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June 1, 2026 Village Board Meeting
Monday, Jun 1, 2026
Decision on Bridge Street Dam Lift Gate Repair Tabled for Further Study and Community Input
The Village Board tabled a decision on the repair of the Bridge Street Dam lift gate for 60 days, requesting further information and community input. The current situation involves a broken hydraulic cylinder, with repair estimates ranging from approximately $150,000 to $180,000. Concerns were raised about the long-term ecological impact, the need for current information from the DNR and US Fish and Wildlife, and potential dredging needs. Public comment reflected divided opinions on repairing versus removing the dam, with some emphasizing the dam's recreational and aesthetic value, and others highlighting ecological restoration possibilities and potential future costs of neglect.
Village Board Approves 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan, Accelerates Police HVAC Upgrade
The Village Board approved the 2027-2031 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) with an amendment to accelerate the police department's HVAC upgrade. The CIP outlines planned expenditures over five years, with a significant portion allocated to Public Works and Utilities, totaling approximately $67 million. The board also approved village expenditures totaling $175,236.18. A motion to go into closed session was made to discuss the purchase of public properties and the investment of public funds or other specified public business, including the request to purchase village-owned land and a request for payment for library books.
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