John Hofman

The meeting included a treasurer's report, road report, and monthly building reports. The board discussed and approved the Employee Policy Manual after modifications. The Lamartine Volunteer Fire Department's 2026 budget was presented, including a new radio requirement. Resolutions for updating the Town Fee Schedule on Pet Registrations and New Build Permits and for over-payment of taxes were approved. The Bowmar Contract was discussed, and the board decided to table it until the November meeting. The monthly vouchers and checks were approved. The board moved into and out of closed session to discuss employee reviews for the Road Supervisor, Clerk, and Treasurer.

The board discussed road maintenance, including wedging and sanding on Lincoln Road, and chip sealing on various roads. They also reviewed monthly building reports and discussed a disclaimer for the employee manual. New business included discussions on new construction permits, updating the fee schedule for dog licenses and new construction permits, two-way radios for town trucks, and safety concerns on Johnson/Giebel Rd. The board also decided to reschedule the October board meeting and schedule the board budget meeting.

The meeting involved a presentation by Edward & Juliette Woodley, with a discussion and action taken by the Plan Commission to approve the rezoning of approximately 4.3 acres from Moderate Farmland Preservation to Residential Use.

The board meeting included discussions and decisions on various topics. The Updated Access Ordinance was approved. Road maintenance was discussed, including cleaning up Merrill Rd., topcoating Townline, pulverizing Randallwood, and chip sealing. The board approved and signed the initial resolution for the discontinuation of Waldson Drive. An insurance change for the Town and LVFD was implemented with Rural Mutual Insurance. A decision was made to roll over a CD to pay for the second half of the truck. Several members confirmed attendance at the Fall Workshop through WTA. The monthly vouchers and checks were approved.

The public hearing was convened to discuss and approve revisions to the Town of Lamartine Access Ordinance as prepared by Cedar Corp. Following an invitation for public comments, a motion was made and seconded to approve the revisions as submitted, which passed unanimously.