Tracy M. Johnson

The meeting focused on various agenda items including disbursements, sewer adjustment requests, and reports from village officers. Key business discussions involved the Black Earth Creek Watershed Association's portable 3D watershed model project, an emergency medical services agreement, a resolution to reimburse expenditures for the Park Street Utility and Street Improvements Project, updates regarding the new Village Hall and Police Department, and proposed amendments to the Hillside Overlay Ordinance related to the Marchstone Development.

The committee held a discussion regarding the election of a co-chair and the filling of a vacant committee seat. Key agenda items included the setting of renewable energy and energy efficiency goals for the village, education and community outreach initiatives, and the integration of the sustainability plan into the village's comprehensive plan. Further discussions addressed the implementation of the sustainability plan, the village hall time capsule, and scheduling for future meetings.

The Plan Commission discussed proposed amendments to the Hillside Overlay Ordinance, including revisions to definitions of hillside and hilltop edges, permitted disturbances, and selective cutting regulations for the Marchstone Development project. Members reviewed staff reports, concept plans, and received public feedback regarding safety, resource protection, and ordinance consistency across the village. The commission also reviewed a resolution recommending an Urban Service Area Amendment.

The meeting included discussions on the review of purchasing policy bid tabulation forms, financial reports, and the progress of the Cross Plains pool research project. Additionally, the committee received updates regarding 2% Fire Dues and local sales tax, and recommended changes to the village investment policy.

The committee held discussions regarding the introduction of a new Parks and Recreation Director and the upcoming opening of the community pool. The committee discussed the necessity of further research on an ordinance regarding ebikes and electric scooters, with a planned agenda item for the following month. Additionally, representatives for the Marchstone development presented information regarding land dedication and fee options for parkland and conservancy space for phase two of the project.