an individual become disrespectful. It is policy of the Village that each individual may receive up to two (2) minutes to speak. More time may be granted by the Chief Presiding Officer. There may be limited discussion on the information received, however, no action will be taken under Comments from the Floor. Communication & Reports Presentation Of Bills Monthly Bills Committee Meeting Reports Community Development Authority Finance & Administration Committee Plan Commission Public Service & Infrastructure Commission Senior Center Commission Old Business: Consider And Possible Action On The Following Items; Verizon Cell Tower Update Security Camera System For Village Property Utilities - 1,000 KVA New Business: Consider And Possible Action The Following Items; Special Event: Memorial Day Program Friends Of The Library - Free Little Library Fire District Lease - 501 Gillette St. Resolution R26-03 2026 Fee Schedule 2026-27 Crossing Guards 2026 Spring Large/Bulk Item Drop-Off Chandler Park Sports Court Basketball Court Repair Chandler Park Volleyball Court - Poles/Nets/Lights Highway And Transportation Grant Memorial Park - Portable Restroom 2017 Ambulance Sale 2024 Ambulance Bid Concrete Curb Repair Bid Requests For: 1) Main/Lafollette St - Fire Hydrant 2) Curb/Crosswalk Don/Lake Street GIS Subscription Renewal Mad Saw; Tree Trimming & Removal Service Painting Of The Utility Boxes - Community Event President Pro Term RFP- Law Firm Costco Or Sam's Club Membership Consideration Of Motion To Convene Into Closed Session Pursuant To Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(C) For Consideration Of Employment, Promotion, Compensation Or Performance Evaluation Data Of Any Public Employee Over Which The Governmental Body Has Jurisdiction Or Exercises Responsibility. Discuss job description, employment, and compensation matters related to the position of the Full Time DPW Operators, and Part Time Parks. Reconvene Into Open Session. Consider And Possible Action On The Following Items: Employment, Job Description, And Compensation Matters Related To The Position Of DPW Operator. Employment, Job Description, And Compensation Matters Related To The Position Of DPW Operator. Employment, Job Description, And Compensation Matters Related To The Position Of Part Time Parks Position. Adjournment For more details on reports and agenda items, please see the packet on the website: villageofpardeeville.net The Village Hall is fully accessible. If you require additional assistance, please contact the Village Office (Phone 608-429-3121) 48 hours prior to the meeting. This is a public meeting. As such, all members or a majority of the members of any given Village Committee, Commission, or Board may be in attendance. While a majority of any given group may be present, only the above Board will take official action based on the above agenda. 1. 1.I. 1.II. 1.III. 2. 2.I. Documents: 2.I.i. Documents: 3. 4. 5. 5.I. 6. 6.I. 6.II. 6.III. 6.IV. 6.V. 7. 7.I. 7.II. 7.III. 8. 8.I. 8.II. 8.III. 8.IV. 8.V. 8.VI. 8.VII. 8.VIII. 8.IX. 8.X. 8.XI. 8.XII. 8.XIII. 8.XIV. 8.XV. 8.XVI. 8.XVII. 8.XVIII. 8.XIX. 8.XX. 8.XXI. 8.XXI.i. 8.XXI.ii. 8.XXI.iii. 9. OFFICIAL MINUTES - DRAFT Pardeeville Village Board Regular Meeting Pardeeville Village Hall – Board Room 114 Lake Street, Pardeeville, WI 53954 Wednesday, April 1, 2026 – 6:00 PM 1. Call meeting to order: President Engelmann called meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. 1.1. Pledge of Allegiance President Engelmann led the Pledge of Allegiance 1.2. Roll Call Present: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski Absent: None Staff: Finance Director/Treasurer – Julie Reis, Village Clerk – Kim Bradley, Public Works Foreman – Beau Ziehan Village Contractors: Joe DeYoung – MSA, Dave Magnussen – Muni Opps LC, 1.3. Approval of Agenda Trustee Kocher made a motion to move agenda item 9.1 to right after the public hearing. Seconded by Trustee Babcock. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 2. Approval of Minutes – March 4, 2026 Trustee Miller moved to approve the March 4, 2026 meeting minutes. Second, by Trustee Kocher. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 3. Public Hearings: 3.1. 6:00 pm – Schneider St. & Herwig Dr. Reconstruction Project, Village of Pardeeville Joe DeYoung shared a presentation on the reconstruction of Schneider St. & Herwig Dr. along with the addition of sidewalks. Along with information on information on special assessments and bids. Joe spoke on how hard of a decision it was for the board to agree to put sidewalks in, and went over the current schedule. Jenelle Pennigton 510 Herwig Dr. - shared that she bought her house 30 years ago due to not having sidewalks. She Page 2 of 10 mentioned that when people walk on Herwig Dr. they’re choosing to walk on road without sidewalks. And that there is no need for sidewalks. She shared she just replaced her sidewalk 4 years ago, and there’s no need to do it now. Carla Gerhardt – 505 Herwig Dr. – Questioned the reasoning for doing sidewalk. Joe shared that due to the reconstruction it was the standard established by the community. President Engelmann shared about there being uniformity in the community. Carla shared that 56% of the Village does not have sidewalks. Additionally 24% of that only had sidewalks on one side of the road. Bill Powell – 415 Herwig Dr.- Submitted paperwork for public record stating 90% of the neighborhood don’t want sidewalks. Bill asked the audience for a hand vote of who doesn’t want a sidewalk. Spoke on the cost of living going up. Along with the cost of taxes going up. President Engelmann spoke that the Village taxes went down this year, it was the schools taxes that raised taxes. Angie Berry - 101 & 106 Schneider St. – Bought house over 30 years ago without sidewalks. Discussed neighbors needing to live on a fixed income. Questioned about a tree on the property being removed, and if she would be charged for that removal. Joe explained that tree removal is not being assessed. Nathan Wendel - 508 Herwig Dr. – Spoke on the financial impact to himself. Shared that he is not for the sidewalk. Spoke on making a bike lane instead of putting in a sidewalk similar to La Follette. Requested that he be able to hire his own contractor to install the sidewalk. Kimberly Foye - 105 Schneider St. – Shared they bought their home because there was no sidewalk. That moving north was the point of getting away from sidewalks. Samantha Zimmer - 118 Herwig– Shared she lives on a corner lot and would rather have people walk on her yard. Spoke on planting a tree last year and her garden would need to be relocated. She shared she lives on a fixed income and not being able to afford the assessment. Joe DeYoung shared that the Village can work in a 66 ft area. The Village will not replace landscaping. Along with corner lots the policy is that the homeowner covers the larger side, and the Village pays the other side. Also, the Village can adjust the payment timeframe. Carol Shogren - 410 Herwig Dr. – Spoke on having 3 trees be tied. One tree is a linden tree that is a pollinator, and bees need these trees. Why prioritize sidewalks over trees? Stating that the trees can’t be replaced in her lifetime. House was built in 1976, and the road came in 2001. She spoke on the sidewalk right up to her house. Is there enough traffic to warrant the sidewalk? Do we care if the sidewalks and streets are uniform in the Village? Dave Shogren - 410 Herwig Dr. – Understands that the street is bad, but is against the sidewalk. Asks to just take the sidewalks out of it. Nicole Bronson - 515 Herwig Dr. – Family disagrees with the sidewalks, and it will eliminate the space for them to play. Nobody is ok with this. States the Village is going to destroy the land. That the family is the lands care taker, and the village doesn’t get to decide to destroy it. Questioned if the board would like to see the funds in her back account? Limited funds to use in day to day life. Spoke on having ancestors on this, and there’s karma with tearing up the land. Linda - 514 Herwig Dr – Purchased home 49 years ago and loves the way it is, and asks for no sidewalks. Dan Haberkorn - 406 W. La Follette – questioned how he got roped into it. Joe responded due to connectivity. Page 3 of 10 Jen Deford - 507 Herwig – Spoke on walking everyday in road and it is fine. Spoke on not being able to afford it. They were ok not having sidewalks when they bought the home. Joe spoke on safety. Robert - 512 Herwig Dr. -Spoke on what the people of Pardeeville wants. That it is the board’s job to listen to the community, and what the people want vs. what the policy is. Trustee Nakielski moved to approve to close the public hearing at 7:06 Second, by Trustee Kopfhamer. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 4. Comments from the Floor - (Please be advised per State Statute Section 19.84(2), information will be received from the public. The comments made must remain respectful. The Chief Presiding Officer has the right to end an individual’s time should an individual become disrespectful. It is policy of the Village that each individual may receive up to two (2) minutes to speak. More time may be granted by the Chief Presiding Officer. T here may be limited discussion on the information received, however, no action will be taken under Comments from the Floor). Comments from the floor: Explanation that currently there are no special assessments for sidewalks . General discussion with audience on the sidewalks. 5. Communication & Reports: 5.1. Angie Cox Library Report – Newsletter included in packet 5.2. Portage EMS Report – Representative Troy. from Portage EMS presented the EMS report. 5.3. Pardeeville Fire District Report – Fire call report forwarded to trustees and included in packet. It was shared that the 2% due audit failed. President Engelmann shared information on the process of failing 2% due audit. Tom Steele requested for that information to be repeated due not being able to hear. President Engelmann repeated the statement. Tom Steele questioned who she heard that information from. President Engelmann stated Trustee Kocher as he was at the audit. No further discussion. 5.4. Sheriff Monthly Report – Sargeant Austin-Nash provided the Columbia County Sheriff’s report. 5.5. Public Works Report – DPW Foreman Beau Ziehan provided the public works report. Dave Magnussen also provided an update on behalf of Public Works/Utilities 5.6. Clerk Report – Village Clerk Kim Bradley provided the clerk report. 5.7. Treasurer Report – Finance Director/Treasurer Julie Reis provided the treasurer report. 6. Presentation of Bills: 6.1. Monthly Bills Trustee Kopfhamer moved to approve the monthly bills. Second, by Trustee Kocher. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Miller, Nakielski, Kopfhamer (7) Page 4 of 10 No: (0) Abstain: (0) 7. Committee Meeting Report: 7.1. Community Development Authority – No Update 7.2. Finance & Administration Committee – No Update 7.3. Plan Commission – No Update 7.4. Public Service & Infrastructure Commission – No Update 7.5. Senior Center Commission – Trustee Kocher provided an update on the Senior Center. 8. Old Business: Consider and Possible Action on the following items 8.1. Verizon Cell Tower Agreement President Engelmann provided an update. No action taken. 8.2. Security Camera System for Village Property President Engelmann provided an update. No action taken. 8.3. Utilities – 1,000 KVA President Engelmann provided an update. No action taken. 9. New Business: Consider and Possible Action on the following items; 9.1. Moved Vote to after 3.1 public hearing: Resolution R26-02 – Resolution Authorizing Public Improvement and Levying Special Assessments Against Benefited Property In The Village of Pardeeville, Wisconsin The Village board held a discussion on the assessment. Trustee Babcock moved to accept the inclusion Schneider/Herwig project resolution #2 as presented with an extension of the finance option from 3 years to pay to 5 years to pay. Second, by President Engelmann. Further discussion was had by the board and Joe DeYoung. Trustee Kocher requested clarification on the motion. Trustee Babcock and President Engelmann clarified the motion. Roll Call Vote. Motion Passed 4-3-0 Yes: Kocher, Babcock, Engelmann, Kopfhamer, (4) No: Chapman, Miller, Nakielski (3) Abstain: (0) Joe thanks the board and community for their time. A community member in the audience questions what the vote was for. Random conversations take place. Trustee Kocher explains he didn’t understand the vote and board members request a re-vote. Page 5 of 10 Roll Call Vote. Motion failed 3-4-0 Yes: Babcock, Engelmann, Kopfhamer, (3) No: Chapman, Kocher, Miller, Nakielski (4) Abstain: (0) Trustee Kopfhamer made a motion to halt the road project until a clear policy is set in place. Second By, no one. Joe DeYoung explained the board’s options now that the vote failed. Further discussion was had. Trustee Kopfhamer rescinded his motion. 9.2. Columbia County Humane Society Contract Mae Friederich the CCHS office manager was in attendance. Spoke on the contract with CCHS. Trustee Babcock made a motion to approve the contract with CCHS. With the following answers: question #6 is yes to have animals be picked up. Question #8 yes, that the village of Pardeeville to be notified of a stray to be picked up. Answer is yes. Question #9 is also yes. Second, by Trustee Kopfhamer. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.3. Storm Drain Murals President Engelmann spoke about the project. President Englemann moved to accept the Storm Drain Murals. Second, by Trustee Kopfhamer. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.4. PLMD – Handicap Pier Bid Approval President Engelmann provided an update on the project and the bid. PLMD will re-imburse the Village. President Engelmann moved to accept the Handicap Pier Bid. Second, by Trustee Kocher. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.5. Senior Center – Krus Fire & Safety; Fire Alarm Inspection (Village Building Maintenance Fund) Page 6 of 10 Trustee Kocher gave an update on the inspection. Trustee Babcocl moved to accept the Inspection fee to be covered by the Village of Pardeeville’s Building Maintenance Fund. Second, by Trustee Nakielski. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.6. Senior Center - Big Fish Plumbing; Replacement Toilet (Donation Fund) Trustee Babcock provided information on Big Fish Plumbing and the replacement of a toilet. Trustee Kopfhamer moved to accept the Columbia County Humane Society Contract. Second, by Trustee Nakielski. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.7. Overages of Senior Center Bids – Donation Account President Engelmann provided an update on the overage. Trustee Kopfhamer moved to approve overages of $285.95 to Lodi Glass, and $296.00 for Jam’s Painting. Second, by Trustee Kocher. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.8. Ambulance Bid President Engelmann provided an update on the final bid, and what Wisconsin Surplus did or didn’t do on behalf of the advertising the ambulance. Discussion was had on selling both ambulances to brokers. Trustee Kopfhamer spoke on Ryan Bros. being interested in the 2017. President Engelmann moved to decline the bid of $151,000. Second, by Trustee Chapman. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) Discussion on re-listing and using email addresses to market. President Engelmann moved to approve re-listing the 2024 ambulance with Wisconsin Surplus with a minimum bid of $250,000. Second, by Trustee Chapman. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) Page 7 of 10 No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.9. 501 Gillette St. – Conference Room Rental President Engelmann spoke on the two rentals. Glen Fischer spoke on wanting to extend his contract for a year. Trustee Babcock moved to accept Glen’s extension for a year at the same rate. Second, by Trustee Nakielski. Voice Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Further discussion – Glen offered to mow the lawn. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) President Englemann spoke on Sarah and Candace desire to rent the conference room for 1 year for their e-bay store. Along with working with them to sell items that are currently in the EMS building. Rent at $1,000 per month. Question was asked if they were insured, and it was acknowledged that they are. President Engelmann moved to approve a contract with Sarah and Candace to rent the conference room at 501 Gillette st. for $1000 per month for one year. Second, by Trustee Babcock. Voice Vote. Motion carried 6-1-0 Yes: Babcock, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: Chapman (1) Abstain: (0) President Engelmann moved to approve a contract with Sarah and Candace to sell the unused items at 501 Gillette st. with 10% commission on sales if agreed to. Second, by Trustee Babcock. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.10. Chandler Park – PACE Pickelball Court President Engelmann provided an updated on behalf of Steve Watson. They may need to borrow $5,000 from the park fee. They would like to get the ball moving on this. We would pay for and they would reimburse the Village for it. Trustee Kopfhamer moved to approve the PACE Pickelball Court. Second, by President Engelamann. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Yes: Babcock, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: Chapman (1) Page 8 of 10 Abstain: (0) 9.11. Part-Time DPW Posting President Engelmann provided an update on the posting along with candidates that interviewed that would be a good fit. Trustee Kopfhamer provided thoughts on assigning this role to just parks. Trustee Kopfhamer moved to approve a part time position for parks. Second, by Trustee Chapman. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.12. Yard Waste Site – Contractor Usage President Engelmann provided an update on a local contractor dumping there or at Heaps. Further discussion by the board. Trustee Chapman moved to deny contractor use and keep it residential use. Second, by Trustee Kopfhamer. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Further discussion was had that this was already voted on at a prior meeting. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.13. Heap’s Dump Site – Yearly Agreement & Payment President Engelmann asked Trustee Chapman if she spoke to Tom Heaps about the contract. If he is ok with the same contract and $500. Trustee Chapman texted him to verify. President Engelmann moved to approve the yearly agreement and $500 if Tom Heap’s agrees. Second, by Trustee Nakielski. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.14. DPW – Pay Step President Engelmann spoke that this idea from Dave Magnussen. The board had further discussion. This scale is only for DPW part of the handbook. President Engelmann moved to approve additional steps to handbook for DPW pay. Second, by Trustee Page 9 of 10 Nakielski. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.15. DPW – Training Agreement President Engelmann explained the training agreement for DPW based on Dave Magnussen’s suggestion. President Engelmann spoke on this idea from Dave Magnussen. The board had further discussion. President Engelmann moved to approve the DPW training agreement. Second, by Trustee Chapman. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.16. ARC Flash with PSE President Engelmann explained the ARC Flash with PSE. It was questioned about how the study would be paid for. Finance Director provided that it could be apart of the project based on the email from Heather. Trustee Kopfhamer moved to approve the ARC Flash with PSE. Second, by Trustee Miller. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 9.17. Sale of Heart Monitor President Engelmann explained the potential sale of the heart monitor to Portage EMS for $35,000. Trustee Babcock moved to approve the sale of the heart monitor to Portage EMS for $35,000. Second, by Trustee Miller. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: (0) Abstain: (0) President Engelmann moved to approve that once the sale goes through the $35,000 goes towards the loan. Second, by Trustee Chapman. Voice Vote. Motion carried 7-0-0 Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (6) No: (0) Abstain: (0) Page 10 of 10 10. Adjournment Motion to adjourn at 9:15 p.m. by President Engelmann, Second by Trustee Kopfhamer. Angela Engelmann, Village President Board Members: Michael Babcock, Kristie Chapman, Angela Engelmann, Fred Kocher, Justin Kopfhamer, Lloyd Miller, Tom Nakielski For more details on reports and agenda items, please see the packet on the website: villageofpardeeville.net The Village Hall is fully accessible. If you require additional assistance, please contact the Village Office (Phone 608-429-3121) 48 hours prior to the meeting. This is a public meeting. As such, all members or a majority of the members of any given Village Committee, Commissi on, or Board may be in attendance. While a majority of any given group may be present, only the above Board w ill take official action based on the above agenda. OFFICIAL M INUTES - DRAFT Pardeeville Village Board Regular Meeting Pardeeville Village Hall – Board Room 114 Lake Street , Pardeeville, WI 5 3954 Wednesday , April 15 , 202 6 – 6 :00 P M 1. Call meeting to o rd e r: President Engelmann called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm. 1.1. P le d g e o f A lle g ia n c e P re s id e n t E n g le m a n n le d th e P le d g e o f A lle g ia n c e 1.2. R o ll C a ll P re s e n t: B a b c o c k , E n g e lm a n n , K o c h e r, K o p fh a m e r, M ille r, N a k ie ls k i C a ll-In : C h a p m a n A b s e n t: N o n e S ta ff: F in a n c e D ire c to r/T re a s u re r J u lie R e is , V illa g e C le rk K im B ra d le y , E x p la n a tio n o f v o tin g in p rio r m e e tin g a n d re -d o in g th e v o te th is e v e n in g . 1.3. A p p ro v a l o f A g e n d a T ru s te e K o p fh m a e r m o v e d to a p p ro v e th e a g e n d a . S e c o n d e d b y T ru s te e M ille r. V o ic e V o te . M o tio n c a rrie d u n a n im o u s ly . Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 2. Approval of Minutes – None. 3. Comment s from the Floor - (Please be advised per State Statute Section 19.84(2), information will be received from the public. The comments made must remain respectful. The Chief Presiding Officer has the right to end an individual ’s time should an individual become disrespectful. It is policy of the Village that each individual may receive up to two (2) minutes to speak. More time may be granted by the Chief Presiding Officer. T here may be limited discussion on the information received, however, no action will be taken under Comments from the Floor ). President Engelmann presented that she spoke with Sheila Blum with League of Municipalities in regards to insurance. Also spoke to Shandra S. with the assessor that assessments will not adjust due to sidewalks. Also talked about why there is no grant available. President Engelmann spoke further on sidewalk insurance, safety, and Supreme Court laws. Discussion on ADA compliance and statues. Angie Berry – 101 Schneider St. – Spoke on the board being against the homeowners. Purchased her home 30 years ago without sidewalks, and still does not want sidewalks. John Kiermas - 309 Herwig Dr. – Spoke against wanting/needing sidewalks. Haley Pulver – Spoke on her daughter in a wheelchair , and younger siblings that would utilize sidewalks. Page 2 of 6 Along with the extension of Doug O ’hare way and sidewalks going in with that addition. Lulu 414 Herwig Dr – Questioned who benefits from the sidewalk. Vicki Stebbins – Shared that no one walks u p and down the street. Spoke on the cost of living and the burden of money to put on people. Lucas 505 Herwig – Spoke on the March 4 th meeting and the sidewalk. That the last meeting was a vote for special assessing. Carol S. 410 Herwig Dr. – Spoke on homeowners being fired up, and disappointed that they ’re not being heard. Nathan Wendel 508 Herwig Dr. – Spoke on having 4 kids that are socially/emotionally impaired. That not having the sidewalk provides a visual boundary for them. He also questioned if there was a study for traffic. Would also like to see homeowners have the ability to contract their own sidewalks. Robert Cu pp – 512 Herwig Drive – Spoke on the current road lasting 50 years. Sarah Killoran 105 – Spoke on the need for sidewalks. Reminded residents that it is a board decision, not an individuals decision. (constant interruptions from other attendees) Janessa Fisher 411 Herwig Dr – Spoke on having kids and feeling the roads are safe for her kids to ride their bikes around the block. And the financial burden this will place on homeowners. Bill Powell 415 Herwig Dr. – Questioned why there wasn ’t a survey to the homeowners about the sidewalks. Kimberly Foye 105 Schneider St. – Also spoke against wanting sidewalks. 4. New Business : 4.1. Motion to reconsider vote taken at the last meeting concerning the sidewalk special assessment . Joe DeYoung spoke on the public informational meeting. Along with the board understanding that the board has time to ask questions so they ’re all on the same board. Trustee Babcock asked for clarification on the vote. Joe DeYoung explained the votes, and what is being voted on today. President Engelmann asked about uniformity and potentially causing issues in the future with road installs and upgrades. President Engelmann moved to reconsider vote taken at the last meeting concerning the sidewalk special assessment. Second, by Trustee Kopfhamer . Roll Call Vote. Motion carried unanimously. Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0) 4.2. Consider and possible action: Resolution R26-02 – Resolution Authorizing Public Improvement and Levying Special Assessments Against Benefited Property In The Village of Pardeeville, Wisconsin Page 3 of 6 President Engelmann moved to accept the Resolution R26-02 – Resolution Authorizing Public Improvement and Levying 50% of the Special Assessment Against Benefited Property In The Village of Pardeeville, Wisconsin , and 50% to the Village of Pardeeville. This is with a 1% increase in cost, with up to 5 years to pay, and first payment due by November 1, 2027, then moved to tax roll. Second, by Trustee Babcock . Roll Call Vote . Motion carried 4-3 . Yes: Babcock, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, ( 4 ) No: Chapman , Nakielski , Miller ( 3 ) Abstain: (0) 4.3. D is c u s s io n a n d P o s s ib le A c tio n : A w a rd C o n tra c t o f S c h n e id e r S t. a n d H e rw ig D r. R e c o n s tru c tio n Joe DeYoung explained the bids, and that the low bid is for Kopplin & Kinas Co. Inc for $680,626.66. He further explained that came in under the estimated cost which will potentially lower the assessment for sidewalks. President Engelmann moved to A w a rd C o n tra c t o f S c h n e id e r S t. a n d H e rw ig D r. R e c o n s tru c tio n to th e lo w b id o f K o p p lin & K in a s C o . Inc. for $680,626.66. Second, by Trustee Babcock. Roll Call Vote . Motion carried 5-2 . Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller ( 5 ) No: Nakielski , Chapman ( 2 ) Abstain: (0) 4.4. Consideration of Motion to convene into closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) for consideration of employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility – discuss job description, employment, and compensation matters related to the position of the 2 Full Time DPW Operators, and one Part Time Parks. Trustee Babcock made a motion, second by Trustee Kopfhamer , to convene into closed session at 7:47 p.m. with Clerk Bradley and Finance Director/Treasurer Reis present. Roll Call Vote Motion carried unanimously . Yes: Babcock, Chapman, Engelmann, Kocher, Kopfhamer, Miller, Nakielski (7) No: (0) Abstain: (0 4.5. Reconvene into Open Session. Consider and Possible Action on the following items: T ru s te e E n g e lm a n n m a d e a m o tio n , s e c o n d b y T ru s te e K o p fh a m e r, to re c o n v e n e in to o p e n s e s s io n a t 8 :1 0 p m . V o ic e V o te . M o tio n c a rrie d u n a n im o u s ly . Y e s : B a b c o c k , C h a p m a n , E n g e lm a n n , K o c h e r, K o p fh a m e r, M ille r, N a k ie ls k i (7 ) N o : (0 ) A b s ta in : (0 ) Page 4 of 6 4.6. Employment, job description, and compensation matters related to the position of DPW Operator. T ru s te e K o p fh a m e r m a d e a m o tio n to h ire a p p lic a n t A a t $ 2 6 .6 5 /h r, s e c o n d b y P re s id e n t E n g le m a n n . V o ic e V o te . M o tio n c a rrie d u n a n im o u s ly . Y e s : B a b c o c k , C h a p m a n , E n g e lm a n n , K o c h e r, K o p fh a m e r, M ille r, N a k ie ls k i (7 ) N o : (0 ) A b s ta in : M ille r (0 ) 4.7. Employment, job description, and compensation matters related to the position of DPW Operator. T ru s te e K o p fh a m e r m a d e a m o tio n to h ire a p p lic a n t B a t $ 2 5 .0 0 /h r, s e c o n d b y T ru s te e N a k ie ls k i. V o ic e V o te . M o tio n c a rrie d u n a n im o u s ly . Y e s : B a b c o c k , C h a p m a n , E n g e lm a n n , K o c h e r, K o p fh a m e r, M ille r, N a k ie ls k i (7 ) N o : (0 ) A b s ta in : (0 ) 4.8. Employment, job description, and compensation matters related to the position of Part Time Parks position . P re s id e n t E n g e lm a n n m a d e a m o tio n to h ire a p p lic a n t C a s a p a rt tim e p a rk s e m p lo y e e a t $ 2 4 .0 0 /h r, s e c o n d b y T ru s te e K o p fh a m e r. V o ic e V o te . M o tio n c a rrie d u n a n im o u s ly . Y e s : B a b c o c k , C h a p m a n , E n g e lm a n n , K o c h e r, K o p fh a m e r, M ille r, N a k ie ls k i (7 ) N o : (0 ) A b s ta in : (0 ) 5. Recognition of Outgoing Village Trustees: 5.1. Mike Babcock The Village Board thanked Trustee Babcock for his years of service to the Village of Pardeeville. We wish him well. 6. A d jo u rn m e n t S in e D ie a t 8 :1 4 7. New Board is Seated 7.1. K ris tie C h a p m a n – V illa g e T ru s te e 7.2. K ris tie C h a p m a n – V illa g e T ru s te e 7.3. T o n y A m e lio – V illa g e T ru s te e 8. Call meeting to o rd e r – P re s id e n t E n g e lm a n n c a lle d th e m e e tin g to o rd e r a t 8 :1 5 p .m . 9. R o ll C a ll P re s e n t: A m e ilo , C h a p m a n , E n g e lm a n n , K o c h e r, K o p fh a m e r, M ille r, N a k ie ls k i A b s e n t: N o n e S ta ff: F in a n c e D ire c to r/T re a s u re r J u lie R e is , V illa g e C le rk K im B ra d le y , Page 5 of 6 10. Committee & Commission Appointments : 10.1. P la n C o m m is s io n • Justin Kopfhamer, Chair • Lloyd Miller, Trustee • Connie Pease, Resident • Steve Woxland, Resident • Steve Arkin, Resident • Sara Berger, Resident • Kenn Mileski , Resident 10.2 P u b lic S e rv ic e & In fra s tru c tu re • Tommy Nakielski , Chair • Kristie Chapman i, Trustee • Leonard Knadle, Resident • Steve Woxland, Resident • Katrina Cira, Resident • Mary Percifield , Resident • Sarah Killoran, Resident 10.3 S e n io r C e n te r C o m m is s io n • Fred Kocher, Chair • Lloyd Miller , Trustee • Kristi Fehrman , Resident • Lori Burbach, Resident • Sa m Hosig, Resident • Jayne Nakielski, Resident • Connie Pease, Resident • Patsy Villwock , Resident • Judy Skaar , Resident 10.4 F in a n c e & A d m in is tra tio n • Angela Engelmann, Chair • Tommy Nakielski, Trustee • Linda Arkin, Resident • Mary Percifield, Resident • VACANT, Resident 10.5 C o m m u n ity D e v e lo p m e n t A u th o rity • Angela Engelmann, Chair • Kristie Chapman, Trustee • Connie Pease, Resident • Ryan Seichter, Resident • Steve Woxland, Resident • Jonathan Parker , Resident • Sarah Killoran , Resident 10.6 B o a rd o f R e v ie w • Angela Engelmann, Village President • Tony Amelio , Trustee • Lloyd Miller, Trustee • Robin Wendt, Resident • Steve Arkin, Resident • Kim Bradley , Clerk • Reba Weiling , Deputy Clerk 10.7 P u b lic L ib ra ry B o a rd • Justin Kopfhamer, Trustee • Maude Bortz, Village Representative • Joan Foster, Village Representative • Sally Olson, Village Representative • Judy Skaar, Village Representative Page 6 of 6 • Deb Smith , Village Representative • Amber Houslet , School Superintendent or Designee • Ginny McNeal , County Representative • James Kelly, County Representative 10.8 Z o n in g B o a rd o f A p p e a ls • Ryan Seichter, Resident • Jack Smith, Resident • Doug Nedeza, Resident • Jace Seely, Resident • Brian Richter, Resident 11. Representative Appointment: 11.1. P a rd e e v ille A re a B u s in e s s A s s o c ia tio n • Angela Engelmann, Village President 11.2. P a rd e e v ille L a k e M a n a g e m e n t D is tric t • Darrell McGuire , Village Representative 11.3. J o in t M u n ic ip a l C o u rt • Tony Amelio , Trustee 11.4. F ire P ro te c tio n D is tric t • Mike Koehler, Resident Trustee Kopfhamer m a d e a m o tio n to a p p ro v e ite m s 1 0 .1 th ro u g h 1 1 .4 a s s ta te d in th e a g e n d a , s e c o n d b y T ru s te e K o c h e r. V o ic e V o te . M o tio n c a rrie d u n a n im o u s ly . Y e s : A m e lio , C h a p m a n , E n g e lm a n n , K o c h e r, K o p fh a m e r, M ille r, N a k ie ls k i (7 ) N o : (0 ) A b s ta in : (0 ) 12. A d jo u rn m e n t T ru s te e N a k ie ls k i m a d e a m o tio n to a d jo u rn a t 8 :1 9 p .m . S e c o n d , b y T ru s te e K o c h e r. R o ll C a ll V o te . M o tio n c a rrie d u n a n im o u s ly . Yes: Amelio , Chapman, Engelmann, Kopfhamer, Kocher, Miller, Nakielski ( 7 ) No: (0) Abstain: (0) Angela Engelmann , Village President Board Members: Michael Babcock, Kristie Chapman, Angela Engelmann, Fred Kocher , Justin Kopfhamer, Lloyd Miller, Tom Nakielski , Tony Amelio For more details on reports and agenda items, please see the packet on the website: villageofpardeeville.net The Village Hall is fully accessible. If you require additional assistance, please contact the Village Office (Phone 608-429- 3121) 48 hours prior to the meeting. This is a public meeting. As such, all members or a majority of the members of any given Village Committee, Commission, or Board may be in attendance. While a majority of any given group may be present, only the above Board will take official action based on the above agenda.