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Parks Recreation and Conservancy Committee Regular Committee Meeting Monday, July 20, 2026 6:00 pm The Village of Cross Plains will provide opportunities for the public to monitor the meeting virtually or by calling in. Please take note that the meeting will continue even if technical problems occur.  The log in information is as follows: Zoom Virtual Meeting Link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81877402912 Conference telephone line: +1 312 626 6799 Meeting ID: 828 1833 4494 I. Call to Order Trustee Sarah Borchardt called the Regular Parks, Recreation, and Conservancy Committee to order at 6:01PM. Present: Committee Member(s) Trustee Sarah Borchardt, Anna Whittlinger, Emily Spahn, Ron Knutowski Also Present: Kane Browskowski, Tim Hillebrand, Seth Johnson II. Public Comment Tim Hillebrand (2144 Hillebrand Drive): Commented on a $3000 donation made in 2019 for new signage in parks that needs to be used. Seth Johnson (5002 Laufenberg Blvd): Commented on items and ideas related to Proposed Bicycle Ordinance Amendments on Section 51.14 of the Village of Cross Plains. III. Reports 1. Committee Chairperson- N/A 2. Committee Members- Hollfelder Park Bubbler needs repair. 3. Parks and Recreation Staff- N/A 4. Parks and Recreation Director- Discussed current Recreation, Aquatic, and Camp programming that has taken place over the last couple of weeks. IV. Committee Discussion Discussion and Possible Action to Approve the PRC Minutes of June 15, 2026. A motion was made by Ron Knutowski, seconded by Emily Spahn, and unanimously carried to approve the minutes of June 15, 2026. Motion carried. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Proposed Bicycle Ordinance Amendments to Section 51.14 of the Village of Cross Plains Code of Ordinances. The Parks and Recreation Committee had discussion and made suggested edits to the Bicycle Ordinance Amendments to Section 51.14 of the Village of Cross Plains Code of Ordinances. A motion was made by Ron Knutowski to send the revised edited of the Proposed Bicycle Ordinance Amendments to Section 51.14 of the Village of Cross Plains code of Ordinance to the Public Safety Committee. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Removal of Brewery Creekside Park Playground Equipment. Kane Browskowski presented images and shared feedback from Parks & Forestry Employee Sayer Larson on the condition of Brewery Creekside Park Playground Equipment. Village Staff outlined that the current playground does not meet safety requirements and it is not possible to repair it in current condition. A motion was made by Ron Knutowski to remove Brewery Creekside Playground equipment by Village staff. Motion was seconded by Anna Whittlinger and unanimously carried. Motion carried. Discussion Regarding Future Pool Planning Efforts. Kane Browskowski presented an overview of various community pools within a 90-mile radius of Cross Plains. The presentation highlighted community pool revenues and expenses for pools between 250,000-400,000 gallons. The presentation and discussion highlighted that pools between that gallon range will have an annual operating expense around $80,000-$150,000. V. Adjournment This meeting notice constitutes an official meeting of the above referenced group and was posted in accordance with all applicable laws related Open Meetings Law. It is possible that members of and possibly a quorum of members of other governmental bodies of the municipality may be in attendance at the above stated meeting to gather information. No action will be taken by any governmental body at the above stated meeting other than the governmental body specifically referred to above in this notice. Upon reasonable notice, efforts will be made to accommodate the needs of disabled individuals. For additional information or to request this service, contact the Village Hall at (608) 798-3241 or bobbi@cross-plains.wi.us