Algoma Sanitary District 1

The document comprises minutes from multiple regular monthly meetings spanning from January to December 2025. Key discussions involved the approval of investment changes, including renewing a Certificate of Deposit (CD) and transferring funds to the Local Government Investment Pool (LGIP). Project updates covered the Water Tower, which received DNR approval and a subsequent Construction Authorization from the PSC, and potential redesign needs for the watermain extension serving the OSMS building due to unforeseen fiber optic lines. The 2024 financial audit was discussed, noting a slight downward trend in the Water Utility's rate of return and significant wastewater treatment expense fluctuations for the Sewer Utility. A major item was the progression and ultimate approval in principle of the Master Sewer Agreement with the City of Oshkosh, concluding four years of negotiations. New business included approving a loan to the Water Utility, purchasing a 2025 pickup truck, approving the 2024 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR), and approving the 2026 Annual Budget for publication, followed by its final adoption in November. The Commission also discussed potential watermain extensions along Leonard Point Road and related homeowner interest surveys, approved a task order and Developer's Agreement for the Springhetti Lake development, and approved a Letter of Intent and subsequent Lease Agreement for a Verizon Wireless installation on the water tower. The May meeting included the reorganization of the Commission following public elections.

The meeting included a public hearing for the proposed 2026 annual budget, which was subsequently adjourned. The regular monthly meeting covered approvals for cash receipts and investments, pending bills, and previous disbursements for sanitary and water. Commissioners discussed the sewer service agreement with the City of Oshkosh and potential watermain extensions. Resolutions were approved for the 2026 annual sanitary sewer user fee, an increase to the 2026 Contribution in Aid of Construction (CAC), and the adoption of the 2026 Annual Budget for the Sanitary Sewer and Water Utilities. The commission also discussed and acted on a proposal for audit services for 2025-2027 and a Water Tower Lease Agreement with Cellco Partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless, including removing segregated status of funds set aside to pay City of Oshkosh debt service invoices.

The public hearing concerns the adoption of the 2022 Budget for the Town of Algoma Sanitary District #1. Key discussion points include the Water & Sewer Utility Budgets, anticipated revenues, expenses, and fund balances. The budget was proposed at a public meeting on October 14, 2021, and includes a non-revocable general property tax of 1 mil on equalized value.

The public hearing concerns the adoption of the 2023 Budget for the Water & Sewer Utility. Key discussion points include the proposed budget for both the Water Utility and Sewer Utility, covering anticipated revenues, expenses, and fund balances. It also addresses the non-revocable general property tax and its anticipated extension to the tax roll.

The Algoma Sanitary District #1 meetings covered various topics, including approval of financial reports and pending bills. Discussions involved correspondence related to sewer line repairs, valve vaults, and resident water assessments. The status of construction projects, such as Well #2 and valve vaults, was reviewed. Agreements with the Town of Omro Water Utility were updated, and Phase II water main routes were discussed. Job descriptions were adopted, and new business included resident water assessments and truck purchase specifications. Updates were provided on priority rank scores for SDWL-2006, and a timeline for special assessment proceedings was set. Later meetings addressed interest refunds, inclusion in Phase II for specific properties, and the purchase of a pickup truck. Power Point Review, Operator Position Opening, Status of East central SSA, Status of SDWL 2006, Develop agenda for Water Advisory meeting 2/22/05, The Preliminary Resolution for Phase II, Approve new Developers Agreement documents. Discussions also included raising manholes, addressing lateral leaks, and the ability to choose a soil test engineer. The board acted on final route determination for parcels and roads, sewer lateral installation, and a proposal for amendment change to the water system Engineering Agreement. They also discussed easements, bonding, and contracts for water main construction, as well as a pilot test at well #2 facility. The board also discussed the Assisted Living building proposal. Additional topics included appointing district officials, reviewing district policies, and discussing installation and payment options for Honey Creek Court sewer laterals. The board also acted on the fire department rental document and publishing a request for proposals for rental space on the water tower. The board also discussed cleaning and inspecting sewer mains and written requests from residents of the Phase II Water main project. Also discussed was a letter received from Mabry and Mabry, Ltd for 54 S. Oakwood Road and the board acted on a Resolution Declaring Official Intent to Reimburse Expenditures (SDWL-2006) and an Authorized Representative Resolution to file applications for Financial Assistance from State of Wisconsin Environmental Improvement Fund.