Village of Lac La Belle

The board meeting involved discussions on the Village Administrator's mid-year review, a possible intergovernmental cooperation agreement with the Town of Oconomowoc, and the Village Administrator's transition to a full-time sewer commissioner role. The sale of village assets, including land and a snowplow, was reported. The board approved a Waukesha County tax collection agreement and considered traffic committee recommendations regarding traffic issues in the village. The 2025 budget was discussed, with a focus on maintaining the levy and decreasing the mill rate. Finally, the board reviewed projected sewer expenses and held further closed session discussions regarding negotiations with the Town of Oconomowoc.

The board meeting included a public hearing to discuss the conversion of the Village of Lac La Belle's sewer service to a Utility District, which was subsequently approved. Amendments to the 2024 and 2025 budget for the transfer of funds into the Utility District were also approved. The board set the date for the January 2025 caucus. An extraterritorial plat review for the development east of the Woodlake Subdivision was approved. Discussions regarding local traffic issues and the potential sale of Village-owned property were held, but no actions were taken on these matters. Finally, the formation of an "ad hoc" committee to oversee spending and carry-forward action items was discussed.

The board meeting covered several key topics. Discussion included an intergovernmental cooperation agreement with the Town of Oconomowoc, addressing concerns about the transition to a new board in 2025. The 2025 budget, levy, and sewer fees were approved, along with a budget adjustment for traffic improvements. Plan Commission recommendations were approved for Prestwick Properties projects, including a nine-hole golf course and cart storage facility. The board also discussed traffic issues in the 500 block and considered the sale of village-owned property to adjoining property owners and Prestwick Properties, focusing on lot line adjustments and ecological restoration. Finally, the board agreed to draft a resolution to manage the transition of projects and priorities to the new Village board.

The key discussion topic was a change to the current village-operated sewer system to a utility district. A motion was made, seconded, and unanimously approved regarding this change.

The meeting agenda includes discussions and actions on Wisconsin Town's Association membership, joining the League of Municipalities, a holding tank agreement, Village Zoning Ordinance consolidation and updates, street signs, signs for Village Hall and DPW, appointments to work on zoning codes and the Board of Appeals, trustee reports, public works updates, and approval of vouchers and checks. A closed session is planned to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation.