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VILLAGE OF LISBON W234N8676 Woodside Road Lisbon, WI 53089-1545 MEETING MINUTES VILLAGE BOARD LISBON VILLAGE HALL – APRIL 8, 2026 Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: VillageHall@LisbonWI.gov | Website: www.LisbonWI.gov Call to Order President Gehrke called the Village Board meeting to order at 6:30p.m. Roll Call Present: President Gehrke; Trustees Quinn, Moonen, Beal, and Baum ; DPW Director Wilichowski; Administrator Green; and Clerk Cappozzo. Pledge of Allegiance The Pledge of Allegiance was recited by all those present. Public Comments Dustin Woyak, N49W27751 S. Willow Creek Drive, expressed concern regarding the Village's sewer service a rea and its potential expansion. He stated that he had created a graphic to raise public awareness of the issue and reiterated his opposition to forced sewer hookups. He also raised concerns that expanding sewer infrastructure could lead to higher -density hou sing development and noted that the cost of the necessary infrastructure would require borrowing. He stated his support for the ATV ordinance and offered to assist with its implementation. Joan Plato , N65 W26307 Lake Drive, spoke regarding the proposed Alpine Hills subdivision. She expressed concern about the proposed Lake Drive extension connecting Alpine Hills to the existing Beacon Hills subdivision, citing increased traffic, absence of sidewalks and par ks, and the potential use of the road as a shortcut for traffic from a nearby commercial ski facility. She also raised concerns about the cumulative impact of multiple subdivisions on wildlife and the density of development along the Highway 164 corridor. Joe DeStefano Sr., N91W27279 Hickory Road, expressed support for the ATV/UTV ordinance, noting that neighboring municipalities such as Hartford and Jackson had passed similar ordinances without incident. He offered to take board members for a ride in his four-seat UTV. Randy Plato , N65 W26307 Lake Drive, questioned why the planning commission and board were pursuing the Lake Drive road extension into the new subdivision given that no residents on Lake Drive supported it. He expressed concern that the road extension appeared to be connect ed to the commercial property's parking lot egress, which could result in significant late -night traffic. Village Board Minutes April 8, 2026 Page 2 of 6 Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: VillageHall@LisbonWI.gov | Website: www.LisbonWI.gov Becky Plotecher, N79W25605 Plainview Road, spoke in support of park improvements, urging the board to remain proactive and not postpone the improvements further. She noted that the park study had been completed and asked that the parks committee prioritize the list, with play ground equipment ranked highly. Todd Schei, N87W27866 Perennial Terrace, expressed support for the ATV/UTV ordinance, noting that he uses his UTV for practical purposes such as plowing out neighbors during winter. Mike Brandt , N59 W28135 Ainsworth Road, expressed support for the ATV/UTV ordinance, citing the example of surrounding municipalities that have already adopted similar ordinances. Joe Osterman, N51W24181 Lisbon Road, expressed support for the ATV/UTV ordinance and asked that the Village fund signage on municipal roads. He also expressed support for park improvements, acknowledging that past boards had many competing priorities, including incorporati on. John Kruschel, N73W24680 Peterson Road, expressed support for UTV routes in the Village, noting the opportunity to connect with neighboring municipalities and counties. Chad Waldron (via Zoom), N90W25245 Tomahawk Drive, expressed support for the ATV ordinance. He noted that the ordinance appeared well -calibrated for a community of Lisbon's size, characterized it as an ordinance of reasonable access rather than an unrestricted permit, and highlighted the ordinance's noise provisions limiting machines to factory mufflers. Consent Agenda (Items approved together unless a Trustee requests removal for separate consideration) A. March 11, 2026 Village Board minutes B. March 18, 2026 Special Village Board minutes C. ORD 2026-06 to rezone southern 3.75 acres of Zandi parcel at LSBT 0147.997 from B -2 to A-3 D. 2-Lot Certified Survey Map to divide Zandi parcel at LSBT 0147.997 E. 2-Lot Certified Survey Map to divide Alpine Hills parcel at LSBT 0224.999.003 F. Preliminary Plat for proposed Alpine Hills subdivision at LSBT 0224.999.003 President Gehrke requested Item A be removed from consideration; no objections. Motion by Beal, second by Baum, to approve Items B through F of the Consent Agenda as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Accounts Payable A. Authorize payment of the OneClick bills dated 3/27 for $2,134.66 Motion by Quinn, second by Beal, to approve payment of the One Click bills as presented. Motion carried 4:0 with Trustee Baum abstaining. Village Board Minutes April 8, 2026 Page 3 of 6 Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: VillageHall@LisbonWI.gov | Website: www.LisbonWI.gov B. Authorize payment of remaining bills dated 3/27 for $377,940.70 Motion by Beal, second by Quinn, to approve payment of remaining bills as presented. Motion carried unanimously. Announcements/Correspondence President Gehrke reviewed upcoming events and meeting dates for various village departments. Administrator Report Administrator Green recognized Clerk Cappozzo for her management of the spring election, and noted that the spring newsletter had been published and was available on the Village website. He reported that the annual audit had been completed successfully, and that Wendi Unger from Baker Tilly would attend the next board meeting to present the audit findings. Administrator Green also commended the highway and parks department for restoration work performed on the baseball diamond, including surface spreading and hydroseeding of the bleacher area. Sheriff’s Department Report A representative from the Waukesha County Sheriff’s Department presented first quarter statistics for the Village. Deputies conducted 249 traffic stops resulting in 145 citations, responded to 34 accidents, completed 391 extra patrols and building checks, responded to 44 911 hang -ups, and handled 10 domestic calls. Regarding commercial truck enforcement, 47 total truck citations were issued during the spring weight limit period, 41 of which were issued during a dedicated 80 -hour enforcement deployment. The representative also noted that Deputy Peterson attended the Eas ter Extravaganza, which was reported as successful with no issues. Unfinished Business A. Discussion & necessary action re: conceptual Park Plan options The board continued its discussion of the conceptual park improvement plan developed by Parkitecture. Trustee Quinn summarized the board's working consensus: Lisbon Community Park (LCP) is the premier park and the primary focus of investment, though the board agreed that improvements should be distributed across all Village parks and not concentrated exc lusively at LCP. Administrator Green and President Gehrke reviewed two sets of estimates — one from March 7 and a revised set from March 31 — reflecting changes made in response to feedback from the board and the parks committee. Key adjustments included a reduction of app roximately $110,000 at LCP through a reduction in shelter size, removal of the kayak launch and lower -level parking lot from the funded scope pending a potential grant, and a significant reduction at Stony H alquist Park by deferring most planned improvements there. Conversely, Stone Family Park was proposed for an increase of approximately $200,000 to address parking lot deficiencies, ball field fencing, and an undersized shelter that the board agreed needed to be larger. The revised total across all five parks was estimated at approximately $3.9 million. Village Board Minutes April 8, 2026 Page 4 of 6 Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: VillageHall@LisbonWI.gov | Website: www.LisbonWI.gov The funding model contemplated a $2.2 million bond issuance, approximately $300,000 in existing park impact fees, and an anticipated balance of donations and cost reductions through competitive bidding. President Gehrke expressed confidence that bids would come in favorably given the Village's proximity to quarries and asphalt suppliers, and that one or more sizable donations from local businesses were anticipated. Administrator Green reported that outreach to several potential donors was ongoing, with resp onses expected in the coming weeks. The board discussed the possibility of recognizing significant donors through plaques or naming opportunities for specific amenities such as shelters, rather than renaming parks. Trustee Moonen raised the importance of accounting for increased operational costs resulting from new and upgraded amenities, including restroom facilities with flush toilets, additional park staff, and potential security and technology infrastructure. The DPW Director previously noted that current staffing was already stretched and that additional seasonal or full -time positions would likely be needed. The Board acknowledged these considerations and agreed that certain capital items such as security cameras and connectivity infrastructure should be incorporated into the capital project scope rather than deferred as operational items. Administrator Green noted the project was still in a preliminary stage and that engineering and detailed design would surface these needs more precisely. Discussion also touched on the community survey results, which ranked trail improvements and wayfinding signage as the highest priorities alongside restrooms. DPW Director Wilichowski indicated that improved trail signage and park maps at LCP were in progress but had been held pending clarity on the overall project scope. The board agreed to carry this item forward to the May 13 meeting, at which point Administrator Green anticipated having more concrete information on donation commitments and refined cost estimates. New Business A. Discussion & necessary action re: authorize Parkitecture to perform grant writing services for a DNR nontraditional recreation grant Administrator Green presented a proposal for Parkitecture to perform grant writing services for a DNR nontraditional recreation grant at a cost of $2,000. The grant, with a deadline at the end of April, would provide a 50% match for eligible items includin g a kayak launch, fishing pier, archery range, and associated paving and lower-level parking improvements at LCP. Administrator Green noted the grant could provide meaningful savings if secured, particularly if donated materials such as stone and asphalt were applied toward the required match. Board members expressed mixed views. Trustee Quinn and President Gehrke expressed general support, noting the potential upside was larger than the $2,000 cost, and that Parkitecture's grant writing expertise was already part of the contracted relationship. Trustee Moonen was more cautious, noting that the items eligible under the grant were largely those the board had already Village Board Minutes April 8, 2026 Page 5 of 6 Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: VillageHall@LisbonWI.gov | Website: www.LisbonWI.gov agreed were lower -priority or optional, and expressing concern about being bound to requirements that could complicate the broader project. Trustee Beal noted the items in question were not high on the priority list. Trustee Baum was uncertain whether the investment was warranted at this time. After further discussion, the board agreed to forgo pursuing the grant at this time, with the understanding that similar DNR grants may be available in future cycles. Administrator Green and DPW Director Wilichowski committed to monitoring grant opportunities and bringing forward those that appeared relevant. No formal action was taken. B. Discussion & necessary action re: Debt Issuance for capital projects and equipment Administrator Green presented a report outlining two borrowing scenarios for the Village's capital program. The scenarios illustrated debt service structure and levy impact across the Village's existing and proposed borrowings. The capital program encompas sed the Lake 5 bridge replacement ($800,000), park improvements ($2.2 million), and an optional additional $500,000 in flexible capacity designated as either park contingency or road projects, for a total not to exceed $4,046,054. President Gehrke explained that including the additional $500,000 now, while debt could be structured efficiently alongside existing obligations, was preferable to returning to the market for a separate smaller loan in future years. He noted that road maintenance needs remained a priority and that the flexible designation of the additional funds allowed the board to direct them toward whichever need proved most pressing. He also noted that a potential grant on the Lake 5 bridge could free up a portion of the earmarked funds for additional road or park work. Trustee B eal expressed reservations about the park contingency designation within the flexible $500,000, indicating she would be more comfortable if it were designated specifically for roads. Trustee Moonen countered that labeling the funds as either parks contingency or roads was appropriate given that both needs were real, and that the board would remain the stewards of how the funds were ultimately deployed. The board acknowledged that the Village had not borrowed for roads in approximately ten years and that the pavement maintenance program was underfunded. Motion by Moonen, second by Quinn, to authorize Village staff to prepare the preliminary official statement, presale reporting, and an authorizing resolution for the May 13 Village Board meeting, with a borrow amount not to exceed $4,046,054 as presented. The motion carried 4-1, with Trustee Beal dissenting. C. Discussion & necessary action re: Producer Full Service Retail Sales Application for Brewfinity to sell beer and other alcohol beverages for the Lisbon Community Festival Clerk Cappozzo noted that Brewfinity was the same vendor as the prior year and that the application is a state-prescribed form requiring Village approval and recommendation before the Village Board Minutes April 8, 2026 Page 6 of 6 Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: VillageHall@LisbonWI.gov | Website: www.LisbonWI.gov Wisconsin Department of Alcohol Beverage Enforcement issues the license. No concerns had arisen from previous years. Administrator Green noted two conditions: alcohol content may not exceed 10%, and an additional restriction on file. Motion by Quinn, second by Beal, to approve the Producer Full Service Retail Sales Application for Brewfinity to sell beer and other alcoholic beverages at the Lisbon Community Festival, subject to the two conditions noted by Administrator Green. Motion carried unanimously. D. Discussion & necessary action re: ORD 2026-05 regarding Mini Bikes and ATV/UTVs President Gehrke noted this item was taken out of order to accommodate members of the public who had attended in connection with it. Administrator Green reported that the Village Attorney had reviewed the ordinance and had only minor changes, which had bee n incorporated. He also reported receipt of sign cost quotes for the required route signage, with an estimated total expenditure of approximately $4,000, to be installed on municipal roads only; signage on county roads was not permitted under the ordinance, though crossing county roads would be allowed. Board members expressed broad support for the ordinance. Trustee Moonen noted the significant community support demonstrated over two meetings with no opposition. He indicated that the Village should bear the cost of signage, given the absence of an active local ATV club. President Gehrke similarly acknowledged the strength o f community support, noting that while he anticipated some complaints from residents, no one had appeared at either meeting to speak in opposition. Trustee Quinn noted that the ordinance's 11:00 p.m. time restriction and factory muffler requirement were appropriate controls. Trustee Moonen suggested that the Bureau of Correctional Enterprises could provide cost savings on signage throu gh templated ATV signs. Administrator Green noted he had reached out to the DNR regarding potential grants for additional support. Motion by Moonen, second by Beal, to a dopt Ordinance 2026 -05 to repeal and recreate Lisbon Municipal Code Chapter 58.04 to regulate All -Terrain and Utility Terrain Vehicle Routes. Motion carried unanimously. Adjournment There being no further business, motion by Baum, second by Moonen, to adjourn the meeting at 8:22p.m. Respectfully submitted, Elisa M. Cappozzo, WCMC Lisbon Village Clerk