Council Meeting Minutes 2026 07 15

Village of Edgerton Council Meeting Minutes

Wednesday, July 15, 2026 at 5:30 PM

• Mayor Day called the meeting to order at 5:30PM with the Pledge of Allegiance and Prayer.
• Y – Yes, N – No, A – Abstain, Abs – Absent
• Roll Call:

     4 Members Present

Other Village Representatives Present:

• Denise Knecht – Fiscal Officer; Doug Zimmerman – Acting Village Administrator; Scott Blue – Fire Chief; Bob Adkins – Assistant Fire Chief

Media Present:

• Brianna Balogh – The Village Reporter; Brian Koeller – The Bryan Times

Public Present:

• Beau Adkins
• Motion to Approve Meeting Minutes from 07.01.26:

Motion PASSES 4-0

Mayor Update by Robert Day:

• Homecoming festivities this Saturday 7/18; parade begins at 9am, full day of activities, 250^th Anniversary Celebration at the new Community Center in the evening- Auburn City Band, cupcakes and ice cream, something for everyone so come out and enjoy the day!

Administrator Update by Doug Zimmerman:

• Sidewalk Project PID 119800: Sent EDG notice to proceed 7/2/26. Meeting set up for 7/23 to get started.
• Crosswalk Project PID 125525: Sent EDG notice to proceed. 7/2/26. Meeting set up for 7/21.
• Water Treatment Project: Quote was received from Metalink late yesterday. Need time to review.
• Sewer Improvement Project: The request for “Statement of Qualifications” is written up and has been reviewed by management. Set to advertise twice in July. After selection, we can begin the design phase.
• JW Lift Station: Still waiting on parts.
• Substation Transformer: Being picked up on 7/30 to begin repairs
• Community Center: Substantial completion was signed on 7/2/26. Going back through the punch list of items to be completed and trying to work through with Architect and Contractor. Lake has algae issues. Contacted Fin Farm out of Ridgeville Corners for treatment options. They have applied the first treatment.
• Wage Study: A quote was received for an update to the wage study performed by Clemens Nelson. Our initial wage study was completed in 2021. They have quoted $7,100 – $9,300.

Fiscal Officer Update by Denise Knecht:

• Bank of America card statements not yet available. Will have for review at the first meeting in August
• Motion to pay bills 07.15.26:

Motion PASSES 4-0

Fire Chief Update by Scott Blue:

• Bob Adkins reported that we were blessed again to be awarded a grant in the amount of $15,000 from TC Energy for the 3^rd year in a row
• ISO rating as of July 1, 2026- grading agency does an assessment of emergency communications (9.12 out of 10), Fire Department (27.4 out of 50), and Village water system (29.99 out of 40). FD lacking people and training hours contributed to lower score. We were able to keep the same Class 04 score from last time. Rural area is a 4Y. This score is used by insurance and contributes to costs.

TC Energy Grant: TC Energy is a large natural gas pipeline that runs through Edgerton. We have been awarded this grant and plan to purchase a skid unit for Chief 30’s utility vehicle.

• Motion to accept TC Energy grant in the amount of $15,000.00 for the purchase of a skid unit:

Motion PASSES 4-0

The Lewie Promotional Pricing: We would like to make some adjustments to the pricing schedule to encourage facility rentals. The Village is excited to offer a 50% discount for private events to be held between August 1, 2026 and October 31, 2026 ONLY.  This is a great deal for the community and a good opportunity for us to get some marketing pictures and work out any kinks in the process.

• Motion to approve promotional pricing discounts for the Lewis E Brown Community Center from August 1, 2026-October 31, 2026:

Motion PASSES 4-0

2026 supplemental appropriations: We are requesting a supplement to fund Village of Edgerton Pedestrian Safety Improvements PID 119800 proposal for professional services with Environmental Design Group that was approved at the last council meeting.  The design cost is $188,804.00 plus legal fees and/or costs for right-of-way acquisition if needed. After these budget expense increases, the 2026 estimated carryover balance is 19 months in the Income Tax Fund and 15 months in the General Fund. AOS recommends maintaining a carryover balance of 3-6 months of operating expenses in funds to ensure financial stability for local governments. We are well above that.

VILLAGE OF EDGERTON ORDINANCE NO 1169
AN ORDINANCE PROVIDING FOR A SUPPLEMENT TO THE 2026 ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS

• Motion to pass and adopt Ordinance No 1169:

Motion PASSES 4-0

Council Discussion:

Jason Gruver stated he has not seen reminders about energy usage during peak hours. Amanda will work on putting more information out to residents.

Brian Bowsher shared some dissatisfaction that the residents living near the apartments on Gerhart Street have had with the concrete and construction crews and equipment for the work being done at PK Housing apartments. Driveways have been blocked and workers are not being responsive. Bowsher just wanted Council to be aware.

• Motion to enter into executive session to consider the appointment, employment, dismissal, discipline, promotion, demotion or compensation of a public employee or official at 5:57PM:

Motion PASSES 4-0

• Motion to exit executive session at 6:32PM:

Motion PASSES 4-0

No action taken.

• Motion to adjourn at 6:32PM:

Motion PASSES 4-0