Scott Benson

The board discussed and acted on a variety of municipal matters, including the approval of a responsible unit recycling ordinance and several operator's license applications. Discussions were held regarding building permit concerns, the realignment of the Chamber of Commerce mission, and the approval of a property rezone application with deed restrictions. Additionally, the board reviewed reports from supervisors and the town clerk, authorized payments for town and utility bills, and payroll, and discussed upcoming elections and infrastructure projects.

The board discussed and took action on bids for the Norway Grove Road project and approved the application for the Madison Springs Development. Additionally, the board reviewed a formal complaint from a resident in the Nature Valley HOA, received reports from supervisors regarding various committees and local organizations, and authorized the payment of town and utility bills.

The regular town board meeting addressed several significant items. Key discussions included the status of an Annexation Petition filed with the Department of Administration (DOA) and the Town Attorney's response, with a final submittal expected shortly. The board also reviewed and approved the payment of current town, utility bills, and wages. Furthermore, the board discussed an application from Narnarayan Inc, DBA Holiday Inn Express, for a new Liquor License, which was approved. Action was taken to approve a contract for the Revaluation of Town Properties using the Interim Market approach to comply with Department of Revenue (DOR) requirements. A tabled motion concerning the Alliant Energy Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for an Electrical Distribution Substation was revisited, resulting in a decision to table the application again to gather additional information regarding timing and affiliated plans, pending a Dane County public hearing.

The Town Board discussed various topics including bank account consolidation, payment of utility bills via ACH transactions, and a retainer agreement with the Municipal Law & Litigation Group. They also reviewed the 2026 budget and road projects, and discussed the 2025 tax levy and 2026 highway expenditures. Updates were provided on Waunakee EMS and Dane-Vienna Fire Department meetings. The board also discussed bank rates and services, Hickory Lane street crossing alert signs, and nomination papers for the 2026 Spring Election. Updates were provided on annexations by the Village of Waunakee and Deforest, and the Comprehensive Plan adoption by Dane County.

The Town Board discussed various topics including the Comprehensive Plan, a new commercial corridor, equipment purchases, mineral extraction fees, and road projects. They considered purchasing a new lawn mower, reviewed the 2026 draft budget, and discussed potential road improvements, with Norway Grove Road being a priority. The board also received reports from town supervisors and the town clerk, and reviewed and authorized payments for town and utility bills.