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👤 Members & officials (7)
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Who’s on the DeForest Area Public Library
- Cords
- Gorres
- Lawrence
- Owen
- Toetz
- Van Iten
- Zeimet
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025664 housing units ($121.1M)
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Fri Oct 30, 2026
Village Board
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Wed Oct 28, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
✓ Decided: Commission approves development plan and recommends plats for The Knolls
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the Final Development Plan for The Knolls residential project. The commission also recommended Village Board approval for two preliminary plats covering a 147-lot subdivision and a 42-unit condominium development.
- Approved Resolution 2026-912 for The Knolls Final Development Plan (5-1)
- Recommended Village Board approval of The Knolls 147-lot preliminary plat (4-2)
- Recommended Village Board approval of Condominiums at the Knolls 21-lot preliminary plat (5-1)
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Planning and Zoning Minutes 10.12.20226 APPROVED
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
MONDAY, OCTOBER 12, 2026 7:00 PM
MINUTES
Motion by Mancheski to nominate Little as chairperson for this meeting. Seconded by Wierzba.
Motion carried 5-0.
1.
Call to Order and Roll Call. Present at roll call Doug Wierzba, Jean Mancheski, Colleen Little,
Mike Broge, Caitlin Shanahan. Jim Simpson was absent. Staff present; Brandi Cooper, Zoning
Administrator; Alex Allon, Community Development Director; Mark Roffers, Village Planning
Consultant; Rachel Covey, Community Development Assistant, Bill Chang, Village Administrator,
Judd Blau, Director of Public Works; Jim Olson, Police Chief.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Approval of Minutes – None
4.
General Public Appearances (Appearances under this section shall be regarding items not
on the agenda)** -- None
5.
Action/Recommendation
Little opened items 5.1, 5.2, and 5.3 together.
5.1 Planned Unit Development (PUD) Final Development Plan to enable The Knolls
residential development, including 146 single-family homes and 42 two-family
condominium units, over 96.63 acres near the north edge of the Conservancy Place PUD
(current Parcel 0910-191-8522-14).
5.1.1 Presentations
Roffers presented the proposed Final Development Plan for The Knolls residential
development and provided background on the Conservancy Place Planned Unit
Development, including the progression from the approved Preliminary Development Plan
to the …
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Wed Oct 28, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
✓ Decided: Commission approves development extension and reschedules year-end meetings
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a one-year extension for the River Road MF, LLC residential development start date. They also recommended Village Board approval for a revised Certified Survey Map to divide the project site into three lots. Additionally, the commission voted to reschedule their November and December meetings to accommodate the holiday season.
- Approved August 25, 2026, minutes (7-0)
- Approved resolution honoring Shannon Kellogg (7-0)
- Approved one-year extension for River Road MF, LLC development (7-0)
- Recommended Village Board approval of revised Certified Survey Map (7-0)
- Approved rescheduling November and December meetings (7-0)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:28 PM (7-0)
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Planning and Zoning Minutes 9.22.2026 APPROVED
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026 6:00 PM
MINUTES
1.
Call to Order and Roll Call. Present at roll call Jim Simpson, Doug Wierzba, Colleen Little, Lisa
Streit, Mike Broge, Caitlin Shanahan, and Jean Mancheski via Zoom. Staff present; Brandi Cooper,
Zoning Administrator; Alex Allon, Community Development Director; Mark Roffers, Village
Planning Consultant; Rachel Covey, Community Development Assistant.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Approval of Minutes
3.1 August 25, 2026
Motion by Little to approve August 25, 2026, minutes. Seconded by Broge. Motion carried 7-0.
4.
General Public Appearances (Appearances under this section shall be regarding items
not on the agenda)**
5.
Action/Recommendation
5.1 Resolution thanking Shannon Kellogg for her dedicated years of service to the citizens of
the Village of DeForest.
5.1.1 Presentations – None
5.1.2 Public Appearances – None
5.1.3 Commission Discussion and Possible Action
Motion by Wierzba to Approve Resolution 2026-910 as written. Seconded by Little.
Simpson read the Resolution and personally thanked Kellogg for her time.
Mancheski also wished to express her personal thanks to Kellogg.
Motion carried 7-0.
5.2 Requested amendment to Final Development Plan start-date condition for the "River Road
MF, LLC." multiple family residential development on 10.57 acres northeast of the River
Road/Bellflower Drive inte …
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Fri Oct 23, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
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Thu Oct 22, 2026
Village Board
✓ Decided: DeForest Village Board approves budget policies, road contracts, and zoning map
The DeForest Village Board approved resolutions adopting a new public appearance policy, updating budget and financial policies, and awarding a contract for road reconstruction and realignment. The board also approved a revised certified survey map for a multi-family residential development and voted to rename a portion of Cuba Valley Road.
- Approved Resolution 2026-114 to apply for a WDNR surface water grant (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-115 adopting a Public Appearance Policy (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-116 accepting updates to budget and financial policies (7-0)
- Approved Ordinance 2026-016 for a revised certified survey map for River Road MF, LLC development (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-117 awarding a contract for Hickory Lane reconstruction and Linde Lane realignment (7-0)
- Approved Resolution 2026-118 renaming a portion of Cuba Valley Road to Innovation Drive (7-0)
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VILLAGE BOARD REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2026 6:00 PM
DeForest Commons
120 S. STEVENSON STREET, DEFOREST, WI
MINUTES
1.
Call Meeting to Order – President Colleen Little called the meeting to order at 6:00 PM.
2.
Roll Call - -- Members present at roll call: Trustees Melanie Bartholf, Wayne Brown, Brad Cords via Zoom, Jim
Simpson, Jan Steffenhagen-Hahn, Alicia Williams and President Colleen Little. Also present were Administrator Chang,
Finance Director Hennes, Attorney Reuter, Director Blau, Director Allon, Public Services Deputy Director Hall, Chief
Olson, Director O’Malley, Communications Manager Stacey Harmon and Clerk Lundgren.
3.
Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Announcements
5.
Consent Agenda
5.1
Village Board Minutes 9.15.2026
5.2
Resolution 2026-114: A Resolution Authorizing the Director of Public Services to Apply for a Surface
Water Grant through the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources.
Motion by Trustee Alicia Williams, seconded by Trustee Jan Steffenhagen-Hahn, to approve. Motion carried 7-0.
6.
General Public Appearances (This section provides opportunity for public comments regarding
items not listed in the current agenda)**
7.
Presentations
8.
Old Business
8.1
Update Report and Discussion Regarding Wellhouse Improvements for Fluoride Reintroduction.
Darrin Pope, Vierbicher, provided update regarding progress on wellhouse improvements for fluoride
reintroduction.
8.2
Resolution 2026-115: A Resolution …
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Wed Oct 21, 2026
Public Safety Commission
✓ Decided: Commission denies operator license for Samantha Bohn; agrees on siren site
The Public Safety Commission denied Samantha Bohn's operator license application after a 2-2 vote, citing two alcohol-related offenses in the past five years. The Commission also agreed that Savannah Drive is the most effective location for a new warning siren, though installation is slated for the 2027 budget. Additionally, the Commission approved three other operator license applications and agreed with the Police Chief that existing stop signs and increased police presence are sufficient for traffic safety at Bear Tree Pkwy and Great Bridge Drive.
- Approved operator licenses for Weisbrod, McNeilly, and McChesney (4-0)
- Denied operator license for Samantha Bohn (2-2 vote)
- Agreed Savannah Dr is best location for new warning siren
- Agreed existing stop signs and police presence sufficient for Bear Tree/Great Bridge intersection
- Approved August 12, 2026 minutes (3-0, Little abstained)
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PUBLIC SAFETY COMMISSION
MEETING MINUTES
9/9/2026
1. Call Meeting to Order
The September 9, 2026 Public Safety Commission Meeting was called to order by Little at 5:32
p.m.
2. Roll Call
Public Safety Commission members present at roll call: Jan Steffenhagen-Hahn, Brad Ellingson,
Colleen Little and Police Chief James Olson. Jeff Amundson, Randy Gasser, and Fire
Department Chief Steve LaFeber were absent. Also present was Administrative Assistant Tamra
Paulson.
3. Reciting of Pledge of Allegiance
Ellingson led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Approval of Minutes
4.1.
August 12, 2026
Motion by Ellingson to approve the August 12, 2026, minutes, 2nd by Steffenhagen-Hahn. Motion
carried 3-0. Little abstained.
Motion by Chief Olson to suspend the rules and move to item 8 first then item 6, 2nd by Ellingson.
Motion carried 4-0.
5. Appearances Before the Committee
Samantha Bohn, Gail Baerwolf, and Scott Norton appeared before the Commission regarding
item 8.2.
Joe Polacek appeared before the Commission regarding item 6.1.
6. New Business
6.1.
Discuss and Possible Action Recommendation regarding Warning Siren placement to
cover Savannah Brooks at Municipal Parking Lot
Chief Olson discussed with the Commission the need for a warning siren in the Savannah
Brooks and surrounding area, due to rapid growth and not currently having one in the
Village that covers that area. He stated he has been working with Emergency
Management and the install c …
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Mon Oct 19, 2026
Village Board Work Session
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Mon Oct 19, 2026
Village Board
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Fri Oct 16, 2026
Public Services Committee
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Wed Oct 14, 2026
DeForest Windsor Fire & EMS District Board
✓ Decided: DeForest Windsor Fire & EMS District Board approves August invoices and balances
The board approved the meeting minutes from August 5, 2026, and authorized invoices and fund balances for August. The board discussed the 2027 budget and received updates on the second station, but took no formal action on those items.
- Approved August 5, 2026 minutes (4-0)
- Approved invoices paid 8/1/2026-8/31/2026 (4-0)
- Approved fund/account balances (4-0)
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DeForest Windsor Fire & EMS District Board Meeting
September 2, 2026, at 4:00pm
DeForest Windsor Fire and EMS Department 110 S. Stevenson St.
Mackenzie Clyde Training Room
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there will be a meeting of the DeForest Windsor Fire &
EMS District Board commencing at the time and place noted above. The following is the agenda
for this meeting, which sets forth the subject matters to be discussed and considered. If the agenda
indicates, the aforesaid governmental body may convene in closed session for the purpose(s)
indicated. Upon conclusion of the closed session, if any, the governmental body will reconvene
into open session to take action, if any, on matters discussed in closed session and for the purpose
of concluding the agenda.
Minutes
1) Call Meeting to Order and Roll Call- The meeting was called to order at 4:00pm by
President Little. All board members were present at the time of the meeting.
Present were: Colleen Little- Village of DeForest, Bob Wipperfurth- Village of Windsor,
Brad Cords- Village of DeForest, Ed Wall- Village of Windsor, Chief LaFeber
2) Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance- Led by Wipperfurth
3) Appearances Before the Board- N/A
4) Approve Minutes:
1. August 5, 2026- Motion to approve by Wall, seconded by Wipperfurth. Motion carried 4-
0.
5) Finance:
1. Review and Approve Invoices Paid 8/1/2026-8/31/2026- Motion to approve by Wall,
seconded by Cords. Motion carried 4-0.
2. Review and Approve …
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Wed Oct 14, 2026
DeForest Windsor Fire & EMS District Board
✓ Decided: DeForest Windsor Fire & EMS Board approves July minutes and financial reports
The Board approved the minutes from the July 1, 2026 meeting and reviewed financial reports, including invoices and account balances. Members also received updates on the 2027 budget process, the construction of the second fire station, and proposed changes to village fire ordinances.
- Approved July 1, 2026 meeting minutes (3-0-1)
- Approved invoices paid July 1-31, 2026 (4-0)
- Approved fund and account balances (4-0)
- Convened into closed session regarding employee status (4-0)
- Reconvened into open session (4-0)
- Adjourned meeting (4-0)
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DeForest Windsor Fire & EMS District Board Meeting
August 5, 2026, at 4:00pm
Amended 7/31/2026 to add Proposed Fire Ordinance Changes under New Business
DeForest Windsor Fire and EMS Department 110 S. Stevenson St.
Mackenzie Clyde Training Room
PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there will be a meeting of the DeForest Windsor Fire &
EMS District Board commencing at the time and place noted above. The following is the agenda
for this meeting, which sets forth the subject matters to be discussed and considered. If the agenda
indicates, the aforesaid governmental body may convene in closed session for the purpose(s)
indicated. Upon conclusion of the closed session, if any, the governmental body will reconvene
into open session to take action, if any, on matters discussed in closed session and for the purpose
of concluding the agenda.
Minutes
1) Call Meeting to Order and Roll Call- The meeting was called to order at 4:00pm by
President Little. All board members were present with Monica Smith filling in for Ed Wall.
Present were: Colleen Little- Village of DeForest, Bob Wipperfurth- Village of Windsor,
Brad Cords- Village of DeForest, Monica Smith- Village of Windsor, Chief LaFeber, Office
Manager Mooney.
2) Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance- Led by Smith
3) The DeForest Windsor Fire & EMS District Board will Convene into Closed Session
pursuant to: sec. 19.85(1)(c) of the Wisconsin Statutes for the purpose of considering
employment, promotion, compensat …
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Mon Oct 12, 2026
DeForest Area Public Library
✓ Decided: Library Board names former Story Hour Room in honor of donor
The board approved naming the former Story Hour Room 'Millie's Room' to honor donor Millie Anderson, noting the naming is not in perpetuity. The board also approved the monthly bill run and the August 13th meeting minutes.
- Approved naming former Story Hour Room 'Millie's Room' in honor of Millie Anderson (All approved)
- Approved monthly bill run (All approved)
- Approved August 13th meeting minutes with one correction (All approved)
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DeForest Area Public Library Regular Library Board Meeting Minutes
Thursday, September 10th, 2026
6:00 p.m.
I.
Call to Order and Roll Call
The meeting was called to order 6:00 p.m. by President Greg Gorres.
Present: Cords, Gorres,Toetz, Van Iten, Zeimet,
Absent: Lawrence, Owen
Also present: Jan Berg, Library Director
II.
Approval of Agenda
Motion to approve: Zeimet
Second: Toetz
Discussion: None
Action: All approved
III.
Approval of Minutes of the August 13th Meeting Minutes
Motion to approve the minutes with one correction: Zeimet
Second: Cords
Discussion: None
Action: All approved.
IV.
Public Presentation / Communications
None
V.
Approval of Bills – Berg had emailed out the bills prior to the meeting.
Motion to approve the bill run: Cords
Second: Van Iten.
Discussion: This is a smaller bill run than last month. Most of the bills are library materials and
utilities. The electricity charges have come down as the temperatures and humidity has.
Action: All approved.
VI.
Reports
A. Director’s
The air conditioning went out on one of the hottest days last month. The humidity in the building
rose very quickly. Fortunately, a guy from NAMI was here to change the filters so he took a look at
things and managed to keep it running that afternoon and overnight. Then he came back to fix it.
Another library employee will be getting her notary so that there will be someone present during
evening hours.
The Winter Reading Program is “ …
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Fri Oct 9, 2026
Community Development Authority
✓ Decided: CDA authorizes sale of 101-105 Meadow Lane to Madison Area Community Land Trust
The Community Development Authority approved the sale of duplexes at 101-105 Meadow Lane and extended the closing date to October 16. The board also received a design presentation for the Yahara Crossing development.
- Approved sale of 101-105 Meadow Lane and closing date extension to Oct 16 (6-0)
- Approved August 13, 2026 meeting minutes (5-0)
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CDA Minutes 9.10.2026 APPROVED
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY THURSDAY,
SEPTEMBER 10, 2026 6:00 PM
Minutes
1.
Call to Order – Williams called the meeting to order at 5:58 PM.
2.
Roll Call - Jean Mancheski, Alicia Williams, Nishant Upadhyay, Sheila Briggs, and Doug Wierzba. Melanie
Bartholf joined the meeting at 6:01 PM. Keith Manke joined the meeting at 6:07 PM. Also present at the start
of the meeting were Alex Allon, Brandon Hennes, and Brandi Cooper.
3.
Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Announcement. None
5.
Approval of Minutes
August 13, 2026
Motion by Mancheski to approve the minutes. Seconded by Upadhyay. Motion carried 5-0.
6.
Appearances. None
7.
New Business
7.1. Presentation from Kahler Slater regarding the Yahara Crossing development.
Dan Causier and Joe Sinnet from Kahler Slater gave a presentation on architectural and interior design
concepts for the Yahara Crossing development. The presentation highlighted the building layout, unit
configurations, resident amenities, retail space, exterior design, and design inspiration rooted in DeForest's
Nordic heritage. Commissioners discussed unit layouts, accessibility, security features, resident and retail
circulation, and provided feedback on items such as bathroom access, pocket doors, and interior finishes.
Manke left the meeting at 6:41 PM
7.2. Discussion and possible action to authorize the Executive Director to execute any documents
necessary to close on the sale of …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026
DeForest Area Joint Community Center Commission
✓ Decided: Commission hires Conlin & Company for landscaping and snow removal
The Commission approved a contract with Conlin & Company Landscaping for lawn, garden, and snow removal services for the 2026-2027 season. The board also approved the July 14 meeting minutes, current bills and invoices, and financial reports.
- Approved Conlin & Company Landscaping for 2026-2027 lawn/garden and snow removal (unanimous)
- Approved July 14, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous, 1 abstention)
- Approved bills and invoices (unanimous)
- Approved financial reports (unanimous)
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DeForest Area Joint Community Center Commission
Cornerstone Community Center
505 N Main Street, DeForest, WI 53532
Regular Commission Meeting Minutes
August 11, 2026, 4:00 p.m.
1. Call to Order
President Monica Smith called the meeting to order.
2. Roll Call
Present:
President Monica Smith
Vice President Jan Steffenhagen-Hahn
Secretary Treasurer Amanda Nickel
Commissioners: Randy Hanson, Anna Lezotte, Denise Powell, Jacob Vehring,
Absent:
Louise Valdovinos
Also present:
Ex-Officio Officer Natalie Raemisch
Note taker Cheryl Ksobiech
3. Pledge of Allegiance
The Commission recited the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. Appearances before the Commission
None
5. Announcements
None
6. Consent Agenda
a. Approval July 14, 2026 Meeting Minutes
The Commission reviewed minutes from July 14, 2026 meeting. No comments or corrections
noted.
Vice President Jan Steffenhagen-Hahn moved to accept the July 14, 2026 meeting minutes.
Secretary Treasurer Amanda Nickel seconded the motion and the motion passed unanimously,
Commissioner Denise Powell abstaining.
b. Bills/Invoices
The Commission reviewed the bills and invoices presented. Best Defense invoice came through,
watching closely for accuracy. No additional comments or questions were shared.
Commissioner Denise Powell moved to approve the Bills/Invoices. Commissioner Jacob
Vehring seconded motion and the motion passed unanimously.
7. Financial Report
a. Financial Reports
The Commission r …
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Thu Oct 8, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
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Wed Oct 7, 2026
Village Board
✓ Decided: Village Board approves growth plan agreement and waste disposal services
The Village Board approved a Future Growth Plan Agreement with Vierbicher Associates, Inc. and a waste disposal services agreement. The Board also authorized a grant agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Dane County and modified a facility use agreement for the Wisconsin River Muskies Football Organization.
- Approved Future Growth Plan Agreement with Vierbicher Associates, Inc. (6-1)
- Approved waste disposal services agreement (7-0)
- Approved grant agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Dane County (7-0)
- Approved partial release and modification of Vision Corner Restriction (7-0)
- Approved modified facility use agreement with Wisconsin River Muskies Football Organization (7-0)
- Proclaimed October 1-8, 2026 as Week Without Driving (7-0)
- Approved September 1, 2026 work session and board minutes (6-0-1)
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VILLAGE BOARD REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 15, 2026 6:00 PM
DeForest Commons
120 S. STEVENSON STREET, DEFOREST, WI
MINUTES
1.
Call Meeting to Order – President Colleen Little called the meeting to order at 6:12 PM.
2.
Roll Call -- Members present at roll call: Trustees Melanie Bartholf via Zoom, Wayne Brown, Brad
Cords, Jim Simpson, Jan Steffenhagen-Hahn via Zoom, Alicia Williams and President Colleen Little. Also
present were Administrator Chang, Finance Director Hennes, Attorney Reuter, Director Blau, Director Allon,
Public Services Deputy Director Hall, Chief Olson, Director O’Malley, Communications Manager Harmon and
Clerk Lundgren.
3.
Recitation of the Pledge of Allegiance
4.
Announcements
5.
Consent Agenda
5.1
Village Board Work Session Minutes 9.1.2026
5.2
Village Board Minutes 9.1.2026
Motion by Trustee Wayne Brown
, seconded by Trustee Alicia Williams, to approve. Motion carried 6-0-1
Trustee Melanie Bartholf abstained
6.
General Public Appearances (This section provides opportunity for public comments regarding
items not listed in the current agenda)**
7.
Presentations
7.1
Resolution 2026-109: A Resolution Proclaiming October 1-8, 2026 as Week Without Driving within the
Village of DeForest
Motion by Trustee Jan Steffenhagen-Hahn, seconded by Trustee Melanie Bartholf, to approve. Motion carried
7-0.
8.
Old Business
8.1
Discussion Regarding Village of DeForest Public Commenting Policy
The Board provided staff with guidan …
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Tue Oct 6, 2026
Police Commission
✓ Decided: Police Commission approves September 3 meeting minutes
The Police Commission approved the minutes from the September 3, 2026, meeting. The commission also held a closed session to interview a lateral police officer candidate.
- Approved September 3, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
- Approved motion to enter closed session for officer selection (unanimous)
- Approved motion to reconvene in open session (unanimous)
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Village of DeForest, Wisconsin
Police Commission
David Collins, President
Bernard Gonzalez III, Vice President Marc Storch, Secretary
Beth Stofflet, Commissioner Mary Albedyll, Commissioner
120 South Stevenson Street, DeForest, WI 53532-1162
(608) 846-6751
__________________________________________________________
Minutes
September 11, 2026
1:00 p.m.
Location of Meeting:
DeForest Police Department
Ordo Ab Chao Room
110 S. Stevenson Street, DeForest WI 53532
I.
Call meeting to order
1:00pm
II.
Roll call
Collins, Stofflet, Albedyll, Storch, Chief Olson, present. Gonzalez excused absence.
III.
Discuss and potentially approve minutes of meeting of September 3, 2026
Tabled until after closed session. After closed session, Stofflet moved to approve minutes as
amended, Albedyll seconded, unanimously approved.
IV.
Public comments
None (note that the meeting room was altered however signage was placed to show
modified location.
V.
Convene into Closed Session – Police Officer Selection Process
Motion by Storch, seconded by Albedyll, roll call vote unanimously approved.
VI.
Reconvene in Open Session
Motion made by Stofflet, seconded by Albedyll, roll call vote unanimously approved.
VII.
Action resulting from Closed Session
Interviewed the lateral candidate and will be passing on our recommendations to the Chief.
VIII.
Adjournment
1:50pm
POSTED AT:
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Fri Oct 2, 2026
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Wed Sep 23, 2026
Planning & Zoning Commission
✓ Decided: DeForest commission approves Tommy's Express Car Wash site plan at 120 Evco Circle
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site plan for a Tommy's Express Car Wash on the 1.7-acre parcel at 120 Evco Circle, the former Wendy's site, on a 7-0 vote with conditions. The commission also received a concept plan presentation for 'The Knolls,' a proposed 96-acre development with 145 single-family homes and 42 duplex condominium units, but took no action on it. The July 28, 2026 minutes were approved 7-0, and the meeting adjourned at 7:18 PM.
- Approved car wash site plan at 120 Evco Circle (7-0), with conditions on plans, stormwater, signage, screening, and lighting
- Approved July 28, 2026 minutes (7-0)
- Received concept plan for 'The Knolls' 96-acre development (145 single-family homes, 42 duplex condos); no action taken
- Adjourned at 7:18 PM (7-0)
📄 From the minutes
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Planning and Zoning Minutes 8.25.2026 APPROVED
PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION
TUESDAY, AUGUST 25, 2026 6:00
MINUTES
1.
Call to Order and Roll Call. Present at roll call Jim Simpson, Doug Wierzba, Jean Mancheski,
Colleen Little, Mike Broge, Caitlin Shanahan and Lisa Streit via Zoom. Staff present; Brandi
Cooper, Zoning Administrator; Alex Allon, Community Development Director; Mark Roffers,
Village Planning Consultant; Rachel Covey, Community Development Assistant.
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Approval of Minutes
Motion by Little to approve July 28, 2026 minutes. Seconded by Broge. Broge asked for
confirmation if DMK submitted a noise study. Roffers confirmed that they completed the study
and it showed that they do have some mitigation along the west wall of the building.
Motion carried 7-0.
4.
General Public Appearances (Appearances under this section shall be regarding items not on
the agenda). None
5.
Presentation/Discussion
5.1 Concept plan for the proposed “The Knolls” single-family residential and duplex
condominium development over approximately 96 acres near the north edge of the
Conservancy Place Planned Unit Development (Parcel 0910-191-8522-1)
5.1.1 Presentations
Roffers presented a concept review for The Knolls development, which follows the previously
approved Preliminary Development Plan (PDP) amendment and serves as an opportunity for
the Plan Commission to provide feedback before reviewing the Final Developm …
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💰 Federal awards (top 8 by amount)
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| $148,865 | HOOPER CORPORATION Department of Veterans Affairs · 676-25-204 REPLACE STEAM LINES BETWEEN B36 AND B40 AT TOMAH VA MEDICAL |
| $72,900 | COMPLETE MOBILE DENTISTRY, INC. Department of Health and Human Services · AIDC-ENDODONTIC SERVICES. |
| $44,450 | HOOPER CORPORATION Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY STEAM LINE REPAIR |
| $31,121 | HOOPER CORPORATION Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY STEAM LEAK REPAIRS 676 TOMAH VA MEDICAL CENTER |
| $27,895 | HOOPER CORPORATION Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY BROKEN SEWER LINE REPAIR AND REMEDIATION WILLIAM S. MIDDLETO |
| $9,926 | HOOPER CORPORATION Department of the Interior · USGS WASTEWATER PIT INSPECTION AND CLEANING FOR THE NATIONAL WILDLIFE |
| $7,423 | HOOPER CORPORATION Department of Veterans Affairs · EMERGENCY AIR SEPARATOR TANK REPAIR SERVICE. |
| $4,095 | HOOPER CORPORATION Department of Veterans Affairs · FOR THE ONE-TIME STEAM LEAK REPAIR AT THE TOMAH VA MEDICAL CENTER (TOM |
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Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,472/mo (63 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy10.3% (low numeracy 16% · 2017)
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Annual budget
$52.7M
Debt outstanding
664
Permitted housing units
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