John Kromer

The board discussed several items, including a requested annexation of private property by school property developers, the status of ongoing closed-door meetings regarding the UYU property, and a proposal from the Lake Malibu Association for a lake drawdown. The board reviewed and approved the agenda and consent items, with the exception of the operator's license application which required discussion. Public comments were received from residents regarding the annexation and drawdown proposals.

The public hearing focused on a proposed zoning change to amend the future land use conference plan for property located north of Highway 12 and east of Comier. The objective of the amendment is to reclassify a portion of the land from industrial to residential use, citing a lack of appropriate infrastructure for industrial truck traffic. Discussion included concerns from members of the public regarding potential road damage during future construction and the need for residential development standards.

The board discussed several items, including the approval of the animal control report and subsequent follow-up regarding chicken permits and fencing requirements. An application for an operator's license was denied due to background standards. The board also approved a provisional liquor license for a new business, contingent upon the successful completion of a fire inspection and the surrender of the previous owner's license. Furthermore, the Lake Malibu Association requested a signature on a letter for the Department of Natural Resources to initiate a temporary drawdown of the lake to address water quality and sedimentation issues.

The Commission discussed and approved a three-lot Certified Survey Map for a property on Bad Road, involving the creation of two residential lots and the retention of a larger parcel. Additionally, the Commission reviewed a resolution concerning an amendment to the comprehensive plan future land use map for specific parcels, aiming to correct a previous procedural designation error from industrial to residential, and formally recommended the Town Board proceed with the resolution.

The board meeting included the review and approval of the previous annual and special meeting minutes. Discussions focused on the 2025 plan commission report, which covered ordinance updates and various infrastructure and recreational projects. The building inspector's 2025 report was reviewed, highlighting an increase in permit value compared to the prior year. The board addressed future challenges, including road improvements and the transition of the fire department to a full-time service. The date for the 2027 annual meeting was set for April 20, 2027. Additionally, the board approved the implementation of a monthly town newsletter to improve communication and participation among residents. A motion was passed to increase the annual stipend for town board members, excluding the chair, to $7,200, with implementation tied to the election cycle for individual positions.