Matthew Karpinski

The meeting focused on public concerns regarding the repair of the Grafton Dam and its hydraulic gate. Residents emphasized the dam's role in property value protection, flood management, and preventing the spread of invasive species, while urging the Board to solicit competitive bids for repairs. Additionally, the Board discussed infrastructure cost responsibilities for developers and considered a resolution regarding the designation of public depositories.

The board discussed proposed revisions to the Fire Chief job description and conducted the appointment of officers for the upcoming term, selecting a new president, vice president, and secretary. The meeting included the approval of a contract renewal with the State of Wisconsin for Urban Search and Rescue Emergency Response Services and the acceptance of the monthly financial report. A discussion regarding the expiration of a vehicle maintenance and repair agreement with the Village of Grafton was held, resulting in the item being tabled. Additionally, the board reviewed long-term capital planning and funding, discussed preliminary 2027 budget planning and staffing evaluations, and received a report on operational incident statistics and administrative departmental updates.

The Village Board meeting addressed several key topics, including public concerns regarding a local dam, which will be the subject of a future public hearing. The board approved an extension of a memorandum of understanding with the Ozaukee Central Fire Department for motor vehicle maintenance and repair services. Additionally, the board approved the creation of a utility facility operations coordinator position, several construction change orders and equipment purchases for public works projects, and the acceptance of various public improvement dedications. License renewals for alcohol, cigarette, tobacco, and vaping establishments were authorized, and the board reviewed and approved village expenditures.

The meeting agenda includes the appointment of a Vice President for the 2026-2027 term and a review of revisions made by the Police and Fire Commission to the Fire Chief job description. Key business items involve the potential action on the expiration of the vehicle maintenance and repair Memorandum of Understanding with the Village of Grafton, the review of the 2027 budget, and an evaluation of the May 2026 financial statement along with an update on the 2025 audit. Additionally, the board will review a monthly benchmark report and receive an update from the Fire Chief.

The agenda includes the review of the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan and potential action regarding the Bridge Street dam lift gate repair. It also covers the approval of a Certified Survey Map for a development on Port Washington Road based on the Plan Commission report. Furthermore, the meeting will involve a review of the Village Administrator's report, authorization of village expenditures, and a closed session to deliberate on the purchase of public property and public funds investment concerning a joint library agreement.