Waterford public meetings in 2025

Village Board

The Village Board will meet to consider an executive session regarding the annual performance evaluation of the Village Administrator. The board may take action on items deliberated during the closed session.

• Annual Performance Evaluation of the Village Administrator

The Village Board accepted the December 12, 2025 meeting minutes and the November 24, 2025 special board minutes. It entered an executive session to discuss employee personnel matters, then reconvened in open session, directed President Jaskie to act on items from the closed session, and adjourned. No policy, budget, or other substantive decisions were made.

• Accepted Dec 12 2025 meeting minutes and 11/24/25 special minutes (all ayes)
• Convene executive session per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) (all ayes)
• Approve annual performance evaluation of Village Administrator (all ayes)
• Reopen open session at 8:25 pm (all ayes)
• Direct President Jaskie to act on items from closed session (all ayes)
• Adjourn meeting at 8:28 pm (all ayes)

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider three different options for street lighting on E. Main St. and may take action on a 3-year maintenance contract for standby generators at the treatment plant and Village Hall.

• Discussion of three lighting options for E. Main St., including new Cobra poles with electric drops for decorations
• Possible action on a 3-year PM Maintenance Contract for standby generators at Village Hall and treatment plant
• Engineer's report on East Main Street Reconstruction with $422,837.87 in WisDOT LRIP funding
• Status update on Well 6 construction (1,600 foot depth)
• Proposal for a pedestrian bridge from Village Hall to the old fire station

The committee approved the minutes from the November 17, 2025 meeting. It voted to move forward with cobra lighting and asked staff to provide cost estimates for retrofitting existing poles. It also approved a three‑year maintenance plan for the Village Hall and treatment‑plant generators. The meeting was adjourned at 4:47 p.m.

• Approved 11-17-25 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved moving forward with cobra lighting; staff to supply retrofit cost numbers (unanimous)
• Approved 3-year maintenance plan for Village Hall and treatment plant generators (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:47 p.m. (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Police & Fire Commission will consider a motion to convene an Executive Session under Wisconsin Statute §19.85(1)(c) to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance‑evaluation data of public employees. It will also consider a motion to reconvene the meeting in open session and a motion to act on items previously deliberated in closed session. The agenda includes review and approval of the November 11, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Motion to convene into Executive Session per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) for personnel data
• Motion to reconvene the meeting into open session
• Motion to act on items deliberated in the prior closed session
• Review and approval of minutes from the 11‑11‑2025 meeting

The Police and Fire Commission approved the appointment of John Armstrong as a Volunteer firefighter, with a 90-day probationary period and updates required at the January, February, and March meetings. The commission also accepted the prior meeting minutes and held an executive session on employment matters. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved appointment of John Armstrong as Volunteer firefighter with 90-day probation (unanimous)
• Accepted Chief Rozina's recommendation to add John Armstrong to eligibility list (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of 11-11-25 Fire Commission meeting (unanimous)
• Convened into executive session for employment/performance review (unanimous)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board approved the 2026 operating budget and the 2024 audited financial statements. Trustees authorized the sale of an unaddressed parcel on Cornerstone Crossing and approved the purchase of a new $400,000 Vactor truck for the Department of Public Works. The board also adopted contracts for utilities inspections and uniform services.

• Approved the 2026 Village budget by roll‑call vote
• Approved the 2024 audited financial statements
• Authorized sale of Parcel 191041925020019 on Cornerstone Crossing via public upset bid sale
• Approved purchase of a new $400,000 Vactor truck for DPW
• Approved contracts with Hydrocorp for utilities cross‑connection inspections and with Cintas for uniform services (projected $2,500 annual savings)

The board accepted the November 10 and November 24 meeting minutes. It appointed the 2026‑2027 election inspectors and approved the RCEDC contract for 2026 services. The board held an executive session to discuss personnel matters, then returned to open session and adjourned.

• Accepted November 10 and November 24 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Appointed 2026‑2027 election inspectors (all ayes)
• Approved RCEDC contract for 2026 services (all ayes)
• Convene executive session at 6:28 PM for personnel matters (all ayes)
• Approved annual performance evaluation of Village Administrator (all ayes)
• Reconvene open session at 7:20 PM (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:20 PM (all ayes)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will consider a motion to grant Oak Wine & Spirits a Class B beer and Class C wine license. It will review the development agreement and plans for the property at 586 Gravity Court and consider a resolution authorizing its sale to Matthew Kranich. The board will also hold an executive session on personnel matters, then reconvene in open session to address items from the closed session.

• Motion to grant Oak Wine & Spirits a Class B beer and Class C wine license
• Review of development agreement and plans for 586 Gravity Court
• Resolution 1040-112425 authorizing sale of 586 Gravity Court to Matthew Kranich
• Executive session to discuss Village Administrator performance evaluation
• Motion to reconvene the meeting in open session

The board approved a verbal lease and Class “B ” Beer and “Class C ” Wine licenses for Oak Wine & Spirits to operate in Ten Club Park from Dec. 5‑31, 2025. It also approved the Development Agreement and plans for 586 Gravity Court and adopted Resolution 1040-112425 authorizing the sale of that property to Matthew Kranich. The board entered an executive session to discuss employee matters, then reconvened and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved verbal lease and Class “B ” Beer and “Class C ” Wine licenses for Oak Wine & Spirits (all ayes)
• Approved Development Agreement and plans for 586 Gravity Court (all ayes)
• Authorized sale of 586 Gravity Court to Matthew Kranich via Resolution 1040-112425 (all ayes)
• Entered executive session to consider employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance data (all ayes)
• Reopened meeting in open session (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:11 PM (all ayes)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss long-term street improvement projects, including engineering and potential referendum questions. The body will also consider ordinances for low speed vehicles and RFPs for special events at 10 Club Park.

• Street improvement projects for 2026-2030 including ROW acquisition and grants
• Low Speed Vehicle Ordinance
• RFP issuance for Special Events in 10 Club Park
• Pedestrian bridge near Waterford Impoundment Dam
• Possible referendum question for street projects

The committee approved the amended minutes from 10‑20‑25 and 10‑29‑25. It voted to recommend that the Village Board pursue planning for 2026‑2030 street improvement projects. The committee also approved bringing engineering proposals to the committee (2‑1 vote) and tasked staff to draft a low‑speed vehicle ordinance and an RFP for Ten Club Park special events. The meeting was adjourned at 5:22 p.m.

• Approved amended minutes (10‑20‑25, 10‑29‑25) – unanimous
• Recommended Village Board pursue 2026‑2030 street improvement planning – unanimous
• Approved bringing engineering proposals to committee (2 in favor, 1 opposed)
• Tasked staff to write low‑speed vehicle ordinance – pending committee approval
• Tasked staff to write RFP for Ten Club Park special events – pending committee approval
• Adjourned meeting at 5:22 p.m. – unanimous

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Police & Fire Commission will convene into an executive session to discuss public employee employment, promotion, and compensation data before reconvening to open session.

• Approval of September 9, 2025 meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding public employee data
• Reconvene to open session
• Action on items deliberated in closed session

The commission accepted the September 9, 2025 Fire Commission minutes. After an executive session, it approved Chief Rozina’s recommendation to add Charlie Jones to the eligibility list and to appoint him as a volunteer firefighter. The application for John Armstrong was tabled until the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 5:45 p.m.

• Accepted September 9, 2025 Fire Commission minutes (all aye)
• Constituted executive session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) (all aye)
• Reopened open session (all aye)
• Added Charlie Jones to eligibility list per Chief Rozina’s recommendation (all aye)
• Appointed Charlie Jones as Volunteer Firefighter (all aye)
• Tabled John Armstrong’s application until next meeting (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:45 p.m. (all aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will review the Finance Committee's recommended 2026 budget and consider a public upset bid sale for an unaddressed parcel on Cornerstone Crossing. The meeting also includes discussions on a Vactor Truck purchase, a contract for utilities cross connection inspections, and a uniform service contract with Cintas.

• Public Hearing: 2026 Budget
• Public upset bid sale for Parcel 191041925020019 on Cornerstone Crossing
• Discussion: Purchase of a Vactor Truck
• Discussion: Contract with Hydrocorp for Utilities Cross Connection Inspection services
• Discussion: Uniform service contract with Cintas

The board adopted the 2026 village budget by roll‑call vote. It also authorized the sale of an unaddressed parcel at Cornerstone Crossing to the highest bidder. Additional actions included approving a new Vactor truck purchase, repairing an existing vacuum‑truck pump, and adopting two service contracts.

• Approved 2026 budget (Nash‑aye, Pollnow‑aye, Jaskie‑aye, McReynolds‑aye, Dunham‑aye, Ewert‑aye) – motion passed
• Approved 2024 audited financial statements (all ayes) – motion passed
• Authorized sale of Parcel 191041925020019 at Cornerstone Crossing to highest bidder (all ayes) – motion passed
• Approved repair of pump on old vacuum truck (all ayes) – motion passed
• Approved purchase of new $400K Vactor Truck (Nash‑aye, Pollnow‑aye, Jaskie‑aye, McReynolds‑nay, Dunham‑aye, Ewert‑aye) – motion passed
• Approved contract with Hydrocorp for utilities cross‑connection inspection services (all ayes) – motion passed
• Approved contract with Cintas for uniform services (all ayes) – motion passed
• Approved annual performance evaluation of the Village Administrator (all ayes) – motion passed

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance Committee will consider the 2024 audited financial statements and review year‑to‑date financials. The committee will vote on a motion to recommend that the Village Board approve the 2026 Final Draft Budget. Minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting will be approved with an edit noting a $6,500 library budget increase. The meeting will conclude with adjournment.

• Approve 10/13/25 Finance Committee minutes (edit adding $6,500 library budget increase)
• Recommend approval of the 2026 Final Draft Budget to the Village Board
• Presentation of 2024 audited financials by Kevin Kryzinski
• Review of year‑to‑date financials
• Adjournment

Public Works Committee

The committee will discuss alternatives for the Vac Truck and the acquisition of a tent and improvements at 10 Club Park. Members will also consider 2026 fees for tented space at the south end of 10 Club Park.

• Discussion on Vac Truck status and alternatives
• Contracting services in 10 Club Park (Executive Session)
• Acquisition of a tent and improvements in 10 Club Park
• 2026 fees for use of tented space at South end of 10 Club Park

The Public Works & Utilities Committee recommended repairing the existing Vac truck and purchasing a new one for $408,215, with a trade‑in valued up to $27,000. It also approved a lease extension for Oak Wine & Spirits at Ten Club Park, a $67,000 budget amendment for a tent, stage, heaters and concrete work, and a $500 per‑event rental fee for the new tent. All motions were adopted unanimously.

• Approved recommendation to repair Vac truck and purchase new Vac truck for $408,215 (unanimous)
• Approved convening an executive session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(e) (unanimous)
• Approved reconvening into open session (unanimous)
• Approved lease extension for Oak Wine & Spirits at Ten Club Park (15% of gross sales) (unanimous)
• Approved $67,000 budget amendment for tent, stage, heaters, and concrete work (unanimous)
• Approved $500 per‑event rental fee for use of new tent in Ten Club Park (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment at 6:32 pm (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Waterford Public Works & Utilities Committee will discuss motions on parking on public streets and on unimproved properties. It will also review quotes for AV equipment for Village Hall, warning signage on HWY 164 as part of a repaving project, and several contract proposals including a Cintas uniform contract and a five‑year HydroCorp contract for commercial cross‑connection inspections. Additional items include flags for the 250th Independence Day celebration, the Christmas Market, and regulations for golf carts and low‑speed vehicles.

• Discussion on parking on public streets – consider a motion for action
• Discussion on parking on unimproved properties – consider a motion for action
• Discussion on AV equipment quotes for Village Hall – consider a motion for action
• Discussion on warning signage on HWY 164 as part of repaving project – consider a motion for action
• Discussion on Cintas uniform contract – consider a motion for action

The Public Works & Utilities Committee approved the September meeting minutes and a $500 fee for Spanky's events to fund the fire department. It also approved several contracts and purchases, including a 5‑year uniform contract with Cintas and a 4‑year HydroCorp inspection contract, and voted to table several projects for further study. All motions were carried unanimously.

• Approved 09‑15‑25 and 09‑30‑25 minutes (all aye)
• Approved $500 fee per Spanky's event for fire department (all aye)
• Approved leaving Village Hall Board Room AV system as is (all aye)
• Approved continuing vendor negotiations for Christmas Parade and New Year’s Eve events (all aye)
• Tabled discussions on golf carts and low‑speed vehicles; staff to research proposal (all aye)
• Tabled Village Hall Park pedestrian bridge and stage design engineering (all aye)
• Approved forgoing warning signage on Hwy 164 repaving project (all aye)
• Approved Cintas 5‑year uniform contract (all aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will meet in executive session to discuss the annual performance evaluation of the Village Administrator. The board may take action on items deliberated during the closed session.

• Annual Performance Evaluation of the Village Administrator

The Village Board voted unanimously to enter an executive session to discuss the Village Administrator’s performance evaluation. They then voted to reconvene in open session at 12:57 PM. The board also approved continuing the closed‑session discussion at the November 10, 2025 meeting. Finally, the meeting was adjourned at 12:59 PM.

• Enter executive session on employment and performance data (all ayes, motion passed)
• Reconvene into open session at 12:57 PM (all ayes, motion carried)
• Continue closed‑session deliberations at November 10, 2025 meeting (all ayes, motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting at 12:59 PM (all ayes, motion carried)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance Committee met on Oct 20, 2025 to review the 2026 final draft budget. The committee approved a $6,500 increase to the library budget and raised the transfer from TID 3 to General Government to $146,500. It also recommended approval of the Fire Department budget and forwarded all budget items to the Village Board. The meeting adjourned at 5:51 p.m.

• Increase library budget allocation by $6,500
• Raise transfer from TID 3 to General Government to $146,500 (up $6,500)
• Recommend approval of the Fire Department budget to the Village Board
• Recommend all budget items to the Village Board
• Approve minutes of the Oct 13, 2025 Finance Committee meeting

The committee approved its October 13, 2025 minutes with an edit noting the $6,500 library budget increase. It then recommended that the Village Board approve the 2026 Final Draft Budget. The meeting was adjourned at 5:25 pm.

• Approved Finance Committee minutes (with edit) – motion carried (all ayes)
• Recommended approval of 2026 Final Draft Budget to Village Board – motion carried (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting – motion carried (all ayes)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will review plans for a warehouse-office building at 586 Gravity Court. The agenda also includes the approval of September 17, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Review of warehouse plans for 586 Gravity Court
• Approval of September 17, 2025 Plan Commission minutes

The commission approved the September 17, 2025 Plan Commission minutes. It also approved the plans for warehouse space at 586 Gravity Court, contingent on staff approval of the landscape plan, colors, and photo‑realistic renderings. The meeting was adjourned at 6:06 pm.

• Approved September 17, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Approved warehouse plans for 586 Gravity Court, pending staff approval of landscape plan, colors, and renderings (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:06 pm (unanimous)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Village Finance Committee will present and discuss the 2026 budget for the Library and Fire services and consider a motion to approve those items. Members will also recommend approval of the broader 2026 budget items to the Village Board. A separate motion will be considered to present information on future borrowings to the Village Board.

• Presentation and discussion of the 2026 Budget for Library and Fire
• Motion to recommend approval of the 2026 budget items to the Village Board
• Motion to present information on future borrowings to the Village Board
• Approval of the October 6, 2025 Finance Committee minutes
• Adjournment of the meeting at 6:31 pm

The committee approved its October 6, 2025 minutes. It voted to add $6,500 to the library budget and raise the transfer from TID 3 to $146,500. It also recommended the fire department budget and all agenda items to the Village Board.

• Approved 10/6/25 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Approved $6,500 library budget increase and raise TID 3 transfer to $146,500 (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Fire Department Budget to Village Board (unanimous)
• Recommended all agenda items to Village Board (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:51 pm (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board adopted a resolution authorizing the sale of taxable general‑obligation refunding bonds not to exceed $7,525,000. It also approved a $2,428,600 general‑obligation promissory note issue for Well #6 and a $310‑per‑month cloud‑based accounting contract with Caselle. Additional items include public hearings on a Degrave Farms subdivision plat amendment and a Police and Fire Commission ordinance amendment.

• Adopted Resolution 1036-090825 authorizing up to $7,525,000 taxable GO refunding bonds
• Adopted Resolution 1037-090825 authorizing up to $2,428,600 GO promissory notes for Well #6
• Contract with Caselle for cloud‑based accounting services at $310 per month
• Public hearing on Ordinance 713-1013125 – Degrave Farms subdivision plat amendment
• Public hearing on Ordinance 714-1013125 – Police and Fire Commission ordinance amendment

The board approved a one‑time $1,000,000 tax‑levy revenue advance for Waterford Graded School District, subject to legal review. It also accepted offers to purchase property at 402 S. 6th St and 502 Orbit Pkwy. Additional actions included approving a new agent for Ultra Mart Foods, several ordinance amendments, a preventative siren‑maintenance contract, and new appointments to village commissions.

• Accepted corrected 9/8/25 meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Approved Ultra Mart Foods (Pick n’ Save) agent Nicole Lueck (all ayes)
• Confirmed appointments: Carl Oberhardt (Board of Appeals), John Palmer (Tourism Commission), Kelli Dunham (Plan Commission) (all ayes)
• Approved Ordinance 713-101325 Degrave Farms Plat amendment (all ayes)
• Approved Ordinance 714-101325 Police and Fire Commission ordinance (all ayes)
• Approved $1,900 per year ECS preventative maintenance contract for 4 warning sirens (all ayes)
• Approved $1,000,000 tax‑levy revenue advance for Waterford Graded School District (Nash nay; others ayes)
• Accepted purchase offers for 402 S. 6th St and 502 Orbit Pkwy (all ayes)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Finance Committee will present and discuss the 2026 Village budget covering sections such as general government, taxes, public works, water, sewer, and debt service. The committee will also consider a discussion of future borrowing plans. The agenda includes a review of the 2025 E Main Street Project with recommendations on utility lines and decorative lighting. Motions will be taken on removing the Village Hall kiosk, researching vacuum‑truck services, and mailing cost details to affected property owners.

• Presentation and discussion of the 2026 budget (multiple sections including Gen Gov, taxes, water, sewer, debt service)
• Motion to accept most budget items while removing the Village Hall kiosk
• Discussion of future borrowing plans
• Review of the 2025 E Main Street Project – recommendation not to bury utility lines or add decorative lighting
• Motion to research vacuum‑truck services and to mail cost details to impacted property owners

The committee approved the September 22, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It then recommended that the Village Board approve the presented 2026 budget items. The committee also agreed to present information on future borrowings to the Village Board. The meeting was adjourned at 6:31 p.m.

• Approved 9/22/25 Finance Committee minutes (all aye)
• Recommended Village Board approve 2026 budget items (all aye)
• Agreed to present future borrowing information to Village Board (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:31 p.m. (all aye)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee will review and discuss a draft contract for joint police services between the Village and Town of Waterford for 2026 and beyond. The committee will consider a motion for action regarding the terms of the agreement.

• Review of draft joint police services contract for 2026
• Discussion of contract terms between Village and Town of Waterford

The committee approved the August 13, 2025 Village of Waterford Police Exploratory Committee minutes. Members discussed a draft 2026 police contract and agreed to use the Sauk City joint‑police model, with Jackson obtaining that contract for review. It was decided to schedule the next joint meeting after Police Chief Tim O'Neill compiles call‑volume data. The meeting was adjourned at 5:10 p.m.

• Approved 8/13/25 Village of Waterford Police Exploratory Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to obtain Sauk City joint‑police contract for review
• Decided to schedule next joint meeting after call‑volume data is compiled
• Adjourned meeting at 5:10 p.m. (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review the 2026 budget, including sections for water, sewer, streets, parks, and impact fees. The committee will consider a motion for action on these items.

• Review 2026 budget sections: Water, Sewer, Streets, Parks
• Consider motion for action on budget items
• Discussion on Park Impact Fees
• Review of Riverside Docks and Conservation
• Review of Garbage and Recycling

The Public Works & Utilities Committee approved the amended park rental fees, raising chalet rentals in Corner Park to $100 per day and removing the side‑street closing fee. The committee also approved the 2026 budget, which includes $250,000 for a new VAC truck and reduces the contractual services repair & maintenance allocation to $12,000. The meeting was adjourned at 6:20 p.m.

• Approved amended park rental fees (all aye)
• Approved 2026 budget as amended (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:20 p.m. (all aye)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance Committee will present and discuss the 2026 budget, covering sections such as TID2 Lease Revenue, Water, Sewer, Capital projects, utility employee costs, and debt service. The committee will also review the 2025 E Main Street Project and consider motions for action on both items. August year‑to‑date financials will be reviewed as well.

• Presentation and discussion of the 2026 budget sections (TID2 Lease Revenue, TID2‑4, Water, Water Capital, Sewer, Sewer Capital, Utility Employees Sheet, Debt Service)
• Consideration of a motion to act on the 2026 budget
• Review and discussion of the 2025 E Main Street Project
• Consideration of a motion to act on the E Main Street Project
• Review of August year‑to‑date financials

The committee approved the September 8, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It accepted the majority of the 2026 budget items, removed the Village Hall kiosk, and directed research on vac‑truck services. It recommended not burying overhead utility lines or adding decorative lighting for the 2025 E Main Street Project. It ordered that project cost details be mailed to affected owners and that a joint Village Board/Finance meeting be scheduled.

• Approved 9/8/25 Finance Committee minutes (unanimous aye)
• Accepted most 2026 budget items, removed Village Hall kiosk, and tasked vac‑truck service research (unanimous aye)
• Recommended not burying overhead utility lines and not installing decorative lighting for 2025 E Main Street Project (passed, all aye except one nay)
• Ordered mailed letters with cost spreadsheet to impacted property owners and set up joint Village Board/Finance meeting (unanimous aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:58 pm (unanimous aye)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will convene at 6:00 p.m. on September 17, 2025. Commissioners will conduct a public hearing to consider an amendment to the Trailside Landing Subdivision Phase III. After discussion, the commission may move to adopt a motion for action on the amendment.

• Public hearing to consider amendment to Trailside Landing Subdivision Phase III

The commission unanimously approved an amendment adding an additional single‑family parcel to the Trailside Landing Subdivision Phase III. It also approved the September 1‑6‑2025 Plan Commission minutes and formally closed the public hearing. The meeting was adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

• Approved amendment to Trailside Landing Subdivision Phase III (unanimous)
• Approved September 1‑6‑2025 Plan Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Works Committee

The Waterford Public Works & Utilities Committee will hold a discussion on establishing a weekly curbside bulk pick‑up and recycling service and consider a motion to act on it. The committee will also discuss the Village Hall Park pedestrian bridge project and related site improvements, with a motion to act also considered. Reports from the Streets Director, Parks Director, and Engineer will be reviewed, and no formal actions are scheduled at this meeting.

• Discussion of curbside bulk pick‑up and recycling every week (potential motion)
• Discussion of Village Hall Park pedestrian bridge project and site improvements (potential motion)
• Review of reports from Streets Director, Parks Director, and Engineer
• Discussion of village property rental fees (staff to propose later)
• Discussion of pedestrian bridge over the Fox River (no action taken)

The Public Works & Utilities Committee approved the previous meeting minutes. It voted to recommend adding curbside bulk pick‑up and weekly recycling to the village garbage program for 2026. The discussion on a pedestrian bridge over the Fox River was tabled until more information is provided. The meeting was adjourned at 4:54 p.m.

• Approved 08-18-25 minutes (all aye)
• Recommended adding curbside bulk pick‑up and weekly recycling to 2026 garbage program (all aye)
• Tabled pedestrian bridge discussion pending more information (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:54 p.m. (all aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will review a draft ordinance that would formally establish the commission under Wisconsin Statutes §62.13. Commissioners will also receive updates on commission rules, fire department events, and coordination with the village police. Motions will be considered to hold part of the meeting in executive session to discuss personnel matters, and to reconvene in open session for further action.

• Review draft ordinance to establish the Police and Fire Commission
• Update on Rules of the Fire & Police Commission
• Discuss events that benefit the Fire Department
• Update on Fire Commission participation with Village Police
• Consider motion to convene executive session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) for personnel data

The commission approved the June 10, 2025 Fire Commission minutes and recommended the draft fire and police ordinance to the Village Board. It entered an executive session, then reconvened in open session. The commission added Zeke Jackson to the eligibility list and appointed him as a Volunteer Firefighter before adjourning at 5:55 pm.

• Approved 6-10-25 Fire Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of draft fire and police ordinance to Village Board (unanimous)
• Convene into executive session per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) (unanimous)
• Reconvene into open session (unanimous)
• Add Zeke Jackson to eligibility list (unanimous)
• Appoint Zeke Jackson as Volunteer Firefighter (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 5:55 pm (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss authorizing several large financial instruments, including refunding bonds and promissory notes for water system improvements. The board will also consider new EMS fees for frequent callers and a contract for cloud-based accounting services.

• Resolution 1037-090825: Issuance and sale of up to $2,428,600 in General Obligation Promissory Notes for water system projects
• Resolution 1036-090825: Issuance of up to $7,525,000 in Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds
• Ordinance 712-090825: Establishing fees for frequent EMS calls for service and non-transport properties
• Proposed contract with Caselle for cloud-based accounting services
• Swearing in of a new Village Trustee

The board accepted the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes. They appointed Don Houston to the Finance Committee and Kelli Dunham as a village trustee. The board authorized issuance of $2.4286 million general‑obligation notes for Well #6 and approved $7.525 million taxable general‑obligation refunding bonds. They also approved a $310‑per‑month cloud‑accounting contract and postponed the EMS fee ordinance.

• Accepted September 8 minutes (all ayes)
• Appointed Don Houston to Finance Committee (Goldammer, Pollnow, Jaskie, McReynolds, Ewert all aye)
• Appointed Kelli Dunham as Village Trustee (Goldammer, Pollnow, Jaskie, McReynolds aye; Ewert nay)
• Authorized $2.4286 M GO promissory notes for Well #6 (all ayes)
• Tabled EMS fee ordinance (all ayes)
• Authorized $7.525 M taxable GO refunding bonds (all ayes)
• Approved cloud‑accounting contract with Caselle at $310/month (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting (all ayes)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance Committee will review and discuss the 2026 budget for EMS and Fire operations, consider moving Caselle software to the cloud, review year-to-date 2025 financials, and discuss cost estimates for the East Main St. project. The committee may take action on these items.

• 2026 budget sections for EMS Operations, Interfacility, Rescue 102 Grant, Fire Operations, Fire Stipend, Fire 2% Dues, Fire Donations, Fire & EMS Impact Fees
• Caselle Software cloud migration proposal with $310 monthly maintenance increase
• East Main St. project cost estimate of $2,558,000 from We Energies (relocation of electric facilities)
• YTD 2025 financials review (revenues at 98% of budget, expenditures at various percentages)
• EMS revenue and run data: 394 runs in 2025, interfacility revenue declining from $344,628 in 2021 to $12,962 in 2024

The committee approved the July 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It approved a contract with Caselle to migrate the software from the server to the cloud. The 2025 year‑to‑date financials were tabled to the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 5:57 p.m.

• Approved July 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (all aye)
• Approved contract with Caselle to move software to the cloud (all aye)
• Tabled 2025 YTD Financials to next meeting (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:57 p.m. (all aye)

Village Board

Village President Adam Jaskie will conduct interviews for Village Board Trustee candidates. The notice states this meeting is informational and no Village Board business will be conducted.

• Interviews for Village Board Trustee candidates

Public Works Committee

The Public Works & Utilities Committee will discuss establishing rental fees for village-owned properties, parks, and streets. The body will also consider a proposal for a pedestrian bridge connecting the East and West Banks of the Fox River at Village Hall Park.

• Discussion of rental fees for village properties, parks, streets, and chalets
• Proposal for a pedestrian bridge at Village Hall Park
• Engineer's report on East Main Street Reconstruction with $422,837.87 in WisDOT LRIP funding
• Update on Well 6 project with loan closing deadline of September 24, 2025
• Status update on Neumann Homes and Pre/3 multi-family developments

The Public Works & Utilities Committee approved the June 16, 2025 meeting minutes and then adjourned the session. No decisions were made on the village property rental fee proposal or the pedestrian bridge over the Fox River.

• Approved June 16, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee will review and discuss a draft contract for joint police services between the Village and Town of Waterford for 2026 and beyond. The committee will also hold discussions with the Town of Waterford’s Police Committee regarding shared services.

• Review of draft contract for joint police services for 2026 and beyond
• Discussion with Town of Waterford’s Police Committee on shared services
• Review of cost-sharing formula based on population (50%) and equalized assessed value (50%)
• Discussion of staffing levels including 4 full-time officers, 1 Chief, and a part-time joint Clerk of Court

The committee approved its August 1, 2025 meeting minutes. It then approved a draft police contract for 2026 and beyond, incorporating grammatical corrections. The members scheduled a joint meeting with the Town of Waterford Police Committee for August 26, 2025 at 8:30 a.m. The meeting was adjourned at 9:45 a.m.

• Approved August 1, 2025 meeting minutes (all aye)
• Approved draft police contract for 2026‑plus with grammatical corrections (all aye)
• Scheduled joint meeting with Town of Waterford Police Committee on Aug 26 2025 at 8:30 a.m.
• Adjourned meeting at 9:45 a.m.

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will meet to discuss and potentially approve a plan to repair and repaint Water Tower 2, with a cost of $12,555. The meeting will also include routine procedural items, reports from various departments, and discussions on other community matters.

• Repair and repainting of Water Tower 2 for $12,555.00
• Approval of various licenses
• Swearing in of public officers
• Reports from DPW, Parks & Facilities, Library, Fire Chief, Police Chief, Treasurer, Clerk, and Administrator
• Review and confirmation of committee, commission, and board appointments

The board accepted the July 14 meeting minutes unanimously. It approved a $12,555 repair and repaint of Water Tower 2, adding the village logo, with a 5‑1 vote. The board announced a vacancy for a trustee and set a candidate application deadline of August 29, with interviews scheduled for September 2‑5. The meeting was adjourned at 6:27 PM.

• Accepted July 14 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Water Tower 2 repair and repaint for $12,555 (5-1)
• Announced trustee vacancy and set application deadline (informational)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:27 PM (unanimous)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Waterford Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee will review a draft contract for joint police services between the Village and Town of Waterford, including terms for shared staffing, cost-sharing, and oversight. The meeting will also include discussion with the Town of Waterford’s Police Committee about potential joint/shared services.

• Draft contract review for 2026+ joint police services between Village and Town of Waterford
• Discussion on joint/shared police services with Town of Waterford’s Police Committee
• Cost-sharing formula based on 50% population and 50% equalized assessed value (Town: 55.1%, Village: 44.9%)
• Staffing plan: 1 full-time officer per shift, 1 school resource officer, part-time coverage (400 hours/year)
• Joint Police Operations Oversight Committee with 3 residents from each community for policy recommendations

The Police Exploratory Committee approved the minutes from the April 2, 2025 meeting. Members discussed a draft police services agreement and agreed to make minor edits before updating the draft. The meeting was adjourned at 9:58 a.m.

• Approved April 2, 2025 Police Exploratory Committee minutes (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:58 am (all aye)

Board of Appeals

The Board of Appeals will hold a public hearing to review a rear lot line setback for a deck. The board will consider a motion to grant an appeal for the deck's encroachment into the setback.

• Public hearing for rear lot line setback review at 814 River Ridge Cir
• Appeal for deck encroachment into setback at 814 River Ridge Dr
• Review and action on October 9, 2023 meeting minutes

The Board approved the minutes from the October 9, 2023 meeting. It closed the public hearing on a deck setback issue at 814 River Ridge Circle. The Board granted a variance to Kevin Reed to build stairs off his deck at that address.

• Approved 10/9/23 Board of Appeals minutes (all ayes)
• Closed public hearing on deck encroachment at 814 River Ridge Cir (all ayes)
• Granted variance to Kevin Reed for stairs off deck at 814 River Ridge Cir (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 3:11 PM (all ayes)

Heritage District Design Committee

The Heritage District Design Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on proposed plans for 107 N 2nd St (2nd Street Stuff).

• Review and discussion of proposed plans for 107 N 2nd St (2nd Street Stuff)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss a quote for a new water tower emblem and a bid for a second pier at the launch. The body will also consider parking complaints on Jefferson St and bench placement at the Waterford Settler’s Cemetery.

• Quote for new water tower emblem: $12,555.00
• Bid for 2nd Pier at the launch
• Parking complaints along Jefferson St
• Bench placement at the Waterford Settler’s Cemetery
• Water tower renderings

The committee approved the minutes from May 19, 2025. It accepted the Cemetery Committee's bench purchase recommendation and approved a $49,910 bid from QSP Utility pending further review of bid requirements and district funding. Discussion on Jefferson Street parking was tabled until October, and a new paint scheme and logo for the Jefferson St water tower were approved. The meeting was adjourned at 5:04 p.m.

• Approved meeting minutes (all aye)
• Approved Cemetery Committee bench purchase recommendation (all aye)
• Tabled Jefferson Street parking discussion until October (all aye)
• Approved QSP Utility bid for $49,910 pending further review (all aye)
• Approved painting and updated logo on Jefferson St water tower (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:04 p.m. (all aye)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will review two sections of the Village Code of Ordinances. The body will consider motions for action regarding regulations for sound emissions and special events.

• Review of Village Code Chapter 245-114 relating to sound emissions
• Review of Village Code Chapter 188 relating to special events

The Plan Commission approved the June 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to keep the current municipal code for sound emissions (Chapter 245‑114) unchanged. It also voted to keep the current municipal code for special events (Chapter 188) unchanged. Both motions passed unanimously and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved June 18, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (all aye)
• Maintained current Chapter 245‑114 sound emissions code (all aye)
• Maintained current Chapter 188 special events code (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:55 pm (all aye)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss a plan of finance for municipal debt with Baird and review the 2025 financials.

• Discussion with Baird regarding municipal debt finance plan
• Review of 2025 Financials
• Proposed borrowing items including $1.5 million for E Main Lines Buried
• Proposed borrowing items including $1.5 million for Roadway
• Proposed borrowing items including $1 million for First Station Upgrade to Incubator

The committee approved the 5/12/25 Finance Committee minutes. It voted to recommend the Village’s Plan of Finance for Municipal Debt to the Village Board and to continue the process. The meeting was adjourned at 5:37 PM.

• Approved 5/12/25 Finance Committee minutes (all aye)
• Recommended Plan of Finance for Municipal Debt to Village Board (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:37 PM (all aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a roadway maintenance contract with Scott Construction Inc and a plan of finance for municipal debt. The board will also discuss a police services contract with the Town of Waterford and the renaming of a street.

• Roadway maintenance contract for Scott Construction Inc in the amount of $278,021.00
• Change order for street repair work not to exceed $41,710.00
• 1-year contract for police services with the Town of Waterford
• Resolution 1034-071425 to rename 'Runzheimer Way' to 'CNH Way'
• Plan of finance for municipal debt with Baird

The Village Board accepted the prior meeting minutes and appointed new members to the Finance and CDA committees. It approved the municipal debt finance plan, a $278,021 road maintenance contract (with up to $41,710 change order), a one‑year police services contract with the Town of Waterford, and a resolution to rename Runzheimer Way to CHN Way. The board also entered executive session to discuss EMS and fire personnel before adjourning.

• Accepted 6/16/25 Village Board meeting minutes (all ayes)
• Appointed Matt Giese to Finance Committee and Abra Dexter to CDA Committee (all ayes)
• Approved current Plan of Finance for Municipal Debt (all ayes)
• Approved road maintenance contract with Scott Construction Inc. for $278,021.00 plus up to $41,710.00 change order (all ayes)
• Approved 1‑year police services contract with Town of Waterford (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 1037‑071425 to rename “Runzheimer Way” to “CHN Way” (all ayes)
• Convene executive session to discuss EMS and Fire Department personnel (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:35 PM (all ayes)

Board of Review

The Board of Review will meet to review property value objections submitted to the Clerk. The board will also consider corrections to the 2025 assessment roll.

• Review of objections submitted to the Clerk
• Corrections to the 2025 assessment roll
• Approval of April 30, 2025 meeting minutes

The Board of Review approved the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting. It then accepted the 2025 Assessment Roll as presented in the packet. Both motions passed with all members voting aye. The meeting was adjourned at 5:37 PM.

• Approved April 30, 2025 Board of Review minutes (all aye)
• Accepted 2025 Assessment Roll as presented (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:37 PM (all aye)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss proposed residential developments by Bielinski Homes and a final plat for Neumann Homes. The body will also consider a new athletic training facility and a deck permit.

• Proposed 70-unit multi-family development and 27-lot single-family subdivision by Bielinski Homes near Park Dr.
• Proposed athletic training facility on either Cornerstone Crossing or S. 6th St.
• Final plat approval for Neumann Homes
• Deck permit for 814 River Ridge Cir.
• Bielinski Homes project estimates: $6.5M–$7M for multi-family and $10.5M for single-family

The Plan Commission approved its June 15‑25 minutes. It sent the Bielinski Homes proposal to staff for further work. It approved the final plat for Neumann Homes. It denied a deck permit at 814 River Ridge Cir for code non‑conformity and referred the case to the Board of Appeals.

• Approved June 15‑25 Plan Commission minutes (All aye)
• Sent Bielinski Homes multi‑family proposal to staff (All aye)
• Approved final plat for Neumann Homes (All aye)
• Denied deck permit at 814 River Ridge Cir and sent to Board of Appeals (All aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:40 pm (All aye)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will meet to appoint a chairperson and approve previous meeting minutes. The board will discuss and review the performance and status of Tax Incremental Districts (TID) 2, 3, and 4 through their annual reports.

• Review of Annual Reports for Tax Incremental District 2, 3, and 4
• Appointment of a meeting chairperson
• Approval of minutes from the 6/18/24 TID meeting

The Joint Review Board appointed Adam Jaskie as chairperson, accepted the June 1 8 , 202 4 minutes, and approved the annual reports for TID 2, 3 & 4. All motions passed unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 9:17 AM.

• Appointed Adam Jaskie as chairperson (all aye)
• Accepted June 1 8 , 202 4 Joint Review Board minutes (all aye)
• Accepted Annual Reports for TID 2, 3 & 4 (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:17 AM (all aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider amending the 2025 budget and a lease for the Green Shed in 10 Club Park to Explore Waterford. The meeting also includes the approval of annual alcohol licenses and a discussion on a compliance maintenance annual report.

• Discussion on Resolution 1033-060925 to amend the 2025 Budget
• Proposed lease of the Green Shed in 10 Club Park to Explore Waterford
• Approval of annual alcohol licenses for various local businesses
• Discussion on Resolution 1032-060924 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report

The board accepted the June 12 meeting minutes and approved a list of alcohol, tobacco and vaping license renewals. It adopted the Compliance Maintenance Annual Report and amended the 2025 budget by roll‑call vote. The lease for the Green Shed to Explore Waterford was tabled until December, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Accepted June 12 meeting minutes (all aye)
• Approved all listed license renewals (all aye, one recusal)
• Adopted Resolution 1032-060925 – Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution 1033-060925 – Amended 2025 Budget (6‑0 roll call)
• Tabled Green Shed lease with Explore Waterford until December meeting (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting (all aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will meet to review minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. The primary focus of the meeting is a proposed executive session to discuss public employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluations.

• Review and action on 5-13-2025 meeting minutes
• Proposed executive session regarding public employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation

The commission approved the June 13, 2025 Fire Commission minutes. It moved to an executive session, then reconvened in open session. Joshua Cheever was added to the eligibility list and appointed as a volunteer firefighter. Future commission meetings will start at 5:00 PM.

• Approved 5‑13‑25 Fire Commission minutes (all aye)
• Convene into executive session per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(c) (all aye)
• Reconvene into open session (all aye)
• Add Joshua Cheever to eligibility list (all aye)
• Appoint Joshua Cheever as volunteer firefighter (all aye)
• Change future meeting time to 5:00 PM (all aye)
• Adjourn meeting at 5:45 PM (all aye)

Public Works Committee

The committee will review bids for 2025 roadway improvements and the Compliance Maintenance Annual Report. The meeting includes a public appearance by the Racine County Sewage District.

• Review of 2025 Roadway Improvements bid (Project No. 2401892) for chip sealing and fog sealing on Fairview
• Review of Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for the sewage collection system
• Discussion of East Main Street Reconstruction with $422,837.87 in WisDOT LRIP funding
• Update on Well 6 project awarded April 14, 2025
• Proposed replacement of lift stations 2 and 4 with an estimated cost of $500,000 in 2028

The Public Works & Utilities Committee approved the meeting minutes and a special event permit for the Waterford Area Rummage Sale/Flea Market. It accepted Baxter and Woodman's recommendation and awarded the 2025 roadway improvements bid to Scott Construction, Inc. for a total of $278,021.00. The committee also accepted the Compliance Maintenance Annual Report and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved 04-21-25 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved special event permit for Waterford Area Rummage Sale/Flea Market (unanimous)
• Awarded 2025 roadway improvements bid to Scott Construction, Inc., total $278,021.00 (unanimous)
• Accepted the Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:15 p.m. (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will consider approval of March 11, 2025 minutes, then convene into closed session under Wisconsin law to discuss employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of public employees. After reconvening, they may take action on items deliberated in closed session.

• Closed session pursuant to Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for personnel matters

The commission approved the 3 -1 1 -25 Fire Commission Minutes. It entered an executive session and then reconvened in open session. The commission accepted the fire chief’s recommendation to place Tyler Terhark, Jonathan Schroeder and Mackain Timler on the eligibility list for volunteer firefighters. The meeting was adjourned at 5:58 p.m.

• Approved 3 -1 1 -25 Fire Commission Minutes (all aye)
• Convene executive session (all aye)
• Reconvene open session (all aye)
• Accepted Fire Chief’s recommendation to place Tyler Terhark, Jonathan Schroeder and Mackain Timler on eligibility list (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:58 p.m. (all aye)

Finance, Taxes and Insurance

The Waterford Finance, Taxes and Insurance Committee will hold a regular meeting to review the village's 2025 financial statements and discuss potential updates to the building permit fee schedule. The committee may consider a motion to adopt revised fees. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment.

• Review of 2025 financials – year-to-date bank account balances provided in meeting packet
• Discussion on Building Fee Schedule – possible motion to update permit fees (current 2023 schedule attached)
• Approval of minutes from December 9, 2024 Finance Committee meeting

The committee approved the minutes from the December 9, 2024 Finance Committee meeting. It also voted to table the discussion of a proposed increase in building fees until the first quarter of 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 5:20 p.m.

• Approved 12/9/24 Finance Committee Minutes (all aye)
• Tabled discussion of building fee increase until Q1 2026 (all aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:20 p.m. (all aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 709, which sets minimum forfeitures for code violations at $250 for first offense, $350 for second, and $500 for third and subsequent. The board will also discuss amendments to special events and code chapters, consider equipment purchases (truck, asphalt paver, angle broom), and convene in closed session to discuss the disposition of Fire Station I on 2nd St.

• Public hearing and second reading of Ordinance 709-051225 updating general penalty fees (first offense min. $250, second $350, third+ $500)
• Discussion on Ordinance 710-051225 amending Chapter 188, Special Events
• Discussion on Ordinance 711-051225 amending Chapter 5 of Village Code
• Discussion on DPW Committee recommendations: purchase of a truck, asphalt paving machine, and angle broom for loader
• Closed session to discuss disposition of Fire Station I on 2nd St.

The board unanimously approved three ordinances: General Penalties, amendments to Chapter 188 (Special Events), and revisions to Chapter 5 (Authorities Boards and Commissions). It accepted the DPW committee’s recommendations to purchase a truck, an asphalt paving machine, and an angle broom for the loader. The board also approved an offer to buy Fire Station 1 on 2nd St from Henry Schwartz for $180,000, which the village expects will result in a $120,000 gain. All motions passed by roll‑call vote.

• Approved Ordinance 709-051225 General Penalties (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 710-051225 Amending Chapter 188 Special Events (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 711-051225 Amending Chapter 5 Authorities Boards and Commissions (unanimous)
• Accepted DPW Committee recommendation to purchase a truck (unanimous)
• Accepted DPW Committee recommendation to purchase an asphalt paving machine (unanimous)
• Accepted DPW Director recommendation to purchase an angle broom for the loader (unanimous)
• Approved purchase offer for Fire Station 1 on 2nd St for $180,000 to Henry Schwartz (unanimous)
• Approved motion to convene executive session then reconvene open session (unanimous)

Board of Review

The Village of Waterford Board of Review meets to certify the 2025 assessment roll, correct errors, and hear any taxpayer objections. This is a procedural meeting required by state law to finalize property values for tax purposes. No specific objections or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda.

• Certification of corrections of error under state law
• Verification that open book changes are included in the assessment roll
• Review and possible hearing of taxpayer objections
• Scheduling of additional Board of Review dates if needed

The Board of Review appointed Don Houston as its chair. It approved three corrections to the Assessment Roll, changing the values of three properties to $0. The board also recessed its next meeting to July 14 at 5:30 PM.

• Appointed Don Houston as Chair of the Board of Review (all aye)
• Changed value of property 191041936227000 from $2,500 to $0 (all aye)
• Changed value of property 191041936061012 from $363,200 to $0 (all aye)
• Changed value of property 191041936163000 from $2,300 to $0 (all aye)
• Recessed the Board of Review meeting until July 14 at 5:30 PM (all aye)

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider motions regarding the purchase of a new pickup truck and the installation of flagpoles at the Ten Club monument. Members will also discuss an easement request from Aureon Network Services and review special event permits.

• Special event permits for Lion’s 4th of July Parade and St Thomas Country Fair
• Installation of 1 or 3 flagpoles behind the Ten Club monument
• Easement request from Aureon Network Services
• Purchase of a new pickup truck

The committee approved the March 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a special event permit for the St Thomas Country Fair and the Lion’s Club 4th of July Parade. The committee voted to install three pedestrian signs and one flagpole for the Ten Club Memorial, with the committee to later decide on the number of flagpoles. It denied an easement request from Aureon Network because of future park development plans.

• Approved 03-17-25 minutes (all aye)
• Approved special event permit for St Thomas Country Fair and Lion’s Club 4th of July Parade (all aye)
• Approved installation of three pedestrian signs and one flagpole for Ten Club Memorial (all aye)
• Denied Aureon Network easement request (all aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 709 (general penalties) and consider several resolutions, including a final cooperative boundary plan with the Town of Waterford and a $2.2 million bid for Well #6. New officers will be sworn in and committee appointments confirmed. Licenses (Scungilli's beer & wine) and an Arbor Day proclamation are also on the agenda.

• Consider adoption of Resolution 1031 approving final cooperative boundary plan with the Town of Waterford
• Consider award of $2,195,810 bid (+ $109,790 contingency) to Municipal Well and Pump for construction of Well #6
• First reading (no action) of Ordinance 709 updating general penalties of village ordinances
• Approval of Scungilli's beer and wine license renewal
• Consider proclamation of April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day

The board awarded a $2,195,810 contract to Municipal Well and Pump of Waupun for Well #6, contingent on loan financing. It also adopted a final cooperative boundary plan with the Town of Waterford and designated public depositories and signers for village accounts. Additional actions included approving a beer/wine license, closing a public hearing on a penalties ordinance, and proclaiming Arbor Day.

• Approved $2,195,810 award to Municipal Well and Pump of Waupun (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 1031-041425 final cooperative boundary plan (all aye)
• Approved Resolution 1030-041425 designating public depositories and signers (all aye)
• Approved Beer/Wine License for Scungilli’s, LLC (all aye)
• Approved Village Board minutes for 3/10/25 (all aye)
• Closed public hearing on Ordinance 709-041425 (all aye)
• Proclaimed April 25, 2025 as Arbor Day (all aye)
• First reading of Ordinance 709-041425 – no action

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee will review the ICMA Police Staffing White Paper and three staffing options (Minimum Manning Option A, Authorized Budget Option B status quo, Workload Based Option C) with draft budget costs, and consider a motion for action. The committee will also discuss a follow-up registered voter survey on cost impact and service descriptions, and discuss joint/shared police services with the Town of Waterford's Police Committee.

• Review of ICMA Police Staffing White Paper and three staffing options with draft budget costs
• Discussion on a registered voter survey to relay cost impact and service descriptions for each option
• Discussion with Town of Waterford's Police Committee regarding joint/shared police services

The committee approved the minutes from February 25 and March 18, 2025. It voted to readopt the existing police contract with the Town of Waterford, extending the agreement to June 30, 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 10:58 a.m.

• Approved 2/25/25 and 3/18/25 committee minutes (All aye)
• Readopted previous Police Contract with Town of Waterford, extending through 6/30/26 (All aye)
• Adjourned meeting at 10:58 AM (All aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss borrowing funds for Tax Incremental District 4 and a land division for a property on W Main St. The board will also consider purchasing excavation equipment and hold a closed session regarding EMS and Fire Department personnel.

• Resolution 1028-033125: Borrowing of $3,694,000 for TID 4 refinancing debt
• Resolution 1029-033125: Certified Survey Map for 618 W Main St to create two lots
• DPW Committee recommendation for purchase of excavation equipment using 2025 budget funds
• Executive session regarding EMS and Fire Department personnel

The Village Board approved a resolution authorizing the borrowing of $3,694,000. It also approved a CSM for Karl and Colleen Goetzke and authorized budget funds for excavation equipment. The board entered an executive session, reconvened in open session, directed staff to implement the closed‑session discussion, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved borrowing $3,694,000 (Nash, Pollnow, Houston, McReynolds, Jaskie, Ewert all aye)
• Approved CSM for Karl and Colleen Goetzke (all ayes)
• Authorized disbursement of 2025 budget funds for excavation equipment (all ayes)
• Convene executive session on employee matters (all ayes)
• Reopen open session after executive session (all ayes)
• Direct staff to carry out closed‑session discussion (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:40 PM (all ayes)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee will review results from the 2025 Community Safety and Policing Opinion Survey, discuss findings with business owners, and confer with the Town of Waterford's Police Committee about joint or shared police services. No final decisions are listed; the committee will consider appropriate motions for action on each agenda item.

• Review and discuss results of 2025 Community Safety and Policing Opinion Survey, including perceptions of safety, trust in agencies, and preferred policing models
• Discussion with business owners regarding public safety and policing
• Discussion with Town of Waterford Police Committee on joint/shared services after Town disbanded its police department
• Current Village police budget is $507,500 annually, supplemented by Racine County Sheriff's Department coverage
• Survey data includes resident preferences on contracting with Racine County Sheriff vs. creating a village police department

The Police Exploratory Committee voted unanimously to recommend that the Village Board develop a job description and advertisement for a Police Chief position, aiming to establish a local police department. The recommendation follows public survey results and testimony from business owners and town officials favoring local policing. The committee also discussed potential joint/shared services with the Town of Waterford, including offering to help distribute the survey to town residents.

• Recommended to Village Board to develop job description and advertisement for Police Chief (all aye)
• Recommended hiring a Police Chief to the Village Board (all aye)
• Adjourned at 11:13 am (all aye)

Public Works Committee

The Waterford Public Works & Utilities Committee will consider actions on a proposed Aureon network easement at Whitford Park, bids for a mini excavator, park system signage, and a draft Tree & Bench Memorial Program. The committee will also review the bid for Well 6, a major water supply project, with bids opened earlier that day. Routine items include approval of previous meeting minutes and a special event permit for a 5K run/walk.

• Aureon Network Easement at Whitford Park – consider action
• Review of bids for purchase of Mini Excavator – consider action
• Park System Signage – consider action
• Draft Tree & Bench Memorial Program – consider action
• Review of Well 6 bid (bids opened 1 p.m. March 17) – consider action

The Public Works & Utilities Committee approved minutes, a special event permit for a 5K Run/Walk, and moved New Business item 5 to the top of the agenda. They recommended a bid for Well 6 to the Village Board, tabled action on the Aureon Network Easement, and recommended the Miller-Bradford & Risberg, Inc. bid for a 2024 Kobelco mini excavator to the Village Board. The committee also accepted the design of Village Park Signs and the Tree & Bench Memorial Program.

• Approved minutes for 01-20-25 and 02-17-25 as revised (all aye)
• Approved special event permit for 5K Run/Walk (all aye)
• Recommended Well 6 bid to Village Board (all aye)
• Tabled action on Aureon Network Easement (all aye)
• Recommended Miller-Bradford & Risberg, Inc. bid for 2024 Kobelco SK45SRX-7-RC Mini Excavator to Village Board (all aye)
• Accepted design of Village Park Signs as shown (all aye)
• Accepted Tree & Bench Memorial Program as presented (all aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will review and approve minutes from the previous meeting, discuss background check capabilities and options, and consider the Village of Waterford Police Exploratory Committee process. An update on bylaw-related discussions between the Village Board and PFC lawyers is on the agenda, and the commission may convene in closed session under Wisconsin statutes to consider personnel matters, followed by possible action.

• Discuss background check capabilities & options
• Discuss Police Exploratory Committee process
• Update on Village Board & PFC bylaw discussions
• Possible executive session on employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation
• Consider action after closed session

The Waterford Fire Commission approved the minutes from the February 11 meeting and discussed background check options, the Police Exploratory Committee, and bylaw updates. The Commission then entered executive session to discuss employment matters, and upon reconvening, voted to appoint Gary Burnett to the eligibility list. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 pm.

• Approved the 2-11-25 Fire Commission Minutes.
• Convened into executive session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(c) for employment-related discussion.
• Reconvened into open session.
• Appointed Gary Burnett to the eligibility list.
• Adjourned at 6:10 pm.

Village Board

The Village Board will hear presentations from Safebuilt on the permitting process and fee structure, and from staff on the East Main Street Reconstruction Project (90% plans). They will consider motions on ambulance graphics, a development agreement for Baxter and Woodman's new office at 500 E Main St, and a consulting contract with Reisling Group for police exploration. The board will also review an ethics committee proposal but no action is required.

• Presentation by Safebuilt on permitting process and fees, citing examples Oak Wine Bar and Spirits and SRS
• Review of 90% plans for East Main Street Reconstruction Project and public discussion
• Consider Resolution 1027-031025 authorizing sale of 500 E Main St, Unit 101 to Baxter and Woodman, LLC
• Review and possible action on ambulance graphics
• Discussion on consulting contract with Reisling Group for Police Exploratory Committee

The Village Board approved the sale of 500 E Main St, Unit 101 to Baxter and Woodman, LLC via Resolution 1027-031025, and also approved the associated plans and amended Development Agreement. The board approved ambulance graphics and a consulting contract with Reisling Group for the Police Exploratory Committee. Discussions on permitting fees, the East Main Street Reconstruction Project, and an Ethics Committee were held without formal action.

• Approved Resolution 1027-031025 authorizing sale of 500 E Main St, Unit 101 to Baxter and Woodman, LLC (7-0)
• Approved plans and amended Development Agreement for Baxter and Woodman's new office (all aye)
• Approved ambulance graphics (all aye)
• Approved consulting contract with Reisling Group (all aye)
• Approved minutes from 2/10/25 meeting (all aye)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee is discussing the viability of establishing a village police department after the Town of Waterford notified the village it will no longer provide police services. The committee is reviewing a proposal from The Riseling Group, LLC to analyze staffing, equipment, and department structure.

• Review of consultant proposal from The Riseling Group, LLC
• Discussion with school leadership regarding policing and public safety
• Discussion with Fire and EMS staff regarding public safety officer considerations

The Police Exploratory Committee voted to recommend approval of the Reisling Group consulting contract to the Village Board. The committee also discussed policing and public safety with school leadership and fire/EMS staff, but no motions were made on those topics. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes and adjournment.

• Recommended approval of Reisling Group consulting contract to Village Board (all aye)
• Approved minutes from 2/12/25 meeting (all aye)

Village Board

This is a special joint meeting of the Waterford Village Board and Town Board. They will receive a presentation of the Draft Cooperative Boundary Plan and hold a joint public hearing per Wisconsin Statute 66.0307(4)(b) to hear public comments. The proposed plan sets a common boundary, guides coordinated development, and aims to improve service efficiency between the two municipalities.

• Presentation of the Draft Cooperative Boundary Plan
• Joint public hearing on the proposed Cooperative Plan under Wisconsin Statute 66.0307(4)(b)
• Public comments limited to 3 minutes per speaker; written comments accepted until hearing
• Plan sets a potential Village growth area boundary and includes provisions for sewer/water utility extension and service sharing
• Plan is consistent with each municipality's comprehensive plan: Village's Vision Waterford 2018 and Town's Racine County 2035 plan

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider approving 90% design plans for the West Main Street Reconstruction Project, which includes road and water main work. They will also review and vote on proposed 2025 boat launch pass prices, adding new categories for waterfront property owners and commercial users. Other items include a special event permit for the Lion's St. Patrick's Day Parade and reports from the Streets, Parks, and Engineering departments.

• West Main Street Reconstruction Project: 90% plans presented for committee action
• 2025 Boat Launch Pass Prices: proposed new fee schedule with daily, annual, in/out, and commercial passes (projected income $21,830)
• Well 6 project: DNR approval received; bids due 3/17/25, contract deadline 5/31/25
• Special event permit: Lion's St. Patrick's Day Parade
• Engineer's report: updates on East Main Street reconstruction ($422,837 WisDOT LRIP grant), 6th Street development, lift station replacement

The Public Works Committee approved the 90% plans for the West Main Street Reconstruction Project and authorized special assessments on property owners for half the cost of curbs, sidewalks, and gutters. They also approved a special event permit for the Lions St. Patrick's Day Parade and approved the 2025 Boat Launch Pass prices with amendments eliminating the WWMD property owner annual pass and adjusting dock lessee options.

• Approved Special Event Permit for Lions St. Patrick's Day Parade (all aye)
• Approved special assessments for ½ cost of curb, sidewalks, gutters for West Main St project (all aye)
• Approved 90% plans for West Main St Reconstruction Project (all aye)
• Approved 2025 Boat Launch Pass Prices with amendments (all aye)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The committee will review local, state, and national crime data. Members will also discuss policing activities with the Court Clerk and Code Enforcement staff to consider potential actions.

• Review of local, state, and national crime data
• Discussion with Court Clerk and Code Enforcement staff regarding policing activities

The committee approved the previous meeting minutes and reviewed local, state, and national crime data. Staff discussed the impact of having a local police department versus Sheriff's Department. The committee moved the March 13 meeting to March 18 and set future meeting dates.

• Approved 2/6/25 meeting minutes (all aye)
• Moved 3/13/25 meeting to 3/18/25
• Set future meeting dates: 2/19/25, 2/25/25, 3/18/25

Police & Fire Commission

The Fire Commission will meet to review minutes from the January 14, 2025 meeting. The body will consider entering an executive session to discuss public employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluations.

• Review and action on 1-14-2025 meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding public employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation

The Fire Commission approved hiring Mike Marmurowicz, Mason Roanhouse, and Matthew Anderson as volunteer firefighters, contingent on clean background checks, and promoted David Wagner to Assistant Fire Chief. The meeting also included approval of prior minutes and an executive session for personnel matters.

• Approved hiring Mike Marmurowicz, Mason Roanhouse, Matthew Anderson as volunteer firefighters (contingent on clean background reports)
• Promoted David Wagner to Assistant Fire Chief
• Approved 1-14-2025 Fire Commission minutes
• Convened into executive session for personnel matters
• Reconvened into open session

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss and possibly approve a development agreement and plans for the Falcon 9 Development Project in Mercury Business Park, including authorizing lot sales to Falcon 9 Development, LLC. They will also consider adopting an ordinance changing fire inspection frequency and a resolution to add bicycle facilities to the East Main Street Project. Offers to purchase 586 Gravity Court will be discussed, and the board will enter closed session to deliberate on EMS and Fire Department personnel. Several liquor license renewals and committee appointments are also on the agenda.

• Discussion and possible approval of development agreement for Falcon 9 Project in Mercury Business Park, including sale of lots to Falcon 9 Development, LLC
• Consideration of Ordinance 706-021025 amending Chapter 28-10 to alter fire inspection frequency, per Fire Chief Rozina
• Resolution 1025-021025 to establish bicycle facilities as part of the East Main Street Project
• Discussion on offers to purchase 586 Gravity Court
• Executive session on EMS and Fire Department personnel

The Village Board approved a development agreement and resolution authorizing the sale of lots in the Mercury Business Park to Falcon 9 Development, LLC. It also approved two liquor licenses, adopted an ordinance reducing fire inspections from two to one per year, and accepted an offer to purchase 586 Gravity Court for $225,000. The board went into closed session to discuss EMS and Fire Department personnel, then reconvened and directed staff to carry out the discussed items.

• Approved development agreement and Resolution 1026-021025 for Falcon 9 Development lot sale (all aye)
• Approved Class B Combination License for JRP Properties, contingent on occupancy permit (all aye)
• Approved Class B Reserve Combination License for DJELO LLC, with parking review in October 2025 (all aye)
• Adopted Ordinance 706-021025 reducing fire inspections from two to one per year (all aye)
• Adopted Resolution 1025-021025 establishing bicycle facilities for East Main Street Project (all aye)
• Accepted Kranich's offer to purchase 586 Gravity Court for $225,000 (all aye)
• Convened into closed session for personnel discussions (roll call all aye)
• Directed council to carry out items discussed in closed session (all aye)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee will discuss a staff proposal for public engagement and data analysis, review a draft meeting calendar, and consider a draft resident survey on policing options. The meeting follows the Town of Waterford's decision to disband its police department and end its contract with the Village, prompting the Village to seek broad resident input on future police service delivery.

• Discussion on staff process proposal for public engagement and data analysis
• Review of draft calendar for committee meetings
• Consideration of a draft resident survey on community safety and policing opinions

The Police Exploratory Committee discussed and agreed on a timeline for strategic planning, established future meeting dates, and approved a draft resident survey with minor adjustments. The survey is to be sent out within the following week or as soon as possible. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Agreed on strategic planning timeline with adjustments
• Established future meeting dates (2/12, 2/19, 2/25, 3/13)
• Approved draft resident survey with minor adjustments
• Requested survey sent within following week

Village Board

The Village Board will review a draft amendment to the police services contract with the Town of Waterford. The proposal addresses staffing shortages and outlines how costs are shared when a single officer covers both jurisdictions during exigent circumstances.

• Draft amendment to the Town of Waterford Police Contract regarding exigent circumstances and shared services
• Proposed cost-sharing agreement where Village and Town share costs equally if one officer covers both jurisdictions
• Review and confirmation of Committee, Commission, and Board appointments

The Village Board appointed Joshua Conrad and Bill Jeschke as citizen members to the Police Exploratory Committee, with Trustee McReynolds voting against. The board also discussed the Town's decision to rescind its counter proposal to the police contract amendment and approve a sheriff contract, making further action on the contract amendment moot. No motion was made on the draft amendment.

• Appointed Joshua Conrad and Bill Jeschke as citizen members to the Police Exploratory Committee (all aye except McReynolds - nay)
• No motion made on draft amendment to police contract; item considered moot

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will vote on several items including a resident’s request for a new stop sign at Willow Bend Dr and Meadowgate Dr, final plans for a US Cellular pole, installation of benches and planter boxes at Waterford Village Cemetery, and a discussion on how long to keep seasonal lighting at 10 Club Park. They will also consider a special event permit for a cemetery dedication ceremony.

• Resident requests stop sign at Willow Bend Dr and Meadowgate Dr
• Final plans for US Cellular pole to be considered
• Installation of 2 benches and planter boxes at Waterford Village Cemetery
• Discussion on duration of seasonal lighting at 10 Club Park
• Special event permit for Preserving Our Past – Cemetery Dedication

The Public Works Committee approved a request from the Waterford Heritage Committee for the upcoming Preserving Our Past – Cemetery Dedication event, and voted to turn off decorative winter lights after March 1st. No action was taken on a stop sign request for Will Bend Dr., a request for benches and planter boxes, or updated plans for a US Cellular pole installation.

• Approved Preserving Our Past – Cemetery Dedication event (all aye)
• Approved turning off decorative winter lights after March 1st (all aye)
• No action on stop sign request for Will Bend Dr.
• No action on benches and planter boxes request
• No action on US Cellular pole installation plans

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider plans for lots 4 and 5 of the Mercury Business Park and may vote on a motion for action. Other agenda items are procedural, including approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Review and possible vote on development plans for lots 4 and 5 of Mercury Business Park

The Waterford Plan Commission approved the development plans for lots 4 and 5 of the Mercury Business Park into 19 business condominiums by Steve Schwid, Falcon 9. The motion passed unanimously. The commission also approved the minutes from the November 20, 2024 meeting.

• Approved plans for lots 4 and 5 of Mercury Business Park into 19 business condominiums (all aye)
• Approved November 20, 2024 Plan Commission minutes (all aye)

Police & Fire Commission

The Fire Commission will meet to review minutes from October 2024 and consider a motion to enter an executive session. The closed session is designated for discussing employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluations of public employees.

• Review and action on 10-08-2024 meeting minutes
• Executive session regarding public employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation

The Waterford Fire Commission approved the minutes from the October 8, 2024 meeting, convened into executive session to discuss personnel matters, and reconvened to accept Chief Eric Rozina's recommendation to promote Bailey Reza to Lieutenant. The commission also voted to continue specific closed session discussions at the next meeting. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved October 8, 2024 Fire Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Convened into executive session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) (unanimous)
• Reconvened into open session (unanimous)
• Promoted Bailey Reza to Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Continued specific closed session discussions to next PFC meeting (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will meet to discuss the renewal of a contract with Young Mundy for real estate listings of Village properties. The agenda also includes the swearing in of public officers and a potential executive session regarding personnel and property negotiations.

• Review of Young Mundy Contract Renewal for real estate listings of Village properties
• Swearing in of Public Officers
• Approval of various licenses
• Review and confirmation of Committee, Commission, and Board appointments

The Village Board approved a motion to accept an offer to purchase lots 3 and 4 at 581 and 583 Gravity Court in Mercury Development. The board also directed Attorney Todd Terry to negotiate a settlement as discussed in closed session, and approved 10 real estate listing contracts with Young Mundy. All votes were unanimous.

• Accepted offer to purchase 581 and 583 Gravity Court (lots 3 and 4) in Mercury Development (all aye)
• Directed Attorney Todd Terry to negotiate settlement as discussed in executive session (all aye)
• Approved 10 real estate listing contracts with Young Mundy (all aye)
• Approved 12/9/24 Village Board meeting minutes (all aye)