Town Board — Minutes

TOWN OF EAGLE TOWN BOARD MEETING October 15, 2025 Approved Minutes Chairperson Mommaerts called the meeting to order at 6:30pm and led with the Pledge of Allegiance. Roll Call: R. Hajewski, D. Knauer, R. Kugel, D. Domagalski, and C. Mommaerts were present. Proof of posting and notice was verified as being met. Approval of Meeting Minutes: Motion by Knauer to accept the minutes of the Town Board Meeting on September 17, 2025, with a minor correction. Domagalski seconded the motion. Motion carried, 5-0. Mommaerts opened the floor to public comment: Shawn Lang spoke regarding a potential fire district referendum stating he does not support it at this time; he has not heard a convincing explanation of why it is needed. Scott Richardson spoke about violations at a neighboring property: there is business activity taking place without permits. Eric Sturm spoke about the same neighboring property stating it is a disgrace and detrimental to his property value. Cindy Kacala, also a neighbor, spoke about the property: there are sheep with fencing that will not hold, hoop houses, debris, trash, and pallets piled up. Treasurer’s report: Mommaerts noted income is at 104% and expenses are at 76%. Motion by Knauer to approve the September 2025 financial report as presented. Kugel seconded the motion. Motion carried, 5-0. Assessor’s Service Agreement from Magnan Assessment Services was reviewed. Motion by Knauer, seconded by Hajewski, to accept the agreement and give permission to the Town Chair to sign the agreement. Motion carried, 5-0. Town payment of claims and Recreation Department payment of claims: Motion by Knauer to approve the payment of Town claims and the payment of Recreation Department claims as presented. Domagalski seconded the motion. Motion carried, 5-0. Reports (Discussion and Action): Waukesha County Sheriff's Report: No report. Alice Baker Library Report: Knauer reported the library income is at 68.76% and expenses are at 72.63%. The internet and computer use policy was approved. Other items discussed at the library board meeting included requiring computer users to have a library card, the audit quote, the budget, computer usage, and circulation. Knauer reiterated from last month that anyone with concerns or issues with the 2026-2031 standards should let her know so that it can be shared with the ACT 150 Committee. Planning and Zoning: There was no October meeting. Mommaerts reported she is working with the Town Planner and Building Inspector regarding violation complaints. Joint Municipal Buildings: No report. Kettle Moraine Fire District Report: The monthly report was submitted to the board prior to the meeting and was included in the meeting packet. Deputy Chief Art Rydzik was in attendance. Supervisor Kugel read info from forums regarding risks of overgrowing rural fire departments and encouraged residents to attend Fire Board Meetings. Chairperson Mommaerts added the Joint Fire Department Budget Meeting is October 22. Anyone interested in serving on a referendum committee should email her. Supervisor Knauer presented numbers on what a staffing-only referendum would cost per $1000 of assessed value. Joint Municipal Court: Domagalski reported on the meeting held on October 14. The 2026 Budget was approved. The Town’s portion will be $139. Motion by Hajewski to accept the Joint Municipal Court Committee’s recommended Budget for2026. Second by Kugel. Motion passed, 5-0. Lake Management District/Water Patrol: Hajewski reported the regular monthly meeting is next week. Discussion/action on setting up a Capital Improvement Plan Committee: The clerk will forward information received at the WTA Fall Workshop. Motion by Kugel to table until next month. Second by Domagalski. Motion passed, 5-0. Discussion/action on radio upgrade: Kugel received correspondence about a grant with matching funds but needs more information. Discussion/action on Young Residents Advisory Committee: Knauer forwarded materials after last month’s meeting. The purpose is to try to get opinions of young people as to the direction of the Town. Knauer received resident feedback that the age group should be limited to either below or above the age of 18, not a combination. Discussion took place on how to get the word out. Feedback from the board was that it is a good idea, it should be pursued, and the scope should be narrowed. Domagalski stated finding out if there is interest in the community should be the next step. Motion by Kugel to have Supervisor Knauer circulate letters to schools, churches, and different areas as listed on her proposal to gauge interest in a Town of Eagle advisory leadership committee and to confirm with the Town’s Association over any legal or financial ramifications. Second by Domagalski. Motion carried 5-0. Beverage Operators Motion to approve a Beverage Operator Licenses for Corah M Buth and Autumn C Lazich made by Knauer, seconded by Kugel. All in favor, motion passed (5-0). Committee Reports: Park/Recreation Department: Hajewski reported the committee met several times to interview candidates for the Rec Director Position and made a recommendation. The Village Board approved the recommendation at the same wage rate as the previous director, pending Town approval. Motion by Kugel to offer the candidate the position at the rate of $18 per hour and then bring it back to the board if she accepts. Second by Domagalski. In further discussion, Kugel would like to see a copy of the offer of employment that is going to be presented to the individual. Motion carried 5-0. Hajewski found a company that is willing to work on the reinstallation of the merry-go-round and teeter-totter but is waiting for the estimate. County Board Supervisor: Mommaerts reported the county budget is being worked on. Garbage and Recycling: Hajewski reported the fall yard waste drop-off will take place on November 8. Bulk pickup complaints continue. The GFL Municipal Rep in attendance last month stated there would be no changes for the duration of the contract but conflicting messages are being received when contacting the call center or talking to drivers. A motion to table signing the GFL Consent to Assignment was made by Mommaerts. Second by Kugel. Motion carried 5-0. Roads Report: Kugel reported once the PASER ratings are complete work can begin on the LRIP Grant application. Chairperson Report: Mommaerts had nothing further to report. Citizen Correspondence: A trail extension request was received from the Kettle Moraine Riders Snowmobile Club. Other correspondence included a noise complaint from the industrial park, a letter regarding an outbuilding request, garbage complaints, complaints regarding the Reynolds property on Road X , and pea gravel sweeping on Corner Court. Requests by supervisors for future agenda items: The snowmobile trail extension from citizen correspondence will be on the November agenda. Upcoming Meetings: Mommaerts announced the next Planning and Zoning meeting is November 5 at 5:30. The next Town Board meeting is November 19 at 6:30pm. The Joint Budget Meeting is on October 22 at 7:00pm and another Town Budget Workshop will be held on October 29 at 6:00pm. Motion to adjourn was made by Mommaerts. Kugel seconded the motion. All in favor. The meeting was adjourned at 9:28pm. Respectfully submitted, Mercia Christian, Clerk