Waterford, Wisconsin

Public Works Committee

The Village of Waterford Public Works & Utilities Committee met on July 21, 2026 to consider several items. The committee voted to approve and recommend approval of the Village Board for the additional streets included in the 2026 Roadway Improvement Project. Other actions included moving agenda item #5 to the first position, directing staff to study renting Fire Station 1, presenting options for a slip lease, and authorizing removal of trees on 209 N Milwaukee St.

• Approve and recommend approval of additional streets for the 2026 Roadway Improvement Project
• Motion to move agenda item #5 to #1
• Motion directing staff to investigate feasibility of renting Fire Station 1
• Motion presenting options to terminate or maintain the slip lease
• Motion authorizing removal of trees on the roadway of 209 N Milwaukee St

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will discuss adding roads to the 2026 Roadway Improvement Project and hold a public hearing on a resolution to discontinue and vacate a segment of Center Street south of Waterford Union High School. The board will also consider two resolutions—one to vacate the Center Street portion and another to designate public depositories and signers—and motions to enter executive session for personnel and property‑purchase matters.

• Discussion on adding additional roads to the 2026 Roadway Improvement Project (Aber Dr. $32,500; Marina Ct. $14,500; Forest Ln. cul‑de‑sac $8,660; total $55,660).
• Public hearing to consider adoption of a Resolution to discontinue and vacate a 2,201‑sq‑ft portion of Center St. south of Waterford Union HS.
• Discussion on Resolution 1046-060826 to discontinue and vacate portions of Center Street.
• Discussion on Resolution 1047-071326 to designate public depositories and authorized signers for Village accounts.
• Motions to convene executive session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1) for employee compensation data and for negotiating purchase of public property.

Public Works Committee

The Waterford Public Works & Utilities Committee will discuss several new business items, including subleasing boat slips, removing trees in front of Waldyn Liquidators on Milwaukee Street, and adding streets to the 2026 Roadway Improvement Project. The committee will also consider a charge for use of Ten Club Park for the Hometown Huddle and a possible lease of Fire Station #1 to the Jr Wolverine Baseball Club. No actions have been taken yet; the items are slated for discussion and potential motions.

• Discussion on subleasing boat slips
• Removal of trees in front of Waldyn Liquidators on Milwaukee Street
• Adding streets to the 2026 Roadway Improvement Project
• Charge for use of Ten Club Park – Hometown Huddle
• Lease/rent of Fire Station #1 to Jr Wolverine Baseball Club

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board will appoint a chairperson. It will approve the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting. The board will discuss and review the annual financial reports for Tax Incremental Districts 3 and 4. The meeting will then be adjourned.

• Appointment of Adam Jaskie as chairperson of the meeting
• Approval of minutes from the June 17, 2025 Joint Review Board meeting
• Review of TID 3: $4,579,961 total revenue, $4,530,424 expenditures, $848,234 ending balance
• Review of TID 4: $4,653,097 total revenue, $4,384,342 expenditures, $919,781 ending balance
• Adjournment of the meeting at 9:17 AM

Village Board

The Village Board will meet to discuss a proposed police contract. This follows a previous meeting where the board requested the Town of Waterford review specific staffing and cost concerns.

• Discussion on proposed police contract

The board unanimously accepted the minutes from the June 8, 2026 meeting. It also unanimously approved extending the existing police contract for an additional six months. Both motions carried by roll‑call vote.

• Approved acceptance of the June 8, 2026 Village Board minutes (unanimous)
• Approved six‑month extension of the existing police contract (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Police & Fire Commission will review its bylaws and rules. It will consider a motion to enter executive session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for personnel matters, a motion to reconvene in open session, and a motion to act on items discussed in a closed session. The meeting also includes approval of the March 10, 2026 minutes.

• Discuss bylaws and rules of the Police and Fire Commission
• Motion to convene an executive session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c)
• Motion to reconvene the meeting in open session
• Motion for action on items deliberated in closed session
• Review and approve the March 10, 2026 commission minutes

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will consider several actions, including approving annual liquor, beer, cigarette and vaping licenses, discussing an employment agreement for a new Village Administrator, and reviewing a contract for 2026 roadway improvements. A public hearing will be held on a resolution to discontinue and vacate a portion of Center Street south of Waterford Union High School. The board will also discuss a proposed police contract and other routine items.

• Award contract to Wolf Paving for 2026 roadway improvements ($365,326.39)
• Public hearing on Resolution to discontinue and vacate part of Center St. south of Waterford Union HS
• Renewal of Class “A” and “B” beer, liquor, wine, cigarette/tobacco/vaping licenses for multiple businesses
• Discussion of employment agreement for a new Village Administrator
• Discussion of proposed police contract

The Village Board accepted the May 26 special minutes and appointed John Todryk to the Finance Committee. It approved multiple alcohol, tobacco and entertainment licenses, the employment agreement for Administrator Sarah Wishar, and a $365,326.39 road improvement contract with Wolf Paving. The board adopted Resolution 1045‑060826, barred Globe Life from selling life insurance to employees, and voted to return the proposed six‑month police contract to the Town while allowing a 90‑day extension of the current contract.

• Accepted 5/26/26 Special Village Board Minutes (unanimous)
• Appointed John Todryk to the Finance Committee (unanimous)
• Approved various Class A/B alcohol, wine, tobacco and entertainment licenses (unanimous)
• Approved Employment Agreement for Administrator Sarah Wishar (unanimous)
• Approved $365,326.39 2026 roadway improvement contract with Wolf Paving (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 1045‑060826 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (unanimous)
• Prohibited Globe Life from offering life insurance products to village employees (unanimous)
• Motion passed to send 6‑month police contract back for review and allow a 90‑day extension of the current contract (ayes: Nash, Goldammer, Pollnow, McReynolds, Todryk; nays: Jaskie, Dunham)

Personnel Committee

The Village of Waterford Personnel Committee will approve the April 16 and May 7 meeting minutes. It will then consider a motion to convene an executive session under Wisconsin Statutes §19.85(1) to discuss employment, promotion, compensation or performance data for an EMS employee. After the closed session, the committee will vote to reconvene in open session and take action on any items deliberated in the executive session.

• Motion to convene executive session for EMS employee personnel data
• Motion to reconvene into open session after executive session
• Motion to act on items discussed in the closed session
• Reading and approval of April 16, 2026 and May 7, 2026 Personnel Committee minutes

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will discuss appointing Village Attorney Todd Terry as an Independent Review Officer. It will vote on motions to move into executive session to review employee compensation and performance data, and to negotiate the purchase of public property. The board will also vote on reconvening to open session and on actions arising from the closed‑session discussions.

• Appointment of Village Attorney Todd Terry as Independent Review Officer
• Motion to convene executive session for employee employment, promotion, compensation, and performance evaluation data
• Motion to convene executive session for discussion and negotiation of public‑property purchase
• Motion to reconvene the meeting into open session
• Motion for action on items deliberated in closed session

The Village Board accepted the May 11 special meeting minutes and appointed Trustee John Todryk as Independent Review Officer. The board entered an executive session at 5:12 PM, later reconvened in open session, and authorized Chairwoman Pollnow to extend an offer to a candidate. It also approved the sale of Lot 9B in the Mercury Business Park to All Betts Properties, LLC for $100,000. The meeting was adjourned at 9:22 PM.

• Accepted May 11, 2026 Special Village Board minutes (all ayes)
• Appointed Trustee John Todryk as Independent Review Officer (all ayes)
• Entered executive session at 5:12 PM per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1) (all ayes)
• Re‑convened in open session at 9:21 PM (all ayes)
• Authorized Chairwoman Pollnow to extend an offer on behalf of the Board (all ayes)
• Approved sale of Lot 9B, Mercury Business Park to All Betts Properties, LLC for $100,000 (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:22 PM (all ayes)

Board of Review

The Waterford Board of Review will examine the Assessment Roll, correct description or calculation errors, and certify those corrections under state law. It will verify that open‑book changes are included and then hear any filed objections, making decisions on them. The board may also consider scheduling additional review dates.

• Review and summary of Assessment Summary Report by Assessor Dan McHugh
• Receipt of the Assessment Roll from the Assessor
• Examination and correction of description or calculation errors on the Roll
• Discussion/Action – Certify all corrections of error under state law
• Deliberations and decisions on property tax objections

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will review the preliminary plans for the Park Point single‑family subdivision and consider a motion for action. The meeting also includes reading and approval of the March 18, 2026 Plan Commission minutes. No other decisions are scheduled.

• Discussion and review of Bielinski’s Park Point preliminary plans (27‑lot subdivision, 6.31 acres)
• Proposed rezoning of the Park Point site from Business and Commercial to Planned Community Development
• Reading and approval of the March 18, 2026 Plan Commission minutes
• Standard agenda items: call to order, roll call, public appearances

Public Works Committee

The Waterford Public Works & Utilities Committee will consider a motion to close streets for the Waterford Area Flea Market and Rummage Sale. It will also discuss the proposed Library Park Project, a landscape design for Ten Club Park flagpoles, and tent rentals at Ten Club Park Plaza. Additional items include moving the committee meeting to the first Tuesday of each month and approving the CMAR report.

• Discussion of Special Event Street Closure – Waterford Area Flea Market and Rummage Sale
• Discuss proposed Library Park Project
• Discuss design direction for landscape under flagpoles at Ten Club Park
• Discussion of Ten Club Park Plaza tent rentals
• Consider moving Public Works and Utility meeting to the 1st Tuesday of the month

The Public Works Committee approved the minutes from the March 17 meeting. It approved a street closure for the Waterford Area Flea Market & Rummage Sale, supported the library's grant pursuit for a United Way Born Learning Trail, and authorized a concrete deck around the flag‑pole area. The committee also directed park staff to explore private‑event rentals at Ten Club Park and recommended the Village Board approve the CMAR report. A motion to reschedule future meetings to the first Tuesday of each month was tabled.

• Approved minutes from 3‑17‑26 (all aye)
• Approved street closure for Waterford Area Flea Market & Rummage Sale (all aye)
• Supported Waterford Public Library pursuing United Way Born Learning Trail grant (all aye)
• Approved proceeding with concrete deck around flag pole area (all aye)
• Directed park staff to explore Ten Club Park rentals for private events (all aye)
• Recommended Village Board approve CMAR report (all aye)
• Rescheduling Public Works meetings to first Tuesday of month – tabled
• Adjourned meeting at 5:24 pm (all aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will swear in three Village Trustees and review annual committee and board appointments. The meeting includes planned executive sessions to discuss the Administrator search, EMS Director, and the purchase of public property.

• Swearing in of 3 Village Trustees
• Review and confirmation of annual Committee, Commission, and Board appointments
• Executive session regarding Administrator Executive Search and EMS Director
• Executive session to discuss the purchase of public property

The Village Board accepted the April 6 and April 13 board minutes and the annual committee, commission and board appointments. New trustees Bob Nash, Keli Dunham and John Todryk were sworn in. The board entered an executive session, later reconvened in open session, directed the president to act on closed‑session items, and then adjourned.

• Accepted April 6 and April 13 Village Board minutes (all ayes)
• Accepted Annual Committee, Commission & Board appointments (all ayes)
• Swore in new Village Trustees Bob Nash, Keli Dunham, John Todryk
• Convene executive session at 6:36 PM (all ayes)
• Reopen open session at 9:12 PM (all ayes)
• Direct President Jaskie to act on closed‑session items (all ayes)
• Adjourn meeting at 9:14 PM (all ayes)

Personnel Committee

The Village of Waterford Personnel Committee will consider a motion to enter executive session to review employment, promotion, compensation, or performance‑evaluation data for the administrator executive search. Afterward, the committee will consider a motion to reconvene in open session and a motion to take action on items discussed in the closed session.

• Motion to convene executive session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1) to consider employment, promotion, compensation or performance‑evaluation data for the administrator executive search
• Motion to reconvene the meeting in open session
• Motion for action on items deliberated in the closed session

The committee voted to convene an executive session at 5:33 PM to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance‑evaluation data of public employees. After the closed session, the committee reconvened in open session at 8:06 PM. The chair was directed to implement the actions discussed in the executive session. The meeting was adjourned at 8:07 PM. All motions passed unanimously.

• Convene executive session at 5:33 PM – passed (all ayes)
• Reopen open session at 8:06 PM – passed (all ayes)
• Direct Chair to carry out executive‑session actions – passed (all ayes)
• Adjourn meeting at 8:07 PM – passed (all ayes)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to consider entering an executive session to discuss disciplinary data regarding an EMS employee. The committee may take action on items deliberated during the closed session.

• Executive session to consider disciplinary data of an EMS employee

The committee approved the March 19 and April 2 personnel committee minutes. It voted to convene an executive session at 5:33 PM to consider disciplinary data of specific persons, with a roll‑call vote of five ayes (Pollnow, Nargis, Jaskie, Bell, Olson). The committee then reconvened in open session at 8:20 PM, directed the chair to implement the closed‑session discussion, and adjourned at 8:22 PM.

• Approved 3/19/26 Personnel Committee minutes (all ayes)
• Approved 4/2/26 Personnel Committee minutes (all ayes)
• Convene executive session at 5:33 PM to discuss disciplinary data (Pollnow, Nargis, Jaskie, Bell, Olson – aye)
• Re‑convene open session at 8:20 PM (all ayes)
• Direct Chair Pollnow to carry out closed‑session recommendations (all ayes)
• Adjourn meeting at 8:22 PM (all ayes)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board will vote on a certified survey map for multiple Waterford Union High School parcels and on a resolution to vacate a 2,201‑square‑foot portion of Center Street. The board will also consider updates to the Water System Master Plan, proposed 2026 road projects, and several contracts for library improvements. Additional items include new liquor and tobacco licenses and a motion to proclaim Arbor Day.

• Approve Resolution 1042-041326 adopting a Certified Survey Map for Waterford Union High School parcels
• Approve Resolution 1060-060826 vacating a 2,201 sq ft portion of Center Street
• Discuss Water System Master Plan update (Baxter & Woodman work order) recommended by Public Works Committee
• Discuss 2026 Proposed Road Projects recommended by Public Works Committee
• Discuss library improvement contracts: roofing replacement RFP, structural engineering contract (JE Frey), HVAC equipment replacement RFP (Omnia Partners), and HVAC engineering services contract (Eagle Design)

The Village Board approved the 2026 Proposed Road Projects and several contracts for library upgrades, including roof replacement, building enclosure, and HVAC replacement. It also added Globe Life as a free life‑insurance option for full‑time employees and adopted a CSM for Waterford Union High School. An Arbor Day proclamation and an executive session on personnel matters were also approved.

• Approved Globe Life life‑insurance benefit for full‑time employees (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 1042-041326 to approve a CSM for Waterford Union High School (all ayes)
• Approved Water System Master Plan work order from Baxter & Woodman (all ayes)
• Approved 2026 Proposed Road Projects (all ayes)
• Approved RFP for Library roof replacement project (all ayes)
• Approved contract with JE Frey and RFP for Library building enclosure work (all ayes)
• Approved public bid process for Library HVAC equipment replacement (all ayes)
• Approved HVAC engineering services contract with Eagle Design for Library HVAC RFP (all ayes)

Village Board

The Village Board will consider a motion to convene an executive (closed) session to discuss and possibly act on the employment status of a village employee under Wisconsin Statutes §19.85(1)(b). It will also consider a motion to reconvene in open session if needed, and a motion to take action on any matter deliberated in the closed session.

• Motion to convene executive session to discuss employment status of a village employee per Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(b)
• Motion to reconvene in open session if necessary
• Motion for action on matter deliberated in the closed session

The Board considered the employment status of EMS employee Jarod Kimber and voted to terminate his employment. The motion to terminate passed unanimously (7‑0) and the termination became effective at 6:25 PM on April 6, 2026. The Board then voted to adjourn the meeting, which also passed unanimously.

• Terminate EMS employee Jarod Kimber (7-0 vote)
• Adjourn meeting (7-0 vote)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to consider an executive session regarding employee data. The primary focus of the closed session is an Administrator executive search.

• Executive session to discuss Administrator executive search

The Personnel Committee voted to convene an Executive Session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of public employees. After the closed session, the committee voted to reconvene in open session, to direct the Chairwoman to implement the closed‑session discussions, and then to adjourn. All motions passed with unanimous support.

• Convene into Executive Session – approved (all ayes)
• Reopen in open session at 7:07 PM – approved (all ayes)
• Direct Chairwoman to carry out closed‑session actions – approved (all ayes)
• Adjourn at 7:08 PM – approved (all ayes)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Waterford Police Exploratory Ad‑Hoc Committee will discuss a draft contract that would provide police services jointly for the Village and Town of Waterford. The committee will consider an appropriate motion for action on the contract. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and public appearances.

• Discussion of draft contract for joint police services between the Village and Town of Waterford

The committee approved the February 23, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously. After reviewing the latest draft of the joint police department agreement, members voted to submit the final draft to the town and village leadership. The meeting was then adjourned by unanimous motion.

• Approved February 23, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Submitted final joint police department agreement to town and village leadership (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Personnel Committee

The Waterford Personnel Committee approved the March 11 minutes. It then voted to convene an executive session to review disciplinary information concerning two EMS employees. After the closed session, the committee voted to reconvene in open session and to act on matters discussed in the executive session. The meeting was adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

• Approve March 11 Personnel Committee minutes
• Motion to convene executive session for disciplinary data of 2 EMS employees
• Motion to reconvene into open session
• Motion to act on items deliberated in closed session
• Adjournment at 7:10 p.m.

The committee approved the March 11, 2026 Personnel Committee minutes. It voted to enter an executive session at 5:32 p.m. to consider disciplinary data and personnel issues. The committee later reconvened in open session at 7:45 p.m., directed the chair to implement the closed‑session discussion, and adjourned at 7:47 p.m.

• Approved March 11, 2026 Personnel Committee minutes (all ayes)
• Convene executive session at 5:32 p.m. for disciplinary data (all ayes)
• Reopen open session at 7:45 p.m. (all ayes)
• Direct Chairwoman to carry out closed‑session discussion (all ayes)
• Adjourn meeting at 7:47 p.m. (all ayes)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will discuss a draft Certified Survey Map (CSM) submitted by Waterford Union High School District. They will also review preliminary plans for the Rise Up Basketball Academy. Both items will be considered for possible motions before the commission.

• Review draft Certified Survey Map (CSM) for Waterford Union High School (parcels 191-041935408000, 191-041935413000, etc.)
• Discuss preliminary design plans for Rise Up Basketball Academy
• Reading and approval of minutes from the January 21, 2026 Plan Commission meeting

The Plan Commission approved the March 18, 2026 meeting minutes. It recommended that the Village Board approve a Certified Survey Map and Resolution 1042-041326 for parcels owned by Waterford Union High School. The commission also adjourned the meeting at 6:15 pm.

• Approved March 18, 2026 Plan Commission minutes (all ayes)
• Recommended Village Board approve Certified Survey Map and Resolution 1042-041326 for Waterford Union High School parcels (all ayes)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:15 pm (all ayes)

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider several contracts and RFPs for roofing, HVAC, and structural work at the Village of Waterford Library. Members will also discuss a Water System Master Plan update and 2026 road improvement projects.

• Work order from Baxter & Woodman for Water System Master Plan Update
• Proposed road improvement project for 2026
• RFPs for Library roofing replacement, building enclosure work, and HVAC equipment replacement
• Contracts for HVAC (Eagle Design), Building Envelope (Commercial Consultants Group), and Structural Engineering (JE Frey, LLC)
• Request for dog exemption at Whitford Park for a one-day K-9 Fundraising event

The Public Works Committee approved eight recommendations to the Village Board, including contracts for Baxter & Woodman, 2026 road improvement projects, a library roofing replacement RFP, structural engineering services for the library enclosure, research on an HVAC equipment RFP, and an Eagle Design HVAC engineering contract. It also approved a motion not to proceed with the library building envelope enclosure engineering and approved rebuilding a backup well pump. No action was taken on a park request that was postponed. All motions carried unanimously.

• Recommended Village Board approve Baxter & Woodman (unanimous)
• Recommended Village Board proceed with 2026 Road Improvement projects (unanimous)
• Recommended Village Board issue RFP for Library Roofing Replacement (unanimous)
• Recommended Village Board award JE Frey contract for Library Structural Engineering (unanimous)
• Recommended Village Board pursue RFP and research with Omnia Partners for Library HVAC Replacement (unanimous)
• Recommended Village Board award Eagle Design contract for Library HVAC Engineering (unanimous)
• Recommended Village Board not proceed with Library Building Envelope Enclosure Engineering (unanimous)
• Approved rebuilding a backup well pump for Well 5 (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to consider entering an executive session to discuss disciplinary data and personnel problems regarding two EMS employees. The committee may take action on these items after reconvening in open session.

• Executive session to discuss disciplinary data of 2 EMS employees

The Personnel Committee approved its March 2, 2026 minutes. It then voted to convene an executive session to discuss disciplinary data, and later voted to return to an open session. The committee directed the chairwoman to implement the actions discussed in the closed session and adjourned the meeting at 7:10 p.m.

• Approved March 2, 2026 Personnel Committee minutes (unanimous)
• Convene executive session for disciplinary data (4‑aye roll call)
• Re‑convene open session (unanimous)
• Direct Chairwoman to carry out closed‑session actions (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 7:10 p.m. (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Police & Fire Commission will review the minutes from the February 10, 2026 meeting. The commission will discuss its bylaws and rules and consider a motion to act on any changes. No final action is scheduled for this meeting.

• Review and act on February 10, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discuss bylaws and rules of the Police & Fire Commission
• Consider an appropriate motion for action on the bylaws

The Police & Fire Commission accepted the corrected meeting minutes. A motion was passed to continue discussion and review of the commission bylaws until the next meeting. The commission also approved adjournment at 5:50 pm.

• Approved the 2‑10‑26 Police & Fire Commission minutes (all ayes)
• Approved continuation of bylaws discussion and review until next meeting (all ayes)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting at 5:50 pm (all ayes)

Village Board

The Village Board adopted Ordinance 716‑030226, eliminating any minimum lot size requirement for land owners in the Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority. The board also considered Resolution 1043‑030926 designating public depositories and signers, and Resolution 1044‑030926 authorizing participation in a cooperative boundary plan, while reviewing a recommendation on a dog‑fancier licensing program. A motion was made to convene an executive session to discuss purchase of public property and related contracts.

• Adoption of Ordinance 716‑030226 – no minimum lot size in the Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority
• Resolution 1043‑030926 – designation of public depositories and authorized signers
• Resolution 1044‑030926 – authorization to participate in a cooperative boundary plan
• Recommendation to draft a revised dog licensing ordinance including a dog‑fancier license option
• Motion to convene executive session for discussion of public property purchase and contract negotiations

The board accepted the March 2‑26 special meeting minutes and kept the existing limits on dogs and cats, directing staff to send a compliance letter. It adopted two resolutions designating public depositories and authorizing participation in a cooperative boundary plan. The board approved a $3,500 contract with Visit Racine County and entered an executive session to discuss property and fund matters before adjourning.

• Accepted the March 2‑26 Special Village Board minutes (all ayes)
• Kept Village Code Chapter 87‑18 limits on dogs and cats unchanged; staff to send compliance letter (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 1043‑030926 designating public depositories and signers (all ayes)
• Adopted Resolution 1044‑030926 authorizing participation in a cooperative boundary plan (all ayes)
• Approved 2026 contract with Visit Racine County, paying $3,500 (all ayes)
• Convene executive session to discuss public property purchase and investment of public funds (all ayes)
• Authorized President Jaskie to act on items discussed in executive session (all ayes)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:10 PM (all ayes)

Village Board

The Waterford Village Board approved several measures at its March 2, 2026 meeting. It adopted Ordinance 716‑030226, lowering the minimum lot size in the extraterritorial plat review area from 20 acres to 5 acres. The board also adopted Ordinance 715‑011226 rezoning a 6.3‑acre parcel from General Business (B‑2) to Single Family (R‑1) and Ordinance 717‑011226 amending the 2018 Vision Waterford Master Plan to permit low‑density residential on the same parcel. Additional actions included a DOT street‑classification resolution and approval of development plans for STA75 LLC condos.

• Ordinance 716‑030226: reduces minimum lot/parcel size in extraterritorial plat review from 20 acres to 5 acres
• Ordinance 715‑011226: rezones 6.3‑acre Parcel ID 191‑041927003413 from B‑2 (General Business) to R‑1 (Single Family)
• Ordinance 717‑011226: amends 2018 Vision Waterford Master Plan to allow low‑density residential on 6.3‑acre parcel
• Resolution 1041‑020926: adopts DOT changes to the functional street classification system
• Approval of development plans and draft development agreement for STA75 LLC condo project

The Village Board accepted the March 2, 2026 minutes unanimously. The public hearing on Ordinance 716‑030226 was closed by roll‑call vote. The Board adopted Ordinance 716‑030226, amending the CH 235 Land Division to require no minimum lot size within the Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority, with one member recused. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Accepted 2/9/26 Village Board minutes (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on Ordinance 716‑030226 (7‑0 roll‑call)
• Adopted Ordinance 716‑030226 – no minimum lot size in Extraterritorial Plat Review Authority (6‑0, 1 recused)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee will review and discuss a draft contract for joint police services between the Village and Town of Waterford for 2026 and beyond. The meeting includes a review of the draft terms and consideration of a motion for action.

• Review of draft contract for joint police services between Village and Town of Waterford
• Discussion of the Waterford Police Commission (WPC) composition and powers
• Review of cost-sharing based on population estimates
• Discussion of budget processes for annual operating and three-year capital budgets

The minutes record only the meeting’s date, time, location, and administrative details. No motions, votes, approvals, or other actions were documented. Therefore, no substantive decisions were taken by the committee.

Tourism Commission

The Waterford Tourism Commission will elect a chairperson, vice‑chair, and secretary. It will review and discuss the 2026 contract with Visit Racine County and consider motions on village‑sponsored events such as Food Truck Mondays, Movies in the Park, and Halloween. Additional items include a review of Balloonfest and the 2026 Events Magnet.

• Election of commission officers (chairperson, vice‑chair, secretary)
• Review and discussion of the 2026 Visit Racine County contract
• Review of 2026 village‑sponsored events: Food Truck Mondays, Movies in the Park, Halloween
• Review of 2026 Balloonfest
• Review and discussion of the 2026 Events Magnet

Public Works Committee

The Public Works and Utilities Committee will discuss proposed fee increases for 2026 boat launch permits. The body will also hold initial discussions regarding a 2026 HVAC and roofing project at the library.

• Proposed 2026 boat launch fees: $10 daily, $40 resident annual, $60 non-resident annual
• 2026 HVAC and roofing project at the library
• Update on Well 6 pump testing and Well 4 offline status
• Status of East Main Street and Jefferson Street reconstructions for November 2026 referendum
• Planned 2027 replacement of Lift Stations 2 and 4

The committee approved the minutes from the January 5, 2026 meeting. It also approved the proposed 2026 boat launch permit fees, adding a $70 charge for nonresident annual permits. No action was taken on the 2026 HVAC & Roofing Project. The meeting adjourned at 5:09 p.m.

• Approved Jan 5 2026 meeting minutes (all aye)
• Approved 2026 boat launch permit fee increase: $70 added to nonresident annual permits (all aye)
• No action taken on 2026 HVAC & Roofing Project (discussion only)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:09 p.m. (all aye)

Board of Appeals

The Waterford Board of Appeals will meet on Feb 16, 2026 to review prior minutes and discuss two appeals. One appeal concerns interpretation of the village’s Building Code requested by Michael Billetdeaux of 707 Bass Dr. The other appeal is from Mandi Nemoure, who seeks reversal of the Village Board’s finding that her dog at 845 River Ridge Circle is a “vicious” animal. The board will consider motions on both items.

• Review and act on minutes from the 7-21-2025 Board of Appeals meeting
• Public hearing on interpretation of the Village Building Code (appeal by Michael Billetdeaux, 707 Bass Dr.)
• Public hearing on appeal of the “vicious” dog determination (appeal by Mandi Nemoure, 845 River Ridge Circle)
• Discussion and possible motion on interpretation of Village Building Codes
• Discussion and possible motion on reversal of the dog “vicious” animal determination

Police & Fire Commission

The Waterford Police & Fire Commission will review and act on the bylaws and rules governing the department. The meeting agenda also includes the approval of the January 13, 2026 meeting minutes.

• Review and approve January 13, 2026 meeting minutes
• Discuss bylaws and rules of the Police and Fire Commission
• Review Fire and Police Commission Rules and Regulations document

The commission unanimously approved the February 10 meeting minutes. Members agreed to give commissioners two weeks to review the updated bylaws before forwarding them to the Police & Fire Commission attorney. The meeting was adjourned at 7:00 pm by unanimous consent.

• Accepted meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Agreed to a 2‑week review period for bylaws before attorney submission (consensus)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:00 pm (unanimous)

Village Board

The Village Board will hold public hearings on two items related to parcel 191‑041927003413, including a recommendation to amend the 2018 Vision Waterford Master Plan to allow low‑density residential development (Ordinance 717‑011226). The Board will also consider rezoning the same parcel from General Business (B‑2) to Single‑Family (R‑1) under Ordinance 715‑011226. Additional agenda items include adopting a resolution on WISDOT functional street classification changes, amending the village code on the number of dogs and cats allowed, and reviewing development plans for STA75 LLC condos on 6th Street.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 717‑011226 to amend Vision Waterford 2018 Master Plan for parcel 191‑041927003413 (6.3 acre) to low‑density residential.
• Public hearing on Ordinance 715‑011226 to rezone parcel 191‑041927003413 from B‑2 (General Business) to R‑1 (Single‑Family).
• Resolution 1041‑020926 to adopt WISDOT Functional Classification map changes.
• Discussion of amendment to Village Code Chapter 87‑18 limiting the number of dogs and cats allowed.
• Review and discussion of STA75 LLC condo development plans on 6th Street and draft development agreement.

The Village Board approved Ordinance 717‑011226, amending the 2018 Vision Waterford Master Plan to permit low‑density residential on a 6.3‑acre parcel. It also adopted Ordinance 715‑011226 rezoning that parcel from General Business (B‑2) to Single Family (R‑1). Additional actions included approving a condo development agreement, adopting a street‑classification resolution, and tabling several items for future meetings.

• Adopted Ordinance 717‑011226 amending Vision Waterford Master Plan (passed)
• Adopted Ordinance 715‑011226 rezoning 6.3‑acre parcel to Single Family (R‑1) (passed)
• Adopted Resolution 1041‑020926 changing functional street classification system (passed)
• Tabled Village Code Chapter 87‑18 dog and cat limitation amendment to 3/9/26 (passed)
• Approved STA75 LLC condo development plans and draft Development Agreement (passed)
• Moved Ordinance #716‑030226 land‑division lot‑size change to 3/2/26 for discussion (passed)
• Deferred Globe Life business access item to 3/9/26 (passed)
• Approved amendments to Matt Kranich development agreement, stating no further amendments allowed (passed)

Personnel Committee

The committee approved the January 5 minutes and discussed wage limits, insurance options, and mileage reimbursement. It considered moving into executive session to address the administrator search and a suspended EMS employee. Members voted to freeze hiring if any full-time staff depart. The meeting adjourned after these actions.

• Motion passed to freeze hiring if any full‑time staff leave
• Presentation on employee life‑insurance options from Globe Life
• Consideration of executive session for administrator executive search and EMS employee issue
• Agreement to use federal mileage reimbursement rate of $0.725 per mile for personal vehicle use
• Discussion of creating a separate Street Department and possible equipment‑rental revenue

The committee approved the January 26, 2026 Personnel Committee minutes. It authorized Globe Life to present employee life‑insurance options to the Village Board. The committee entered an executive session to discuss an administrator search and an EMS employee leave, and it asked the Village Board to consider those items in a closed session at the next meeting. The meeting was reconvened and adjourned as scheduled.

• Approved 01/26/26 Personnel Committee minutes (5‑0)
• Approved Globe Life presentation of life‑insurance options to Village Board (5‑0)
• Convene executive session at 6:01 PM to consider administrator search and EMS leave (5‑0)
• Reconvene at 7:04 PM (unanimous)
• Request Village Board discuss Administrator Executive Search in closed session (unanimous)
• Request Village Board discuss EMS Department employee administrative leave in closed session (unanimous)
• Adjourn meeting at 7:07 PM (unanimous)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee will review and discuss a draft contract for joint police services between the Village and Town of Waterford for 2026 and beyond. The committee will consider a motion for action regarding the terms of the agreement.

• Review of draft contract for joint police services between the Village and Town of Waterford
• Discussion of terms for the Waterford Police Commission (WPC) intergovernmental agreement
• Approval of January 14, 2026 meeting minutes

The Waterford Joint Police Committee met at 4:00 PM and discussed a possible joint police department. A motion to adjourn was made by Andrew Handeland, seconded by Doug Schwartz, and passed. The meeting adjourned at 5:23 PM. No other actions were taken.

• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Personnel Committee

The Village of Waterford Personnel Committee will discuss Department of Public Works employee wages and benefits and consider a motion for action. It will also discuss Emergency Medical Services staffing and consider a motion for action. The committee will read and approve the minutes from the January 5, 2026 meeting.

• Discussion on DPW employee wages and benefits – motion to be considered
• Discussion on EMS staffing – motion to be considered
• Reading and approval of the January 5, 2026 Personnel Committee minutes

The Personnel Committee approved its January 5, 2026 minutes unanimously. It agreed to use the federal mileage reimbursement rate for personal vehicle use. The committee voted to freeze hiring if any full‑time staff depart, also unanimously. A closed session was scheduled for February 2 at 5:30 p.m. to discuss the administrator search and a suspended EMS employee.

• Approved 01/05/26 Personnel Committee minutes (all ayes)
• Agreed to proceed with mileage reimbursement model ($0.725 per mile) (all ayes)
• Motion to freeze hiring if any full‑time staff leave passed (all ayes)
• Agreed to hold closed session on Feb 2 at 5:30 p.m. (all ayes)

Plan Commission

The Waterford Plan Commission will discuss amending the Vision Waterford 2018 Master Plan and consider rezoning two parcels from B-2 General Business to residential districts. The body will also review development plans for a condo project on 6th Street.

• Public Hearing: Ordinance 717-020926 amending Vision Waterford 2018 Master Plan for parcels 191-041927003413 and 191-041927003005
• Public Hearing: Ordinance 715-020926 rezoning Parcel 191-041927003413 from B-2 to R-1 Single Family
• Public Hearing: Ordinance 716-020926 rezoning Parcel 191-041927003005 from B-2 to R-3 Multi-Family
• Review of 6th St. Condos development plans and agreement
• Discussion on Ordinance 688-050922 regarding minimum lot size in the ETJ

The commission approved the development plans and agreement with STA 75 LLC for a condominium project on 6th Street. It also approved the October 15, 2025, Plan Commission minutes and recommended two Vision Waterford 2018 master‑plan amendments (Ordinances 717‑020926 and 715‑020926) after closing their public hearings. Public hearings on two ordinances concerning parcel 191‑041927003005 were postponed pending the parcel’s sale. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved 10/15/25 Plan Commission minutes (unanimous)
• Postponed public hearing on Ordinance 717‑020926 (Vision Waterford amendment for parcel 191‑041927003005) pending sale
• Postponed public hearing on Ordinance 716‑020926 (rezoning parcel 191‑041927003005) pending sale
• Closed public hearing on Ordinance 717‑020926 (parcel 191‑041927003413) (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 717‑020926 amendment to Village Board (unanimous)
• Closed public hearing on Ordinance 715‑020926 (rezoning parcel 191‑041927003413) (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Ordinance 715‑020926 amendment to Village Board (unanimous)
• Approved development plans and agreement with STA 75 LLC for 6th St condo development (unanimous)

Police Exploratory Ad-Hoc Committee

The Police Exploratory Committee will review a draft contract for 2026 and beyond to provide police services jointly between the Village and Town of Waterford. The committee previously discussed using the model from the Sauk City joint police department. No action is scheduled for this meeting.

• Review draft contract for joint police services
• Discussion on using Sauk City joint police model
• Approval of October 6, 2025 committee minutes

The committee approved the October 6, 2026 Joint Police Exploratory Committee minutes. Members voted to hold future meetings jointly with the Town of Waterford to discuss the draft police services contract. The meeting was adjourned at 9:43 a.m.

• Approved 10/6/26 Joint Police Exploratory Committee Minutes (unanimous)
• Approved joint meeting to discuss police contract and meet jointly moving forward (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:43 a.m. (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will meet to review minutes from the December 9, 2025 meeting. The primary focus of the meeting is a proposed executive session to discuss public employee employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluations.

• Review and action on 12-9-2025 meeting minutes
• Proposed executive session regarding public employee personnel data

The Police & Fire Commission approved the January 12‑9‑25 meeting minutes. It entered an executive session, then returned to open session. The commission added Sara Hartlage and Sawyer Olson to the eligibility list and appointed them as volunteer firefighters. The meeting was adjourned at 5:30 pm.

• Approved the Jan 12‑9‑25 Police & Fire Commission minutes (all aye)
• Moved into executive session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) (all aye)
• Re‑convened into open session (all aye)
• Added Sara Hartlage and Sawyer Olson to the eligibility list (all aye)
• Appointed Sara Hartlage and Sawyer Olson as volunteer firefighters (all aye)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:30 pm (all aye)

Village Board

The Village Board will discuss a three‑year standby generator service proposal and hold a public hearing on the Vicious Dog Notice (87‑13B) with testimony from a dog owner and the police. It will also consider motions to enter executive session for employee compensation and performance matters, to reconvene in open session, and to act on items deliberated in closed session. Routine reports, appointments, and other standard agenda items will be addressed as well.

• Discussion of a three‑year standby generator service proposal
• Hearing on Vicious Dog Notice (87‑13B) with testimony from dog owner and police
• Motion to convene executive session for employee compensation, promotion, or performance review
• Motion to reconvene the meeting in open session
• Motion for action on items deliberated in closed session

The Village Board approved a three‑year standby generator service contract with Cummins. It also voted to deem a dog a vicious animal and to issue the required notice to the owner. The board convened an executive session, returned to open session, and adjourned the meeting.

• Accepted the Jan. 12 minutes – all 7 trustees voted aye
• Approved 3‑year standby generator contract with Cummins – all 7 trustees voted aye
• Deemed the dog a vicious animal under the Village ordinance – all 7 trustees voted aye
• Moved to executive session at 6:39 PM – all 7 trustees voted aye
• Moved back to open session at 8:37 PM – all 7 trustees voted aye
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:38 PM – all 7 trustees voted aye

Personnel Committee

The Waterford Village Personnel Committee meeting will review and approve the minutes from the December 2, 2024 Personnel Committee. The committee will discuss a presentation on DHS 110, the state emergency medical services licensing code. It will also discuss the employee vehicle policy and consider a motion for action, and discuss DPW wages and benefits with a possible motion for action.

• Reading and approval of the December 2, 2024 Personnel Committee minutes
• Discussion and presentation about DHS 110 (Emergency Medical Services licensing)
• Discussion on employee vehicle policy with consideration of a motion
• Discussion on DPW wages and benefits with consideration of a motion

The committee approved the December 2, 2024 Personnel Committee minutes with all members voting aye. Members discussed DHS 110, a draft employee vehicle policy, and DPW wage and benefit requests, but no motions were made on those items. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 pm with all members voting aye.

• Approved 12/2/24 Personnel Committee minutes (all aye s)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 pm (all aye s)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works & Utilities Committee met on Jan 5, 2026 and approved several motions. Members approved a motion to move forward with cobra lighting and directed staff to obtain cost estimates for retrofitting existing light poles. The committee also approved a three‑year maintenance plan for the Village Hall and treatment‑plant generators. Additional agenda items included discussion of a Main Street Lighting Project, a Fox River pathway project, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Motion to move forward with cobra lighting; staff tasked to provide retrofit cost numbers.
• Approval of a three‑year maintenance plan for Village Hall and treatment‑plant generators.
• Discussion of proposed Main Street Lighting Project, with consideration of a motion.
• Discussion of Waterford Landing on the Fox Association Inc. pathway along the Fox River, with consideration of a motion.
• Reading and approval of the Dec 15, 2025 Public Works & Utilities Committee minutes.

The committee approved the meeting minutes. It cancelled the West Main Street reconstruction project and added it to the street referendum, including burial of the power line. The request for Village assistance with Waterford Landing maintenance was tabled. The committee agreed to move future meetings to 4 p.m. on the third Tuesday of each month at Village Hall and adjourned at 5 p.m.

• Approved meeting minutes (all aye)
• Cancelled West Main Street reconstruction and added to referendum (all aye)
• Tabled request for Village assistance with Waterford Landing maintenance (all aye)
• Agreed to move Public Works meetings to 4 p.m. third Tuesday and relocate to Village Hall
• Adjourned meeting at 5:00 p.m. (all aye)