Village of Stratford

The committee discussed and recommended several proposals, including one for commercial, residential, and electrical inspections, as well as a general engineering agreement for 2026. Actions were taken regarding the Legion Street survey map and its associated deed, and the Logger Street survey adjustment. The Director of Public Works provided a report on infrastructure repairs and upcoming personnel additions.

The committee discussed and recommended approval for the Logger Street survey for lots 4, 5, and 6. They also recommended an upgrade to the Kubota UTV drive system with attachments. Additionally, the Director of Public Works provided a report on recent maintenance activities performed by employees at the wells and the treatment plant.

The committee recommended a two-year winter season contract with Switlick Logging for forest harvesting at a specified location. Other actions included recommending approval for a painted mural grant, endorsing maintenance for the Historical Society building funded by the Society, and proposing updates to the ordinance regarding building construction. Additionally, a brief report on upcoming spring street sweeping was provided.

The primary discussion point of this Special Meeting of the Board of Trustees was the motion to appoint June Krueger as Interim Clerk, which was subsequently carried via a roll call vote. The meeting was called to order and verified that all open meetings requirements were satisfied before concluding shortly thereafter with a motion to adjourn.

The Board of Trustees meeting covered reports and actions across several committees. The Water and Electric Commission report was accepted, and the Fire Commissioner's report was approved with an amendment to the previous meeting's minutes. The Public Works Committee approved inspection proposals, contingent on ongoing inspections being completed by Kevin Breit, and approved a Legion Street survey map with a 20'x 80' deed transfer to the Village. The Director of Public Works report was accepted, and the building permit report was approved via roll call vote. The Public Safety Committee accepted the Chief's written report and approved the appointment of Krista James as Municipal Court Judge. The Personnel Committee approved the wage for Adam Dvorak to become a full-time officer retroactive to February 1, 2026, and set the Deputy Clerk's wage retroactively to December 15, 2025. The Finance Committee approved an Operator License, the Clerk's report, the monthly Financial Report, and authorized total Village expenses of $137,525.39 and Water & Electric Expenses totaling $250,398.54.