VILLAGE OF LUBLIN
Regular Meeting/ Saturday March 3rd, 2018 / 9:00am / Lublin Village Hall
MINUTES
Meeting was called to order by President Jerry Kolve at 8:05am. All board members were present (Christine Nowak, Richard Pulcher/late).
Pledge of Allegiance was said.
Motion was made by Jerryto accept this month’s agenda and 2nd by Richard as posted. All were in favor.
Motion was made by Richardto accept the February 2018 Board Meeting minutes as mailed, 2nd by Christine. All were in favor.
Treasurer’s report was given.Current Balance in Village checking account is $103,402.22. Recreational combined balance is currently $40,528.02 (this includes checking, savings and CD’s)Motion made by Christineto accept treasurer’s report and 2nd by Richard. All were in favor.
Sewer accounts report: Balance in Sewer account $3,095.41 and in the Hi-Fi account $40,506.40 (reduced by $2,500.00 it was taken to pay sewer account bills). Motion made by Christine to accept sewer accounts report, 2nd by Richard. All were in favor.
Sewer Operator’s Manager’s report was given for January and February; we were zero days over the limit. Everything is running great currently. Motion made by Richard, and 2nd by Christine to accept report.
Agenda Items/Old Business
Discussion of flushing the village sewer lines. The Village Board will be checking into the cost of a unit for the Village to own. It was mentioned to contact Gilman to see if their tanker could be used in the flushing.
Discussion on sewer laterals/abandoned laterals. There are several abandoned laterals that the property owners are not currently be charged for, and documentation indicates that they were charged previously. Motion by Christine and 2nd by Richard for the sewer accounts manager to start charging the abandoned lateral fee of $76.00 for those properties. All were in favor.
The sump pump inspections should begin by the end of March.
Discussion on the Xcel Energy poles concerning the hanging of items on them. The distribution pole lines can no longer have items hanging on them. The streetlight poles we must receive written permission to place hanging items on them. The board has decided that we will remove all hanging items from the Xcel Energy poles (when weather permits).
Discussion on Noxious weeds ordinance. The clerk will type up the ordinance for the April meeting for approval. The Village Board will be the village commissioner.
Repairs needed in the fire bay area were discussed. The board has received a bid on the replacement of the door for $1,487.11; they will be checking on at least one more bid. The outside security light above the bay doors fixture will need to be replaced. The board will contact several electricians for bids. The bid will also include an outside security light at the Village Hall door. The new security lights will be LED. The president has indicated that the person doing the back door will be asked to include bids for the completing the Village Hall work.
There was an article in the Wisconsin Town Association monthly magazine concerning towns/village plowing for residents. The board will review the article and it will be discussed at the April meeting.
Discussion of TIF / Tax Increment Financing. There is a teleconference done by the University of Wisconsin-Extension on Wednesday March 14th from 10:30am-12:00 noon that Richard Pulcher will be signing up for. The teleconference will be held at the Village Hall. If you would like to attend and learn more you may.
The Annual meeting will be held on April 7th, after the regular board meeting. The clerk will place at the Lublin Post Office an article published by the Wisconsin Town Association concerning Annual Meetings and also on the website.
Open Discussion
Abandoned sewer rate of $76.00 versusoccupied sewer rate of $90.00; several residents feel that the abandoned sewer rate needs to be lowered. The Board will review all sewer ordinances, sewer expenses, and unexpected expenses. After they have reviewed these items the issue will be placed on the agenda at a later date.
The village equipment is not supposed to be used for personal use. There were several residents that indicated they felt that the snow removal equipment has been used for personal use in several incidences. This issue will be discussed at the April meeting when the discussion of the Wisconsin Town Association article is discussed.
The funds are still there for the completion of the Lublin Street project for the edge of the road. It will be completed when weather permits.
The clerk will send letters to residents who have vehicles that appear to not be running, sitting on the edge of road. These vehicles need to be removed as they are an issue with snow removal.
Junk ordinance/salvage will be tabled for another meeting. Board will review current ordinance and other information.
The Sorensen property will be coming up for auction in June, the Village has been given the option to purchase. The clerk will contact Taylor County Treasurer to advise them that the Village maybe interested in purchasing and for more information concerning the cost, per instruction from the board.
Next Board meeting will be on April 7, 2018 at 8:00am. Annual meeting to be held after.
Motion made at 9:30 am to adjourn meeting by Jerry and 2nd by Richard, after the paying of bills.
The Recreational Facilities board meeting is scheduled for after the meeting. Minutes from the meeting will be given to the clerk, to publish in next month’s newsletter.
Sarah Roy, Village Clerk
RESIDENTS WHO OWN DOGS
TAYLOR COUNTY DOG ORDINANCES:
Chapter 54, Section 54.05 Duties of All Dog Owners;
STATE OF WISCONSIN DOG STATUES: Chapter 174
Basically: Dogs when outside on owner’s property must either be in a fenced yard, a kennel, or on a chain. When off the owner’s property they must be on a leash.
And as a curiosity to property owners when walking your dog or dogs please try to remember to carry something to pick up after your dog.
From the Treasurer: Notice to all residents of Lublin who are dog owners. The county requires every dog to be licensed. Please see your treasurer to get the license. Proof of rabies vaccine is required. A Dog License Application was included with the January newsletter.
Due to the increased cost of animal impoundment, more attention will be focused on unlicensed dogs in Taylor County. In accordance with Wisconsin State Statute 174.12 (4), the Taylor County District Attorney’s office will be notified of owners who have failed to license their dogs. Those individuals will be responsible to pay fees of $169.00 per dog not licensed if they fail to comply within 30 days notice from the District Attorney’s office.
AS OF JANUARY 1ST, 2018
PLEASE BE ADVISED THAT THE VILLAGE OF LUBLIN CLERK IS AVAILABLE
MONDAY – THURSDAY between the hours of 10:00AM TO 4:30PM
OR BY APPOINTMENT
Other than when the clerk has a personal appointment or training
Senior Americans Day
30th Annual Senior Americans Day
Tuesday, June 5, 2018 | UW-Eau Claire campus
Once I have further information I will include it.
I attended it last year and had an enjoyable day.
VILLAGE HALL
Please remember when leaving the Village Hall to make sure all electric has been turned off and that the door is locked.
Residents we have placed a Sewer Department box outside of the Village Hall. You may place your sewer payments there instead of mailing them.
All Village Employees
take their instructions from the Village Board ONLY.
If you have any complaints, things you feel need to be done or done differently YOU need to contact the Village Board, NOT the Village Municipal Employee.
LUBLIN FIRE DEPARTMENT
Reminder: Village of Residents are eligible for free smoke detectors. They are being offered by Lublin Fire Department and supplied by Red Cross. For more information please contact: Chris Bahrs/Fire Chief 715-560-3019 or Vicki Boldus/Secretary 715-669-3113 or email:
FIRE INSPECTIONS:Fire Inspections are May to June and November to December.
REMINDER CONCERNING RENTAL OR USAGE OF VILLAGE PROPERTIES
The Clerk will handle all requests for the rental/usage of all Village Properties for activities. This will include the Village Hall, the Ball Field, and the Park & Pavilion.
SUMP PUMPS
PLEASE REMEMBER THAT SUMP PUMPS ARE NOTTO BE CONNECTED TO THE SEWER SYSTEM, THEY MUST DRAIN OUTSIDE
Any resident that is not currently receiving and would like to receive the Taylor County Commission on Aging flyer each month,
please contact the clerk OR you may contact them at 715-748-1491
or email:
Any questions concerning when the survey might be stating
should be directed to Randy Madlon
Anyone interested in having their property surveyed can contact the Randy Madlon 715-669-7162. Randy contacted a company that will give a discounted price to a group of residents that have their property surveyed. Randy has indicated that 5 persons have contacted him.
CALENDAR
March 11th: Daylight Saving Time Begins; switch your clocks
March 14th: TIF Teleconference; 10:30am-12:00 noon at Village Hall
March 17th: St. Patrick’s Day
March 20th: First Day of Spring
March 24th: Wisconsin Town Association District Meeting; (Board of Review: Training attending President and Clerk) in Eau Claire.
March 25th: Palm Sunday
March 30th: Passover Begins Good Friday
April 1st: Easter and April Fool’s Day
April 7th: Board Meeting / Annual Meeting
2018 Spring Election
Time:04/03/2018 -7:00am-8:00pm
Location:Lublin Village Hall
Statewide State offices to be elected include Court of Appeals Judge and Circuit Court Judge
2018 Board of Review
Schedule for Open Book: Tuesday May 15th 5pm-7pm;
Board of Review: Tuesday May 22nd 6pm-8pm
VILLAGE OF LUBLIN
PO BOX 1
LUBLIN WI 54447
VILLAGE OFFICIALS
PRESIDENT: Jerry Kolve –715-425-9188
TRUSTEE:Richard Pulcher - (715) 965- 0925; email:
TRUSTEE:Christine Nowak - (715) 514-7587; email:
CLERK: Sarah Roy – Hall (715) 4669-3547; Home (715) 408-4725;
email:
TREASURER: Pat Siudak - (715) 669-3620
SEWER DEPARMENT MANAGER:
SEWER ACCOUNTS MANAGER: Brenda LeHouillier - (715) 669-5244
TO REPORT A FIRE OR OTHER EMERGENCY: DIAL 911
YOUR VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPT WILL RESPOND
VOLUNTEER PERSONNEL needed for Lublin Fire District, training is provided
FIRE CHIEF: Chris Bahrs @715-560-3019
Secretary: Vicki Boldus @ 715-669-3113
EMAIL:
SUPPORT YOUR LOCAL BUSINESSES
DEER TRAIL CABINS:Great place for a weekend getaway or even during the week!!!! 715-669-3464
LE’HOUILLIER INTERIORS: 715-669-5244 Jim does Interior & Exterior Painting/Wall covering Installations, Remodeling;Insured. Call for a Quote. “LET FRENCH DO IT”
CARMEN’S BODY SHOP: Carmen Ricca Prop. W13060 Ricca Drive; 715-669-3012
LUBLIN POST OFFICE: 715-669-3091
Monday-Friday 8:00am-12:00pm; Saturday 7:45am-9:45am
KOLVE’S CORNER BAR: 715-669-5005; County Road F
Where Hunters, Fishermen & all other liars gather.
Beer, Drinks, Pizza, Munchies
ST. STANISLAUS CATHOLIC CHURCH:
Cluster office: 715-447-8510; 315 E Davlin Street, Gilman WI 54433;
Church: Next to Lublin Community Park
Mass Times: Saturday 7:00pm, Tuesday 6:30pm; Sacrament Reconciliation: Saturday 6:30-6:45pm
HOLY ASSUMPTION ORTHODOX CHURCH:
County Road F, Lublin WI – FR
Rev. Hermann Klarr, Pastor 715-669-3855 Rectory
Divine Liturgy 1st & 3rd Sunday of the month 9:30am
Vespers at 5:0pm Saturday before 1st & 3rd Sunday
ST. MARY’S POLISH NATIONAL CATHOLIC CHURCH:
N1235 West Street, Lublin; 715-571-9084
Father Marion Talaga; Mass Times: 2nd & 4th Saturday 10:00am
TO HAVE YOUR BUSINESS LISTED OR CHANGED: CONTACT Sarah Roy, Village Clerk at: or 715-408-4725
VILLAGE WEBSITE: Face book page: Village of Lublin WI