Buchanan public meetings in 2024

Town Board

The Town Board will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-07, which would amend impact fees, and later consider its adoption along with several other ordinances and resolutions. Other new business includes a Class B beer license for Island Sushi, a drainage easement agreement, approval of an engineering technician job description, and a resolution adopting the 2025 fee schedule. The consent agenda contains routine approvals of minutes, bills, operator licenses, and department reports.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-07 amending impact fees
• Possible adoption of Ordinances 2024-07 (impact fees), 2024-08 (financial guarantee for street openings), and 2024-09 (parks and recreation)
• Resolution 2024-17 adopting the 2025 fees and licenses schedule
• Class B beer and Class C combination license for Island Sushi (N162 Eisenhower Dr, Appleton)
• Drainage easement discussion and possible approval of fence installation with conditions

Storm Water Utility Commission

The Storm Water Utility Commission will meet to discuss and potentially approve guidelines and an escrow agreement for the Stream Bank Erosion Control Project. The body will also review routine financial statements and bills from November 2024.

• Approval of Stream Bank Erosion Control Project Guidelines and Escrow Agreement
• Approval of November 1, 2024 to November 30, 2024 bills
• Approval of Treasurer Statement of Income and Expenses for November 2024

Town Board

The Town Board will consider adopting the 2025 annual budget and establishing the property tax levy. The board is also deciding on a zoning ordinance update and a special charge for garbage and recycling collection.

• Resolution 2024-16: Adopting the 2025 Annual Budget and Property Tax Levy
• Ordinance 2024-06: Zoning Ordinance Update
• Resolution 2024-15: Special Charge for Garbage and Recycling Collection for Tax Year 2024
• Liquor license for Valley Grand Cinema (W3091 Van Roy Rd)
• Agreement for Enhanced County Law enforcement Services

Storm Water Utility Commission

The Buchanan Storm Water Utility Commission will consider routine consent agenda items including approval of September meeting minutes, bills for September-October, and the October treasurer statement. New business includes a vote on Resolution 2024-02 adopting the 2025 Annual Budget and approval of updated Stream Bank Erosion Control Project Guidelines and Escrow Agreement. Public comment is permitted before any action.

• Approval of September 17, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of bills from September 1 to October 31, 2024
• Treasurer Statement of Income and Expenses for October 2024
• Resolution 2024-02 adopting the 2025 Annual Budget
• Stream Bank Erosion Control Project Guidelines and Escrow Agreement

Plan Commission

The Buchanan Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider approval of Ordinance 2024-06, a zoning ordinance update, and will receive updates on the Schmalz Landscaping project and comprehensive rezoning. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and a public forum.

• Public hearing and vote on Ordinance 2024-06 Zoning Ordinance Update
• Approve minutes of October 8, 2024 Plan Commission meeting
• Schmalz Landscaping project update
• Comprehensive rezoning update

Special Town Board Meeting

The Town Board will review a presentation on the 2025 Budget. Members may take action on a proposed Fire/EMS Wage Plan effective January 1, 2025. The board will also discuss a ditch mower.

• 2025 Budget Overview
• Fire/EMS Wage Plan effective January 1, 2025
• Ditch mower discussion

Town Board

The Buchanan Town Board will hold a regular meeting with presentations on a park impact fee study and a tax increment district. New business includes a vote on transferring a Reserve Class B Liquor License for $10,500 from the Village of Greenville, discussion of economic development incentives, and a vote on acquiring right-of-way for the Eisenhower Trail. The board will also enter closed session to discuss litigation and employee compensation.

• Presentation of Park Impact Fee Study by Ehlers
• Presentation of Tax Increment District by Ehlers
• Reserve Class B Liquor License transfer from Village of Greenville for $10,500
• Eisenhower Trail right-of-way acquisition for approval/denial
• Closed session on litigation strategy and employee compensation

Parks Committee

The Buchanan Parks Committee will meet on August 6, 2024, to approve July meeting minutes and receive updates on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP), Springfield Park progress, and fundraising efforts. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled; the agenda consists of discussion and informational items.

• Approval of Parks Committee minutes from July 9, 2024
• CORP update: review of Chapter 5 Goals and Recommendations PDF
• Springfield Park progress report
• Fundraising update and planning discussion

Parks Committee

The Parks Committee will meet to discuss the adoption of the CORP and review progress at Springfield Park. The body will also receive an update on fundraising and planning.

• Recommendation of Resolution 2024-12 (CORP Adoption) to the Town Board
• Springfield Park progress report
• Fundraising update and planning

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on Ordinance 2024-06, a zoning ordinance update, and then consider a motion to recommend its approval to the Town Board. Also up for decision is a special exception amendment request for parcels 030051802 and 030051820 to allow a car wash, with a motion to require a new application due to major changes. The meeting will begin with approval of the September 10, 2024 minutes.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 2024-06 Zoning Ordinance Update (approval recommended to Town Board)
• Special exception amendment request for car wash on parcels 030051802 & 030051820 (motion to require new application)
• Approval of September 10, 2024 Plan Commission minutes

Parks Committee

The Buchanan Parks Committee will meet to approve minutes from September 10 and discuss reports on CORP, Springfield Park progress, and fundraising planning. No votes on ordinances, contracts, or fee changes are on the agenda.

• Approval of Parks Committee minutes from September 10, 2024
• Discussion of Springfield Park progress report
• Fundraising update and planning discussion

Town Board

The Town Board will consider and possibly approve the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) and several contracts for roadway, trail, and park projects. Other action items include authorizing engineering services, funding a pond park trail, approving a park impact fee study, and setting 2025 wage increases.

• Resolution 2024-12 to adopt the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan
• Letter of Authorization for Stoney Brook Engineering for 2025 roadway construction design
• Proposal to use $69,979 in Hickory Park Trail Funds for Main St. Pond Park Trail Paving
• Contract with Ehlers for a Park Impact Fee Study for $8,500
• 2025 COLA of 2.5% and merit increases based on performance scores

Storm Water Utility Commission

The Buchanan Storm Water Utility Commission will consider routine consent items including approval of minutes, bills, and a treasurer's statement. The only substantive new business is a discussion of a Geographic Information System (GIS). No ordinances, public hearings, or unfinished business are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 27, 2024 meeting
• Approval of bills paid from February 1 to August 31, 2024
• Approval of Treasurer Statement of Income and Expense for August 2024
• Discussion of Geographic Information System (GIS) for possible future action

Plan Commission

The Buchanan Plan Commission will hold a public forum, approve minutes from August 6, and consider Resolution 2024-12 to recommend approval of the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) to the Town Board. They will also discuss a Zoning Ordinance Update. No public hearings or applications for approval/denial are scheduled.

• Resolution 2024-12 Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) – possible recommendation to Town Board
• Zoning Ordinance Update – discussion only
• Approval of August 6, 2024 Plan Commission minutes

Town Board

The Town Board will decide on a special exception for a 7Brew Planned Unit Development and a new farm animal ordinance. The board is also reviewing the Capital Improvement Plan and discussing borrowing versus referendum options.

• Resolution 2024-11: Special Exception for 7Brew Planned Unit Development
• Ordinance 2024-05: Farm Animal Ordinance
• Contract for building inspection services with Paul Hermes
• Wetland delineation for Stoney Brook and Springfield by Cedar Corporation (not to exceed $5,000)
• Main Street Pond Park projects including grant applications for paving and playground installation

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a special exception for a Planned Unit Development for the 7Brew parcel. The commission will also decide on a landscaping fee-in-lieu of $6,471.77 for JBW Properties and consider approving an ordinance regulating farm animals. Minutes from the July 9 meeting and a comprehensive outdoor recreation plan update are also on the agenda.

• Public hearing and vote on Special Exception 2024-03 for 7Brew Planned Unit Development (Parcel 030213300)
• Decision on Landscape Fee-in-Lieu of $6,471.77 for JBW Properties at N250 State Rd 55
• Ordinance 2024-05 regarding farm animals (Chapter 203-2) for approval/denial
• Approval of July 9, 2024 Plan Commission minutes
• Informational update on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP)

Special Town Board Meeting

The Buchanan Town Board will hold a special meeting to discuss whether to pursue borrowing or a referendum for an unspecified purpose. No official action will be taken at this meeting.

• Discussion of borrowing versus referendum based on a staff memo

Town Board

The Town Board will discuss whether to use borrowing, a referendum, or a combination of both to fund capital improvement projects. The board will also consider a concept plan for a 7Brew Planned Unit Development and approve several board appointments.

• Concept Plan for 7Brew for a Planned Unit Development
• Town engineer contract with Cedar Corporation Addendum No. 5
• Town of Buchanan Special Assessment Guidelines
• Fireworks User Permit for Spielbauer Fireworks Co. at WIR Racetrack for September 6, 2024
• Appointments to the Plan Commission, Board of Review, and Board of Appeals

Parks Committee

The committee will discuss draft chapters 2, 3, 4, and 5 of the CORP update. The agenda also includes a progress report for Springfield Park and fundraising planning.

• Review of CORP update drafts (Chapters 2, 3, 4, and 5)
• Springfield Park progress report
• Fundraising update and planning
• Approval of June 11, 2024, meeting minutes

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a recommendation for the 7Brew Concept Plan for a Planned Unit Development. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding a Farm Animal Ordinance and an update on the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan.

• Recommendation of 7Brew Concept Plan (Parcel 030213300) to Town Board
• Discussion of Farm Animal Ordinance
• Update on Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP)

Special Town Board Meeting

The Town Board will hold a closed session to discuss engineering firm interviews. This session is for deliberating or negotiating matters related to these interviews under Wisconsin State Statutes.

• Closed session for Engineering Firm Interviews

The Buchanan Town Board held a special meeting on June 24, 2024, and moved into closed session at 1:05 p.m. under Wisconsin Statutes section 19.85(1)(e) to deliberate engineering firm interviews. The board returned to open session at 4:18 p.m. and adjourned at 4:20 p.m. No substantive decisions were recorded in open session; the minutes document only the closed session and adjournment.

• Moved into closed session on engineering firm interviews (5-0)
• Returned to open session (5-0)
• Adjourned (5-0)

Town Board

The board will consider proposed 2025 budget allocations for fire reserves, building improvements, and parks. Agenda items also include amendments to the Comprehensive Plan and subdivision ordinances. Additionally, the board will review a request to repeal the Special Assessment Policy.

• Proposed $500,000 allocation to Fire Reserve Fund
• Proposed $150,000 allocation to Building Improvement Fund
• Proposed $350,000 allocation for Parks and Recreation projects
• Ordinance 2024-03: Comprehensive Plan Amendment (Future Land Use)
• Bid award for Outagamie Road Phase 2 construction to MCC, Inc.

Parks Commission

The Buchanan Parks Committee will review the January 9, 2024, minutes and address unfinished business. Discussion items include a progress report on Springfield Park playground selection and fundraising planning. The committee will also coordinate a meeting regarding Earth Day clean up.

• Approval of January 9, 2024, minutes
• Springfield Park progress report and playground selection
• Fundraising update and planning
• Earth Day Clean Up coordination
• CORP Update, ECWRPC

The Parks Commission approved a motion to ask Lee Recreation if they can make two specific modifications to Playground Proposal #2 for Springfield Park. If the modifications are possible, the committee will recommend Proposal #2 to the Town Board; if not, a special meeting will be held to finalize a recommendation. The committee also approved previous meeting minutes and discussed fundraising and Earth Day cleanup logistics.

• Approved motion to ask Lee Recreation if they can modify Proposal #2 (voice vote)
• Approved Park Commission Minutes from 1/9/2024 (voice vote)
• Discussed fundraising options for a summer town festival
• Discussed coordination for Earth Day Clean Up on 4/22/24

Parks Commission

The Buchanan Town Parks Committee will address several ongoing items, including a progress report for Springfield Park. The meeting also includes updates on Earth Day Clean Up and fundraising planning.

• Approval of February 13, 2024, minutes
• Springfield Park progress report
• Earth Day Clean Up update
• Fundraising update and planning
• ECWRPC CORP update

The Commission approved a playground recommendation for Springfield Park and plans to put phase two of the project out for bid in April. The board also finalized survey language for the ECWRPC and planned an Earth Day clean up for April 20.

• Approved February 13, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Approved Springfield Park playground recommendation
• Finalized ECWRPC survey language

Parks Commission

The Parks Commission will review minutes from the March 12, 2024 meeting. The agenda includes a progress report for Springfield Park and updates regarding the April 22 Earth Day Clean Up.

• Approval of March 12, 2024, minutes
• Springfield Park progress report update
• Earth Day Clean Up planning
• CORP Update (ECWRPC)
• Fundraising update and planning

The Parks Commission approved the minutes from their March 12, 2024, meeting. The commission also received updates on the Springfield Park project, the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (CORP) survey, and upcoming community events.

• Approved March 12, 2024, meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:09 PM (voice vote)

Parks Committee

The committee will review minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting. The agenda also includes a CORP update, a Springfield Park progress report, and fundraising planning.

• Approval of April 9, 2024 meeting minutes
• CORP update and review of 2024 Parks Survey Summary
• Springfield Park progress report
• Fundraising update and planning

The committee approved the minutes from the April 9, 2024 meeting. Members reviewed a draft of chapter one of the CORP and survey results, and received a progress report on Springfield Park.

• Approved April 9, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

Plan Commission

The commission will review a proposed amendment to the Future Land Use chapter of the Comprehensive Plan. The meeting also includes a recommendation for a new subdivision ordinance and a discussion on a farm animal ordinance.

• Resolution 2024-06: Amendment to Chapter 10 Future Land Use
• Ordinance 2024-04: Subdivision of Land (Chapter 460)
• Discussion regarding Farm Animal Ordinance
• Approval of May 14, 2024 meeting minutes

Town Board

The Buchanan Town Board will hold a public hearing on a special assessment for Van Handel Drive improvements, then consider rezoning a 5.11-acre parcel to industrial, approving a 6-year assessment services contract with Accurate Appraisal at $64,560 per year, and several other items including bids, licenses, and a budget amendment.

• Public hearing on preliminary resolution for special assessment on Van Handel Dr. (Hank Dr. to Hillside Dr.)
• Rezoning Parcel 030065702 (N250 State Rd 55) from AGD/CL to IND Industrial
• 6-year assessment contract with Accurate Appraisal at $64,560 annually
• Springfield Park Phase 2 bid award and construction administration LOA
• Budget amendment to reduce transfer to Capital Improvement Fund from $800,000 to $150,000

The Town Board approved a construction bid for Springfield Park Phase 2 and authorized special assessments for residential properties on Van Handel Drive. The board also approved several land rezoning and survey map requests and updated the town's fee and license schedule.

• Approved Springfield Park Phase 2 base and alternate bid 1 by NEA for $648,501.10 (5-0)
• Approved Springfield Park Phase 2 construction administration from Cedar Corp up to $34,000 (5-0)
• Approved special assessment police powers for residential properties on Van Handel Dr. (5-0)
• Approved rezoning of N250 State Rd 55 from Agriculture/Commercial to Industrial (5-0)
• Approved 6-year assessment services contract with Accurate Appraisal for $50,400 annually (5-0)
• Approved 2024 Budget amendment reducing stormwater utility transfer to CIP from $800,000 to $150,000 (5-0)
• Approved updating the Buchanan Fee and License Schedule effective June 1, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved hiring for a Deputy Clerk/Deputy Treasurer position (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Buchanan Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a request to rezone a 5.11-acre parcel at N250 State Rd 55 from agricultural and commercial to industrial use. The commission will also consider two certified survey maps, one to split lots and one to combine seven lots for Lamers Dairy. Several ordinance discussions are on the agenda, but no action is planned on those items.

• Rezoning Case# 2024-02: 5.11 acres at N250 State Rd 55 from AGD/CL to IND Industrial (applicant Mike Klarner)
• Certified Survey Map Case# 2024-01: Ken Hoelzel to recreate two lots at N486 Haen Rd
• Certified Survey Map Case# 2024-02: Lamers Dairy to combine 7 lots into one at N410 Speel School Rd
• Discussion only: Subdivision Ordinance, Farm Animal Ordinance, Plan Commission vacancy

The Buchanan Town Plan Commission unanimously recommended approval of a rezoning application for a 5.11-acre parcel from agricultural/commercial to industrial use. The Commission also recommended approval of two Certified Survey Maps: one recreating two lots for Ken Hoelzel and one combining seven lots for Lamers Dairy, Inc. These recommendations are forwarded to the Town Board for final action. The meeting also included discussions on subdivision and farm animal ordinances, but no decisions were made on those items.

• Recommended approval of Resolution 2024-07 for rezoning N250 State Rd 55 to Industrial (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Certified Survey Map for Ken Hoelzel (4-0)
• Recommended approval of Certified Survey Map for Lamers Dairy, Inc. (4-0)
• Approved April 9, 2024 Plan Commission Minutes (4-0)

Town Board

The Town Board will consider several construction contracts, including a $1.2 million Van Handel Drive reconstruction and a $151,111 chip sealing project. They will also vote on a rezoning and special exception for the Schmalz property, repeal the special assessment policy, and discuss cost-sharing for Block/Debruin Road reconstruction.

• Award $1,214,125.50 bid to Carl Bowers and Sons for Van Handel Dr. reconstruction
• Award $151,111 chip sealing project to Scott Construction
• Approve Ordinance 2024-02 rezoning Schmalz property
• Repeal Town of Buchanan Special Assessment Policy
• Approve $71,000 engineering LOA for 2024 roadway projects

The Board awarded several road construction contracts, including a $1.2M project for Van Handel Dr. and a $151,111 chip sealing contract. It also approved rezoning and a special exception for Schmalz and authorized soccer field maintenance at Hickory Park.

• Approved Ordinance 2024-02 for Schmalz rezoning (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-04 for Schmalz special exception (5-0)
• Postponed repeal of Special Assessment Policy (4-1)
• Approved River Surge FC to maintain Hickory Park soccer field at their own cost (5-0)
• Awarded 2024 Chip Sealing Project to Scott Construction for $151,111 (5-0)
• Awarded Van Handel Dr. reconstruction to Carl Bowers and Sons Construction for $1,214,125.50 (5-0)
• Approved $71,000 Engineering LOA for Van Handel Dr. and $30,000 Eisenhower Trail TAP Grant Addendum (5-0)
• Approved cost sharing for Block/Debruin Road reconstruction only if an 80% grant is secured (3-2)

Plan Commission

The Buchanan Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending approval of a rezoning application and a special exception request from Schmalz Realty, LLC. The rezoning would change about 37 acres from Industrial and General Agriculture to Local Commercial. The special exception would allow wholesale/warehouse, building trades contractor with storage yard, and agriculture-related uses. The commission will also discuss a future land use amendment for the Comprehensive Plan 2040 update.

• Rezoning #2024-01: 37 acres at W2100 County Rd KK, Kaukauna and parcels 030 060200, 030 060100, 030 063000 from IND and AGD to CL
• Special Exception #2024-02: request for wholesale/warehouse, building trades contractor with storage yard, and agriculture-related uses
• Motion to recommend approval of Ordinance 2024-02 to the Town Board
• Motion to recommend approval of Resolution 2024-04 to the Town Board
• Discussion on Chapter 10 Future Land Use Amendment for Comprehensive Plan 2040

The Plan Commission recommended approval to the Town Board for rezoning 37 acres to Local Commercial and granting special exceptions for wholesale, contractor, and agriculture uses. The commission also directed staff to begin an amendment to the Comprehensive Plan 2040 Future Land Use chapter.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2024-02 to rezone 37 acres to Local Commercial (5-1)
• Recommended approval of Resolution 2024-04 for special exceptions with 25% screening at planting (4-2)
• Directed staff to initiate a Comprehensive Plan Amendment to Chapter 10 Future Land Use (6-0)
• Approved March 12, 2024 meeting minutes (6-0)

Town Board

The Buchanan Town Board will consider several key items, including a resolution to issue $1,850,000 in general obligation promissory notes, a zoning ordinance update, and a special exception request for an automotive sales and repair business. The board will also vote on repealing the special assessment policy, updating the personnel manual, and approving a letter of authorization for engineering on Outagamie Road. Consent agenda items include routine approvals of minutes, bills, licenses, and reports.

• Resolution 2024-03: Authorize issuance and sale of $1,850,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Ordinance 2024-01: Zoning Ordinance Update for approval/denial
• Special Exception #2024-01: Automotive sales/service at N468 Speel School Rd, Appleton
• Repeal of Town of Buchanan Special Assessment Policy
• Letter of Authorization for Engineering and Administration for Outagamie Rd Phase II

The Town Board approved the issuance of general obligation promissory notes and authorized engineering services for Outagamie Road. The board also approved a zoning ordinance update and a special exception for a commercial business on Speel School Road.

• Approved $1.85M General Obligation Promissory Notes (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-02 special exception for Precision Diagnostics and Enterprise at N468 Speel School Rd (5-0)
• Approved Ordinance 2024-01 Zoning Ordinance Update (5-0)
• Approved Personnel Manual Update with sick leave set to 80 hours (5-0)
• Approved Outagamie Rd Engineering and Administration Letter of Authorization not to exceed $66,800 (5-0)
• Postponed repeal of Special Assessment Policy pending Town Attorney input (5-0)
• Directed Fire Chief to draft policy or ordinance for fire address signs (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including February bills and minutes (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Buchanan Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider recommending approval of a special exception for an automobile sales, service, and repair use in the CL Local Commercial District at N468 Speel School Rd, Appleton. The commission will also review and potentially recommend approval of a zoning ordinance update (Ordinance 2024-01) and approve updated Plan Commission bylaws. The meeting includes approval of the February 13, 2024 joint meeting minutes.

• Special Exception #2024-01: auto/boat/motorcycle/construction equipment sales, service, repair at N468 Speel School Rd (parcel 030 042703), applicant Tom McGuire/Precision Diagnostics and Doug Reiser/Enterprise
• Ordinance 2024-01: Chapter 525 Zoning Ordinance update – public hearing and possible recommendation to Town Board
• Resolution 2024-02: recommendation to Town Board for the special exception
• Plan Commission Bylaws update – approval vote
• Minutes of Feb 13, 2024 Joint Plan Commission and Town Board meeting

The Plan Commission recommended a zoning ordinance update and a special exception for a commercial property to the Town Board. The commission also approved updates to its own bylaws.

• Recommended approval of Special Exception #2024-01 for N468 Speel School Rd (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 2024-01 Zoning Ordinance Update to Town Board (6-0)
• Approved Plan Commission bylaws update (6-0)
• Approved February 13, 2024 Joint Plan Commission and Town Board Minutes (6-0)

Storm Water Utility Commission

The Buchanan Storm Water Utility Commission will consider approving Resolution 2024-01 to purchase a vacant parcel for stormwater purposes and discuss the 2024 Capital Improvement Plan. The agenda also includes routine consent items: approval of January meeting minutes, bills, and treasurer's statement. No public hearings or presentations are scheduled.

• Resolution 2024-01: Purchase of Parcel 030058312 for stormwater purposes
• Discussion and possible action on 2024 Capital Improvement Plan
• Approval of January 16, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of January 2024 approved bills
• Approval of January 2024 treasurer's statement

The Commission approved the purchase of Parcel 030058312 for stormwater purposes. The board also approved the consent agenda, including January bills and financial statements.

• Approved Resolution 2024-01 to purchase Parcel 030058312 for stormwater purposes (5-0)
• Approved January 16, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved bills from January 1, 2024 to January 31, 2024 (5-0)
• Approved January 2024 Treasurer Statement of Income and Expenses (5-0)

Town Board

The Buchanan Town Board will consider several action items, including a resolution to sell $1,850,000 in general obligation promissory notes, selection of a playground vendor for Springfield Park, approval of the 2024 Capital Improvement Plan, road and culvert projects, and a personnel manual update. The agenda also includes a closed session for employee performance evaluation data. Most other items are routine consent agenda approvals.

• Resolution 2024-01: Sale of $1,850,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Springfield Park Playground: Proposal 142-180054-2 from Lee Recreation, LLC
• 2024 Capital Improvement Plan approval
• Road and culvert projects for 2024, including Van Handel Dr. reconstruction alternate bid items
• Personnel Manual update

The Town Board authorized the sale of $1.85 million in general obligation promissory notes and approved the 2024 Capital Improvement Plan. The board also selected a vendor for the Springfield Park playground and approved several road and culvert projects.

• Approved Resolution 2024-01 for $1,850,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes (4-1)
• Approved 2024 Capital Improvement Plan (4-1)
• Selected Lee Recreation, LLC for Springfield Park Playground Project (5-0)
• Approved 2024 road and culvert projects proposed in staff report (5-0)
• Added tree removal and drainage pipe installation to Van Handel Dr. Reconstruction project (5-0)
• Postponed Personnel Manual approval pending changes (5-0)
• Approved January 2024 Treasurer Statement and bills (5-0)
• Approved Engineer Report (5-0)

Plan Commission

The Buchanan Plan Commission will review the Schmalz Landscaping Concept Plan. The commission will also hold a discussion regarding a review of the Zoning Ordinance.

• Schmalz Landscaping Concept Plan
• Zoning Ordinance Review (discussion only)

The joint Plan Commission and Town Board reviewed the Schmalz Landscaping concept plan, which requires rezoning, but did not vote on it. They also discussed proposed changes to the Zoning Ordinance, with a public hearing scheduled for March. The only formal vote was to approve the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved December 11, 2023 Plan Commission minutes (6-0 voice vote)
• Suspended rules to allow Schmalz representatives to speak (6-0 voice vote)
• Reviewed Schmalz Landscaping concept plan (no vote taken)
• Discussed Zoning Ordinance Review changes (no vote taken)

Town Board

The Buchanan Town Board will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including setting the 2024 special assessment at $4,333.20 per residential lot, approving a $56,000 purchase of parcel 030058312 for stormwater purposes, and discussing the Eisenhower Drive culvert replacement. The board will also act on a letter of authorization for Springfield Park Phase 2 design. Most other agenda items are routine reports and approvals.

• 2024 special assessment set at $4,333.20 per residential lot
• Purchase of parcel 030058312 for $56,000 for stormwater purposes
• Eisenhower Drive culvert replacement discussion
• Springfield Park Phase 2 letter of authorization
• Consent agenda includes December 2023 minutes, bills, and reports

The Buchanan Town Board approved a 2024 special assessment of $4,333.20 per residential lot and agreed to buy Parcel 030058312 for $56,000 for stormwater purposes. It also voted to pursue a WISDOT Local Bridge Grant for the Eisenhower Drive culvert replacement instead of funding it with town money in 2024, and approved a Springfield Park Phase 2 letter of authorization capped at $35,900. All votes were 3-0 by voice; members Knuppel and Walsh were excused.

• Approved 2024 special assessment of $4,333.20 per residential lot (3-0)
• Approved $56,000 purchase of Parcel 030058312 for stormwater purposes (3-0)
• Approved pursuing WISDOT Local Bridge Grant for Eisenhower Drive culvert replacement instead of town-funded 2024 work (3-0)
• Approved Springfield Park Phase 2 Letter of Authorization not to exceed $35,900 (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda, including December 19, 2023 minutes and December 2023 treasurer statement and bills (3-0)