Town of Preston

The board meeting included a review of a rezone request for a property on Czech Avenue. Discussions were held regarding 2026 road construction projects and the request for bids for various asphalt and chip seal projects. Additionally, the board received departmental and district reports, reviewed correspondence regarding insurance claims and waste feasibility, processed the treasurer's report, and authorized the payment of bills.

The proceedings commenced with a Public Hearing and Budget Summary, which included a presentation of the proposed 2026 Budget followed by public discussion. This was followed by a Special Town Electors Meeting where the adoption of Resolution 2025-1002 endorsing the town tax levy for 2025 (to be collected in 2026) was approved, as was Resolution 2025-1003 adopting the total town tax levy for 2025 in the amount of $518,018. The subsequent Regular Board Meeting included an update on 2025 road construction projects and the approval of submitted LRIP project and Culvert Aid. Nominations for election workers for 2026-2027 were accepted. Discussions were held regarding changes to the Town Transfer Site, specifically altering entrance/exit directions and immediately closing the brush pile area due to its current level. The Treasurer's report was approved, and bills were authorized for payment.

The meeting commenced with the approval of the agenda. Key discussions included an update on the 2026 road construction projects. The board reviewed and unanimously approved the 2026 budget at the approved tax levy amount. The board reviewed an option for property value reassessment to be completed by 2027, agreeing with the assessor's approach to divide the cost over two years, and requested a formal agreement be prepared. A temporary liquor license application for the Big Roche-A-Cri Lake District's Fisheree event in January 2026 was approved. Department and district reports were received for information only. The board approved the hiring of Marty Fisher for seasonal winter highway work. The treasurer's report was approved, and bills were paid.

The meeting included discussions and actions on several items. The board approved the WTA Annual Dues of $1,679 and discussed IT support, requesting a meeting to resolve email issues. The 2025 budget adjustment was approved to reflect an additional $345,000 increase to the Public Works budget. The reassessment proposal from the assessor, spanning 2026 and 2027, was unanimously approved. For Highway Maintenance, the board approved a motion not to exceed $5,000 for replacing the mower hydraulic pump, authorized the supervisor to seek proposals for a Sand/Salt storage structure, and approved the acquisition of a portable diesel tank. Furthermore, the board approved the installation of internet service at the Highway Building. Department and District reports were presented for information only.

The board meeting included discussions and actions related to various topics. These included reviewing amendments to Adams County Planning & Zoning, providing an update on the 2025 Road Construction Project, discussing and considering action for roads to apply for LRIP grants, presenting the 2026 Proposed Budget, reviewing the Town of Preston Transfer Site, and providing Department and District Reports. The board also discussed correspondence received and updates from County Board Supervisors. Additionally, the treasurer's report was approved, and bills were authorized for payment.