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VILLAGE OF LISBON Village Board Minutes November 6, 2024 DRAFT SPECIAL MEETING A Special Meeting of the Village of Lisbon Board of Trustees was held on Wednesday, November 6, 2024, in the Lisbon Village Hall Board Room, W234N8676 Woodside Road, Lisbon, WI. President Osterman called the regular Village Board meeting to order at 6:39 p.m. Roll Call Present: President Joseph Osterman; Trustees Paula Quinn, Marc Moonen, Linda Beal, and Rebecca Plotecher; Treasurer Natasha Girard; Utility Accountant Mike Sargent; Administrator Kathy Nickolaus; and Clerk Elisa Cappozzo Katch. Citizen Comment None. Consent Agenda A. October 9, 2024 Village Board minutes B. 2024-25 County Tax Collection Agreement C. Approval of Final Plat for October Fields subdivision (PC unan) D. Approval of Brabazon quote for spare pump at Richmond School Lift Station (PWC unan) President Osterman noted that Item A would be pulled due to time constraints related to yesterday’s Presidential Election. Trustee Moonen moved to approve Items B through D as presented. Trustee Quinn seconded. The motion carried 5-0. Accounts Payable Falls Auto Parts bill dated 10/26/24 for $1,024.43 & 11/1/24 for $37.76 Trustee Moonen moved to approve the Falls Auto Parts bills as presented. Trustee Plotecher seconded. The motion carried 4:0 with President Osterman abstaining. Remaining bills dated 10/26/24 for $541,620.84 & 11/1/24 for $89,679.23 Motion by Quinn, second by Plotecher, to approve the remaining bills as presented. Motion carried 5-0. Utility District bills dated 10/31 for $25,680.36 Motion by Plotecher, second by Moonen, to approve the utility district bills dated 10/31 as presented. Motion carried 5-0. Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: villagehall@lisbonwi.gov | Website: www.lisbonwi.gov  Village Board Minutes November 6, 2024 Page 2 of 4 Announcements / Correspondence • Public Works & Utility Committee – Wednesday 11/20/2024 at 5:00p.m., Village Hall • Plan Commission – Wednesday, 12/04/2024 at 6:30p.m., Richard Jung Fire Station • Parks Committee – Wednesday, 12/11/2024 at 5:00p.m., Village Hall • Village Board – Wednesday, 12/11/2024 at 6:30p.m., Village Hall Administrator Report Administrator Nickolaus reported on ongoing work related to the budget, computer upgrades in various departments, and preparation for a new server installation. She also mentioned work being done at the Richard Jung Fire Station, including changes to the electronic sign and improvements to wireless internet connectivity. Treasurer Quarterly Report Treasurer Girard provided a detailed quarterly report, covering general updates, tax updates, and financial information. She reported on her recent treasurer certification, upcoming investment certification, and attendance at various conferences and workshops. Treasurer Girard discussed the status of tax bill preparation, noting that bills are expected to be mailed in early December. She reported on investment performance, with total investments of approximately $11.4 million as of September and quarterly interest earnings of $174,348. Updates on CD investments and interest rates were also provided, noting recent Federal Reserve actions and potential impacts on future investment returns. Utility Accountant Quarterly Report Utility Accountant Sargent reported on the utility district's financial status, noting increased charges from Sussex for sewage processing due to a wet spring and expanded commercial accounts. He mentioned ongoing investigations into potential infiltration and inflow issues in one lift station. Sargent reported that cash balances for the utility were up $29,000 at the end of September, with restricted cash increasing by $54,000. He noted higher engineering costs but lower repair and maintenance costs compared to previous years. New Business A. Approval of proposed 2025 Village of Lisbon Budget Trustee Plotecher moved to approve the 2025 general budget in the amount of $8,419,638, the capital budget in the amount of $3,364,400, the compost budget in the amount of $46,602, the TID #1 budget of $613,400, the stormwater budget in the amount of $275,210, the utility budget in the amount of $21,165, and the debt service budget as presented. President Osterman seconded. The motion carried unanimously. Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: villagehall@lisbonwi.gov | Website: www.lisbonwi.gov  Village Board Minutes November 6, 2024 Page 3 of 4 Approval of Staff-authored Parks Survey & authorize distribution of same (Pks unan) Trustee Quinn explained that the parks committee had developed a survey based on examples from other districts. The board discussed potential distribution methods, with President Osterman suggesting an online-only approach. Administrator Nickolaus mentioned that professional companies conducting park studies typically include their own surveys. The board decided to table the survey discussion until more information is available about a potential comprehensive park study. No action taken. Approval of flush toilets at LCP with possible multi-use structure (Pks unan) Trustee Quinn explained that flush toilets at Lisbon Community Park were a high priority for the parks committee, especially with the addition of a new baseball field. Administrator Nickolaus noted that previous discussions had raised questions about the location and infrastructure requirements for such a facility. The board agreed that while they support the concept, more detailed planning and information is needed before approval. They decided to take no action on this item at this time. Opitz request for an extension to Compliance Order issued 9.22.2024 for LSBT 0193.139. Mr. Opitz addressed the board regarding his request for an extension on a compliance order for his property. He detailed progress made on cleaning up the property, including removing branches, organizing recyclables, and addressing vehicle-related issues. He also mentioned health issues that have impacted his ability to complete the work. Trustee Moonen acknowledged the progress made and suggested granting an extension to the date of the next Village Board meeting on 12/11/24, with Mr. Opitz to provide a status report at that meeting if not in compliance by such time. Mr. Opitz was amenable to the suggestion. Motion by Moonen, second by Osterman, to extend the compliance deadline to the 12/11/2024, with Mr. Opitz to provide a status report at the next board meeting on that date. The motion carried 5-0. Closed Session (7:33p.m.) President Osterman read the notice of Closed Session pursuant to Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) for the purpose of considering employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility, more specifically regarding DPW personnel review and proposed Administrator contract for Daniel Green. Motion by Moonen, second by Plotecher, to adjourn into Closed Session pursuant to Wis. Stats. §19.85(1)(c) regarding DPW personnel review and proposed Administrator contract for Daniel Green. A roll call vote was taken, and the motion carried unanimously. Open Session (8:16p.m.) Motion by Plotecher, second by Quinn, to adjourn into Open Session pursuant to Wis. Stats. §19.85(2) for possible action on the Closed Session discussion, and to adjourn the meeting. Motion carried unanimously. Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: villagehall@lisbonwi.gov | Website: www.lisbonwi.gov  Village Board Minutes November 6, 2024 Page 4 of 4 Motion by Moonen, second by Beal, to approve Administrator contract for Daniel Green. Motion carried unanimously. Adjournment Motion by Plotecher, second by Moonen, to adjourn the meeting at 8:18p.m. Motion carried unanimously. Respectfully Submitted, Elisa Cappozzo Katch, WCMC Lisbon Village Clerk Office: (262) 246-6100 | Email: villagehall@lisbonwi.gov | Website: www.lisbonwi.gov