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Special Common Council & Western Lakes Fire District Meeting Minutes June 10, 2026 Mayor Rosek called the Special Council meeting to order at 6:02 PM. Members Present: Alderman Aultman Kloth, Kowieski, Frankowski, Welch, Ellis, Schellpeper Absent: Alderman Spiegelberg and Jungwirth Others Present: Mayor Rosek, Administrator Frye, and Clerk Kozlik Pledge of Allegiance Consent Agenda Minutes from Joint Owner’s Meetings September 10, 2025 and November 12, 2025 Presentations – Annual Financial Audit: The 2025 Annual Financial Audit report was presented by Eric Kennedy of RPB Reilly, Penner and Benton the new audit firm. Ald. Kowieski asked about findings from the audit and Bowen explained they are common notes for a district their size. The fund balance policy was also discussed with their policy of 18% and how any excess could be used to offset the budget. Presentation – District Updates. Chief Bowen introduced Mark and Lisa Lang from Lang Sign to provide information on reflective address signs. Bowen also presented a comprehensive strategic review highlighting their accomplishments and improvements this year. He also highlighted ISO Insurance Services Office ratings, grant funding and technology upgrades and six primary budget priorities for 2027 including creating a single public safety hub and EOC consolidating administrative functions and the financial needs and operations into that hub. The Treasurer awarded the GFOA Distinguished Budget presentation Award for the 2026 Budget. Chief Hoffman presented the District’s tiered response model and Chief Bowen presented municipal fire code ordinance revisions and updates. Discussion/Action on the Lift Assist Billing and Ordinance: Chief Bowen addressed operational and financial impacts of lift assist calls. He discussed challenges related to the staffed care facilities and the 911 calls for routine lifts. Elected officials requested that the Fire Board collaborate to analyze these options further and develop recommendations for the 2027 budget year. There was consensus by Council members to move forward with the draft. Motion to adjourn made by Aultman Kloth and second made by Ellis. Motion carried unanimously. The meeting adjourned at 7:38 PM. Minutes taken by Gina Kozlik, City Clerk