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Town of Vienna Board Minutes
December 1, 2025
The regular town board meeting was called to order on Monday, November 3 , 2025, at 6:50PM, following a quarry
meeting, by Chair Jerry Marx. Supervisors Gary Endres, Dakota Cable, and Clerk Kathy Clark were present. Also attending,
Plan Commissioner Joe Henry and several residents and non-residents. Supervisor Sherri Meinholz was excused.
Pledge of Allegiance was recited
Public Comment: Mac Stevenson, owns Patton Farms, stated his opposition to the Data Center. Also, Ste venson offered
his services that can be helpful based on his experience over the years in the industry. Henry asked a few questions on the
status of the annexation.
Approve or amend the minutes of the November 17, 2025, meeting and the Budget PH: Motion by Endres, second by
Marx to approve the minutes of the November 17, 2025, town board meeting. Motion carried (3-0)
Discussion and possible action on Bank Rates and Services in Area : Currently the town hold all financial accounts and
loans at the DMB bank. Due to changing rates, board members would like to see other bank rates comparable to DMB
and what other institutions have to offer. The treasurer will gather some information and bring it back to the board for
review at another meeting.
Amanda Nickel arrived late due to a previous meeting commitment.
Discussion and possible action on Hickory Lane Crossing – Alert Signs: At one of the last meetings, discussion of Wheeler
Park improvements took place. Once of the requests made from the park committee is painted crossing lines for the cross
walk on Hickory Lane and Locust Lane. Some pedestrian crossing now have the flashing alert signs. Clark investigated the
costs, and one sign can cost $1,500 for flashing lights and solar batteries. This was a basic set up, but others were nicer
but cost more per sign. The board suggested painting the lines in the cross walk and make sure signs are in place prior to
the cross walk as warnings.
Discussion on Nomination Papers for 2026 Spring Election: Clark reminded the board that papers are due by end of
December. Two seats are up for reelection but only one incumbent will be running this year. The others have filed non-
candidacy papers.
Operator’s License: None
Town Supervisor Reports : Supervisor Amanda Nickels’ meeting with Cornerstone Community Center is scheduled for
Tuesday, December 9th. Supervisor Cable meeting with Waunakee EMS meeting was cancelled. Supervisor Meinholz
meeting with Dane -Vienna Fire Department was held Monday, November 24th . Supervisor Endres meeting with
Waunakee Fire was held Monday, November 24th. Both departments are working on next year’s plans.
Town Clerk’s Report: Clark informed the board that Village of Waunakee is filing with CARPC to extend their Utilities for
the 52 acres recently annexed for development, located off Easy St. and N. Madison St. This month’s last meetings are
scheduled for December 8th, Plan Commission and December 15 th, Town Board meeting. The town comprehensive plan
is scheduled for Dane County Public Hearing on January 27, 2026, for review and adoption.
Review and authorize payments of current town and utility bills, wages, and expenses : Motion by Cable, second by
Nickel to approve the current town bills as stated in the amount of $40,573.67; Payroll $21,815.49; Town Bills $18,318.18;
Utility 1 $440.00 and Utility 2 $0. Motion carried (4-0)
Adjourn: Motion by Endres, second by Nickel, to adjourn. Motion carried (4-0). The meeting adjourned at 7:50PM.
Prepared by: Kathleen Clark, Town Clerk
Note: These minutes were approved at the December 15, 2025, board meeting
Source: Town of Vienna website. First collected Oct 19, 2026.