Village Board

P.O. Box 338 - 314 E Forest St. - Lone Rock WI 53556 - (608) 583-0088. 2025-05-13 Board Minutes Roll Call All Board members present: Dan Quinn, Mary Litviak, Brad Wilson, Brandon Bindl, Adam Reno, Corey Ewers, Brad Seymour. Also in attendance: Elizabeth Gieck, Chris Conner, Cameron Quinn, Christa Quinn, Sandra Creasey, Pat Christianson, Jen Merrison, Steve Morgenson, Ted Greenheck, and Bart Nies. ZOOM: Linda Schwanke (Independent Star News) and Valley Sentinels AI Notetaker. Approve Agenda Motion to approve the agenda made by Adam Reno seconded by Mary Litviak. Motion carried unanimously. Approval of 04/8 & 4/15/2025 Minutes Motion to approve 4/8 and 4/15/2025 meeting minutes made by Adam Reno seconded by Brad Seymour. Motion carried unanimously. Delta 3 Proposed Sewer Rates' Increase Options Bart Nies from Delta 3 presented proposed sewer rate increase options to the board. He explained that the DNR would not fund $91,000 for the project, which the village needs to cover. He outlined three options for rate increases: Option A: 70% of increase on base rate, 30% on volume charge, Option B: 60% on base rate, 40% on volume charge or Option C: 50% on base rate, 50% on volume charge. Bart Nies recommended Option A as it covers debt payments with the base rate. He noted the average annual charge for a single-family home would increase from about $300 to $1000 per year. The board discussed the options and impact on residents. Motion to prepare Option A for presentation at the public hearing on June 10th, with an alternative Option A removing the sewer loan portion of the TIF project, made by Brad Seymour seconded by Mary Litviak. Motion carried unanimously. The board set the public hearing for June 10th at 6:00 PM at the Village Office. Proposed 2025 Infrastructure Improvements – School Forest Area Bart Nies presented plans for easements for existing water and sewer lines. He recommended obtaining either a 66-foot right-of-way or a 40-foot easement. The board discussed contacting property owners to negotiate. Bart Nies also asked if the board wanted to go ahead with infrastructure improvements for the School Forest development. He proposed having plans ready in July, bidding in September, and starting construction in late fall or early spring. The board agreed to move forward with this timeline. Brace Memorial Park Interpretive Sign Approval -1- The board reviewed a sample interpretive sign for Brace Memorial Park. It was noted there would be three more similar signs with different pictures. Motion to approve the interpretive sign as proposed by DOT made by Brad Seymour seconded by Adam Reno. Motion carried unanimously. Permission at Royal Bank for the Village of LR Motion to remove Esther Marshall as treasurer and replace with Elizabeth Gieck as treasurer to access all accounts and lock box at Royal Bank for the Village of Lone Rock made by Adam Reno, seconded by Brad Wilson. Motion carried unanimously. Plan Commission Recommendation: Egge Movers Joining Lots The Planning Commission recommended approving Egge Movers' request to join 4 lots they currently own by removing inner lot lines and creating one large parcel and 4 small parcels through a new Certified Survey Map (CSM). This would allow for building expansion that previously could not be approved due to lot line issues. Motion to approve the Plan Commission recommendation to allow the joining of the Egge Movers lots, as presented on the CSM, made by Brad Seymour, seconded by Brad Wilson. Motion carried unanimously. Zoning Administrator Report Brad Seymour reported that the attorney Alan Harvey has not completed proposed revisions to Chapter 13 zoning code. The village is collaborating with the Village attorney to review documents needed for adoption. Seymour issued several zoning permits and is addressing some zoning violations. He noted increased public engagement with zoning questions. Zoning (B. Seymour) and/or Building (D. Butteris) Permit(s): Approved Motion to approve zoning approval to construct the stage shelter at 33831 US Highway 14 made by Brad Seymour, seconded by Adam Reno. Motion carried unanimously. Motion to approve zoning approval for the construction of a 41 by 22-foot garage to the residence at 334 West Exchange Street made by Brad Seymour, seconded by Adam Reno. Motion carried unanimously. 4th of July Update The 4th of July celebration committee provided an update on plans for the event, which will take place on July 3rd in the evening and all-day July 4th. Activities will include a marketplace, 5K run/walk, chicken barbecues, petting zoo, bouncy houses, sand wrestling, games, raffle, music, and fireworks. The committee requested board approval to cover porta-potties expenses and use of 12 tables and chairs from the community building. These items will be added to the next meeting agenda for approval. Fire District No meeting had occurred yet. The next meeting is scheduled for the following Tuesday. -2- EMS There were 15 patient contacts in April. A dashcam has been ordered for the ambulance. National EMS Week is May 18-24. The ambulance received service and a full DOT inspection. Police No report was provided. Library In April, the library had 184 visitors and 193 physical checkouts plus 60 on Libby. A yard sale was held to raise funds for summer programs. Various summer events are planned between June 12 and August 28. Public Works Department – Chris Conner & Cameron Quinn Chris Connor reported that about 30 people attended a recent clean-up. He also noted that Ewers Contracting has started their phase of the sewer upgrade project. Public Input No public input was recorded. Upcoming Meetings No upcoming meetings were noted. Next Board Meeting – June 10, 2025 - 6:00 PM at the Village Office The next board meeting was confirmed for June 10, 2025, at 6:00 PM at the village office. This will include two public hearings. Review Check Register/Bills Financial reports and bills were distributed to board members for review. Adjourn at 8:20 PM. Respectfully submitted: Tammy Christianson, Clerk. -3-