Village of Iron Ridge

The meeting began with the appointment of a Trustee to chair the session in the absence of the President. Key discussions included approving the Treasurer's Reports for September 2025 covering General, Sewer, and Water funds, and authorizing payment for the November 2025 bills for General, Water, and Sewer accounts. A special DPW/Board meeting was scheduled for November 17, 2025, to address a notice of non-compliance from the DNR. The committee also addressed building inspector reports, noting fees for new single-family homes and a garage. The Fire Board discussed work on park bathrooms and a retaining wall, anticipating grant funds. The Library reported on a successful Trunk or Treat event and ongoing material weeding. Old business included a report that the village sign by X-Cel will be delayed until spring. New business involved setting the 2026 Budget Hearing for November 17, 2025.

Key discussions and actions taken during the meeting included approving the Treasurer's Reports for October 2025 for General, Sewer, and Water funds. The DPW Committee continues working on interviews for the DPW position, and the Planning Committee needs to finalize decisions regarding maps for the comprehensive plan. A motion was approved to adopt Resolution 2025-11, declaring a 20% match commitment for a new radio grant. The board also approved the payment of December 2025 monthly bills for General, Water, and Sewer funds. New business involved approving the agreement with Com2 for 2026 and approving the Commercial Lease Agreement with Jay Wald.

Key discussions and actions during the meeting included the approval of the Treasurer's Reports for August 2025 for the General, Sewer, and Water funds. The DPW Committee motioned to approve the 5-Year Road Capital Improvement Plan. The Fire (Contract & Park) Board reported the denial of the DNR Grant but decided to apply for a DOA Grant. The board also approved borrowing up to $100,000 to complete the Sport Court and fencing. The Police Committee approved the 911 agreement with the county. The library report noted increased circulation and upcoming programs/book sales. The Ordinance Committee scheduled a bike and electric scooter rodeo for November 1. The clerk requested input on maps within the comprehensive plan. Finally, the October 2025 monthly bills for the General, Water, and Sewer funds were approved, and the date for the Budget Hearing (November 3, 2025) was set.

The public hearing is for the proposed 2026 budget. Key discussion topics include revenue budgets for grants and aids, licenses, previous year cash surplus, intergovernmental revenues, tax levy, building inspection, water/sewer department, library, recreation, and taxes other than levy. Expense discussions include building inspection, department of public works, education and recreation, general government, health and sanitation, highway and transportation, protection of person and property, village building expense, and contingency fund. The proposed mill rate is also a topic.

The meeting included discussions on electric scooters and e-bike regulations, wastewater treatment plant updates, and the North Main Street project. The board approved Resolution 2025-9 with a revised amount, a contract for GEC for phases 2 & 3, and the CDBG Grant Administration agreement with GEC. They also accepted a land donation from 3Visions Group. The board discussed a discount on rent for the library and approved several ordinances related to electric scooters, off-road vehicle operation, bicycles, and motorized wheelchairs. Additionally, the transfer of K-9 Vegas was approved, and the board addressed the village sign progress and the East Pleasant Street speed limit change.