On the agenda: Fredonia meeting — License Plate Recognition (Sep 3)

Fredonia VILLAGE BOARD
Meeting Agenda

President Peter Lenz

board of trustees
richard abegglen
jessica franck
Anne Redmond

Eric Stowe
DJ Syring
Shane Van Roo

ADMINISTRATOR CHRISTOPHE E. JENKINS
CLERK MICHELLE T. JOHNSON
DPW DIRECTOR ERIC PAULUS
FIRE CHIEF BRIAN WEYKER
MARSHAL ERIC LEET
TREASURER JULIE UPSON

tHURSDAY, September 3rd, 2026 AT
7:00PM
Fredonia Government Center board room

242 Fredonia Ave, Fredonia WI 53021

Our Mission:
“We are a proactive and resultsoriented community, continuously
moving forward and planning for
the future. We are committed to
responsibly serving our community
and embracing new ideas. By
developing and supporting a quality
growth strategy, we strive to deliver
exceptional services and foster a
thriving environment for the
betterment of the Village.”

Our Vision:
“Our vision for the Village of
Fredonia is to cultivate a sense of
pride among its residents, promoting
a vibrant community where people
can live, work, and gather. We
envision a municipality that
experiences continual and steady
growth, both in terms of
infrastructure and economic
opportunities. Our goal is to create
an inviting and thriving environment
that attracts individuals, families,
and businesses, making the Village
of Fredonia a place where people
can build meaningful lives and
contribute to its prosperous future.”

The following business will be before the
village board for initiation, discussion,
consideration, deliberation, and possible
formal action.

1. cALL TO oRDEr
2. pLEDGE OF aLLEGIANCE/ ROLL CALL
3. Public comment
Please note that public comments are limited to 5 minutes
per person.

4. Consent Agenda:
a. Approve Minutes of the August 6th, 2026 Board of
Trustees Meeting.
b. Approve General Fund, Water and Sewer Invoices.

5. Report on Village Committees By:
a. Joint Review Board
b. Parks and Recreation Committee
c. Joint Fire/EMS Advisory Committee

Strategic
Priorities

6. Items for Action and/or
Discussion:
a. Motion to Approve 2016 Ford F-550 Utility Crane Truck
from Village of Saukville Not-to-Exceed $100,000.
b. Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution 2026-09: A
Resolution of the Village Of Fredonia Board of Trustees
Opposing the Use of Automated Surveillance, Automated
License Plate Recognition, and “Flock” Cameras within the
Village.
c. Introduction to Ordinance 2026-03: Pertaining to Cross
Connection Inspections.
d. Introduction to Ordinance 2026-04: Pertaining to The
Operation of Electronic Bikes and Scooters.
e. Discussion and Possible Action on Addition to Employee
Handbook: Section VI-D: Cash in Lieu of Health Insurance.
f. Discussion and Possible Action on an Offer to Purchase
Parcel Number 090351300500; 622 Innovation Dr. This
topic may necessitate a closed session Discussion

Our doors are Always
open!
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want to hear from you. All elected
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g. Discussion and Possible Action on 139 Fox Glen Rd
Settlement Agreement. This topic may necessitate a closed
session discussion.

g. Motion to Adjourn Into Closed Session Pursuant to WI
State Statute 19.85(1)(e) "Deliberating or negotiating the
purchasing of public properties, the investing of public
funds, or conducting other specified public business,
whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a
closed session (Purchase of Parcel #090351300500) and (g)
Conferring with legal counsel for the governmental body
who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy
to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which
it is or is likely to become involved. (Fox Glen Raze Order).
h. Discussion and Possible Action on the Purchase of Parcel
Number 090351300500; 622 Innovation Dr.
i. Discussion and Possible Action on 139 Fox Glen Road
Settlement Agreement.

7. Correspondence
8. Items for Future Consideration
9. Motion to Adjourn
UPCOMING MEETINGS:
Village Board: September 17th, 2026
Planning Commission: September 14th, 2026
Joint Review Board: Mid-October

UPON REASONABLE NOTICE, efforts will be made to
accommodate the needs of disabled individuals through
appropriate aids and services. For additional information
or to request this service, contact the village clerk at (262)
692-9125.

You are invited to a Zoom meeting.
When: Sep 3, 2026 07:00 PM Central Time (US and
Canada)
Register in advance for this meeting:
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After registering, you will receive a confirmation email
containing information about joining the meeting.

FREDONIA VILLAGE BOARD MEETING MINUTES
Thursday, August 6th, 2026 at 7:00 PM
Fredonia Government Center - Board Room
242 Fredonia Avenue, Fredonia, Wisconsin
1. President Lenz called the meeting to order at 7:00PM, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance.
2. Trustees Present: President Lenz, Trustee Abegglen, Trustee Franck, Trustee
Syring, Trustee Van Roo, Trustee Redmond, Trustee Stowe.
Staff Present: Administrator Jenkins, Treasurer Upson, Director Paulus, Clerk
Johnson.
Others Present: James Schowalter; PWSB, Rebecca Burreta; representative
from Senator Baldwin’s office.
3. Public Comments: None
4. Motion to Approve Minutes of the July 16th, 2026 Village Board of Trustees
Regular Meeting, and General Fund, Water and Sewer Invoices made by
Trustee Abegglen.
Seconded by Trustee Redmond.
Passed by unanimous voice vote.
5. Presentations
a) President Lenz received a donation on behalf of the Village of Fredonia of
$65,000 from Port Washington State Bank, intended for further
improvements at Marie Kraus Park. In conjunction with Neuen’s Lumber
and Andrew J Construction, the Village plans to install a pavilion to provide
shade and a gathering area for park patrons.
b) Rebecca Bruretta, representing Senator Tammy Baldwin’s office, updated
the board on various pieces of bi-partisan legislation, including the 21st
Century Road to Housing Act, that may help local municipalities spur
residential development.
6. Report on Village Committee By:

a) Planning Commission: President Lenz shared that the Planning
Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit for Jeremy
Gasiorowski’s business condos at 233 and 235 Innovation Drive. They
also set a public hearing to hear comment on an amendment to TID #3’s
boundaries.
b) Parks and Recreation Commission: The Parks and Recreation Committee
met to conduct a survey of the Village’s parks and green space to help
inform their work on the Parks and Open Space Plan.
The digital stream of the meeting was interrupted and lewd material was shown. Trustee
Abegglen discontinued the stream and restarted it without public access.
7. Items for Action and/or Discussion
a) Motion to Approve Village of Fredonia Sidewalk Policy made by
Trustee Franck.
Seconded by Trustee Van Roo.
Administrator Jenkins stated that staff made the requested updates to the
policy, including a 50/50 cost share on village-initiated sidewalk repairs or
reconstruction, sharing that cost burden equally with residents across the
street, and referencing the ordinance that defines when repair or
reconstruction is necessary. Trustee Stowe felt the entire cost of sidewalks
should fall to the property owner, advocating that everything on the
property owner’s land is the responsibility of the owner. There was
discussion. Trustee Franck referenced the right-of-way and Trustee Van
Roo felt the policy was as fair as the situation could allow. Trustee Syring
asked about personal liability. President Lenz felt a 50/50 cost share was
fair.
Passed by 6-1 voice vote, Trustee Stowe dissenting.
b) Motion to Approve Stantec Watershed Plan Proposal made by Trustee
Redmond.
Seconded by Trustee Franck.
Administrator Jenkins shared that the Village was awarded a “Funds for
Lake Michigan” grant for $75,000 to apply towards a stormwater
management study. Stantec will assist and quoted the study at $85,000.
There is a $10,000 discrepancy. Stantec will assist with closing the gap by
applying for an additional grant on behalf of the Village. If the grant is not
awarded, the scope of the project will be reduced to fit into the $75,000
budget. Trustee Van Roo asked if the Department of Public Works could
assist with the study to reduce the cost of the project. Director Paulus was
not certain if the scope of the study would be in his team’s wheelhouse.

President Lenz reminded the Board that the study would be paid for with
grant dollars. Administrator Jenkins highlighted the scope of service and
Stantec’s deliverables. He stated having this plan would be helpful in
applying for future grants.
Passed by unanimous voice vote.
c) Discussion and Possible Action on the Purchase of Parcel Number
090351300300, 619 Innovation Dr. Administrator Jenkins shared that Ideal
Tree Service has approached the Village to purchase the parcel in TID #3
back, per the developer’s agreement. It is appropriate to enter closed
session as the board will be in active negotiation.
d) Discussion and Possible Action on 139 Fox Glen Rd Raze Order.
Administrator Jenkins shared that the board had approved the raise order,
and subsequently the mortgage company and the owner agreed to the
stipulations of the raze order, however, there is one piece that the owner
and the Village’s attorney must continue to negotiate.
e) Motion to Adjourn Into Closed Session Pursuant to WI State Statute
19.85(1)(e) "Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public
properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other
specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining
reasons require a closed session (Purchase of Parcel Number
090351300300, 619 Innovation Dr.) and (g) Conferring with legal
counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written
advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect
to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved. (Fox Glen
Raze Order) made by Trustee Abegglen.
Seconded by Trustee Syring.
Passed unanimous roll call vote.
President Lenz: Aye
Trustee Redmond: Aye
Trustee Franck: Aye
Trustee Abegglen: Aye
Trustee Syring: Aye
Trustee Van Roo: Aye
Trustee Stowe: Aye
Motion to Adjourn into Open Session made by Trustee Syring.
Seconded by Trustee Redmond.
Passed by unanimous roll call vote.

President Lenz: Aye
Trustee Redmond: Aye
Trustee Franck: Aye
Trustee Abegglen: Aye
Trustee Syring: Aye
Trustee Van Roo: Aye
Trustee Stowe: Aye
f) Discussion and Possible Action on 139 Fox Glen Road Raze Order.
Motion to Approve Terms as Discussed in Closed Session made by
Trustee Redmond.
Seconded by Trustee Franck.
Passed by unanimous voice vote.
g) Discussion and Possible Action on the Purchase of Parcel Number
090351300300, 619 Innovation Dr.
Motion to Approve Purchase of Parcel Number 090351300300, 619
Innovation Dr, Per Terms of the Developer’s Agreement made by
Trustee Franck.
Seconded by Trustee Syring.
Passed by unanimous voice vote.
8. Correspondence: none
9. Items for Future Consideration: Administrator Jenkins reminded the Board that
the Real Colors Exercise is scheduled for September 20, 2026, at 6:00PM.
10. Motion to Adjourn made by Trustee Syring.
Seconded by Trustee Abegglen.
Passed by 7-0 vote.

9/01/2026

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Voucher Nbr
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9/03/2026
1ST AYD CORPORATION
100-00-53270-350-000
REPAIR/MAINTENANCE (SHOP)
TOWELS/GLOVES/DEOD BLOCKS/URINAL SCREENS

811.13
PSI895816

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________
9/03/2026

811.13

BARCO PRODUCTS LLC

100-00-55200-350-000
PARKS REPAIR/MAINT
3 TABLES/3 BENCHES/6 RECEPTACLES

7,144.19
SORCO106718/INVRCO42313

Total
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9/03/2026

Amount

7,144.19

BOUND TREE MEDICAL LLC

350-00-52280-809-000
MEDICAL SUPPLIES

AMBULANCE EXP-MEDICAL SUPPLIES
86329276

218.38

351-00-52300-301-000
MEDICAL SUPPLIES

PARAMEDIC MEDICAL SUPPLIES

109.19
86329276

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________
9/03/2026

CADY AQUASTORE INC.

660-00-53610-000-900
CAPITAL PROJECTS
GLASS SLUDGE STORAGE MAINT/REPAINT FLOOR

94,881.28
1290

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________
9/01/2026

94,881.28

DELTA DENTAL
Manual Check Nbr:

100-00-21530-000-000
INSURANCE DEDUCTIONS PAYABLE
DENTAL/VISION PREMIUMS-SEP 2026

DD-090126
381.18

1097667

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________
9/03/2026

327.57

381.18

DINGES FIRE COMPANY

350-00-52220-202-000
MAINTENANCE - TRUCKS
5 GAL-APPARATUS WASH

82393

107.00

350-00-52220-202-000
MAINTENANCE - TRUCKS
5 GAL-APPARATUS WASH

79725

107.00

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________

214.00

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Voucher Nbr
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9/03/2026
EHLERS
300-00-58300-000-000
DEBT ISSUANCE COSTS
2026 CONTINUING DISCLOSURE REPORTING

850.00
INV107367

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________
9/03/2026
350-00-52220-203-000
HOSE TESTING

100-00-53240-350-000
PAN & BLADE SET

850.00

FIRE CATT, LLC
EQUIPMENT REPAIR/MAINTENANCE

3,253.01

Total
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9/03/2026

Amount

3,253.01

GIBBSVILLE IMPLEMENT, INC.
REPAIR/MAINTENANCE HWY EQUIPME
47972

786.92

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________

786.92

9/03/2026

IDEXX DISTRIBUTION INC.

630-00-54110-000-827
LAB SUPPLIES & EXPENSES
GAMMA IRAD COLILERT/VESSELS

2,633.09
3208584074

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________
9/03/2026

2,633.09

LAABS, JASON

100-00-53240-351-000
GASOLINE/DIESEL HWY EQUIPMENT
DPW TRUCK FUEL 8/26/26

63.01

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________

63.01

9/03/2026

MUTUAL OF OMAHA

100-00-53300-132-000
DPW CREW HEALTH INSURANCE
SHORT TERM DISABILITY

002181992702

30.24

100-00-51420-132-000
ADMIN HEALTH INS
SHORT TERM DISABILITY

002181992702

600-00-53700-000-686
EMPLOYEE INS/RETIRE
SHORT TERM DISABILITY

002181992702

660-00-53610-000-854
SEWER INS/RETIRE
SHORT TERM DISABILITY

002181992702

30.24
13.86
26.46

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Payee
Voucher Nbr
______________________________________________________________________________________
350-00-52280-803-000
INSURANCE-AMBULANCE
002181992702
SHORT TERM DISABILITY
351-00-52300-803-600
PARAMEDIC HEALTH INS
SHORT TERM DISABILITY

12.60
37.80

002181992702

Total
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9/03/2026

Amount

151.20

N/R ASPHALT & PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE INC.

100-00-51600-350-000
REPAIR/MAINTENANCE VILLAGE HAL
22665
CRACKFILL/SEALCOAT/LINESTRIPE - VH

2,750.00

100-00-13801-000-000
TOWN OF FREDONIA RECEIVABLE
CRACKFILL/SEALCOAT/LINESTRIPE - VH

2,750.00
22665

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________
9/03/2026

5,500.00

NAPA PARTS AT RANDOM

100-00-53240-350-000
REPAIR/MAINTENANCE HWY EQUIPME
840784
DOOR MIRROR BRACKET-2018 INTL WORKSTAR

36.99

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________

36.99

9/03/2026

NORTH CENTRAL LABORATORIES, INC.

630-00-54110-000-827
LAB SUPPLIES & EXPENSES
DISP PIPET/SILVER NITRATE/HACH/AMMONIA

650.72
539820

Total
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9/03/2026

650.72

OZAUKEE COUNTY

100-00-51100-390-000
VILLAGE BD OTHER SUPPLIES & EX
08202026
REAL COLORS WORKSHOP FACILITATION

285.00

Total
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285.00

9/03/2026
350-00-52280-812-000
AMBO FUEL

OZAUKEE COUNTY HWY. DEPT.
AMBULANCE FUEL/UTILITIES

350-00-52230-302-000
OPERATING EXPENSE-FUEL
660/662/663/667 FUEL

489.99
BILL0037160
317.97
BILL0037160

110-00-53300-820-000
STREET & HWY CPTL IMPROVEMENTS
BILL0037199
FILLMORE ST CULVERTS

11,509.30

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Voucher Nbr
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110-00-53300-820-000
STREET & HWY CPTL IMPROVEMENTS
BILL0037199
FILLMORE ST PARKING LOT
100-00-53300-350-000
REPAIR/MAINTENANCE STREETS
HEATHER LANE PATCHING

25,967.45
19,964.62

BILL0037199

110-00-53300-820-000
STREET & HWY CPTL IMPROVEMENTS
BILL0037199
STONEY CREEK PARKING LOT
100-00-53300-390-000
SIGNS

Amount

32,719.14

SUPPLIES/EXPENSES STREET MAINT
BILL0037199

575.46

100-00-53240-351-000
GASOLINE/DIESEL HWY EQUIPMENT
BILL0037199
DIESEL FUEL-INTL DUMP/CHIPPER

573.78

Total
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9/03/2026

PORT PUBLICATIONS

100-00-51420-320-000
ADMIN PUBLICATIONS, DUES
NOTICE PUBLIC HEARING JOINT REVIEW BOARD

406.00
00182966

Total
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9/03/2026

3,420.71
0242250

Total
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3,420.71

THE SHERWIN-WILLIAMS COMPANY

100-00-53300-350-000
REPAIR/MAINTENANCE STREETS
PI SHER-CRYL GL SRED

6275-1

100-00-53300-350-000
REPAIR/MAINTENANCE STREETS
H.BLUE MARKIN SP PT

6559-8

540.00
48.54

Total
______________________________________________________________________________________
9/03/2026

406.00

STRAND ASSOCIATES, INC.

400-00-53100-210-000
HWY. & STREET ENGINEERING
VIL ENG SERVICES-TID3 MAPS/GRADING

9/03/2026

92,117.71

588.54

TRANSCENDENT TECHNOLOGIES, LLC

100-00-51420-390-000
ADMIN OTHER SUPPLIES & EXP
TAX/PET SOFTWARE ANNUAL MAINTENANCE

804.00

Total
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804.00

9/03/2026

WISCONSIN STATE LABORATORY OF HYGIENE

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630-00-54110-000-827
LAB SUPPLIES & EXPENSES
30048620
OFF SCHEDULE EVENT-RAPID RESPONSE PT
Total
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Amount
100.00

100.00

WPP, LLC

351-00-52300-130-000
PARAMEDIC UNIFORMS
PARA CLOTIHNG-SAM HUTCHINSON

4115-1

46.50

351-00-52300-130-000
PARAMEDIC UNIFORMS
PARA CLOTHING-NATHAN WESTER

4115-2

99.00

Total
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Grand Total

145.50
215,551.75

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Total Expenditure from Fund # 100 - GENERAL FUND

37,981.30

Total Expenditure from Fund # 110 - CAPITAL PROJECTS

70,195.89

Total Expenditure from Fund # 300 - DEBT SERVICE
Total Expenditure from Fund # 350 - FIRE DEPARTMENT

850.00
4,505.95

Total Expenditure from Fund # 351 - PARAMEDIC

292.49

Total Expenditure from Fund # 400 - TID NO. 3

3,420.71

Total Expenditure from Fund # 600 - WATER UTILITY
Total Expenditure from Fund # 630 - LABORATORY
Total Expenditure from Fund # 660 - SEWER UTILITY
Total Expenditure from all Funds

13.86
3,383.81
94,907.74
215,551.75

Parks and Recreation Committee Meeting Minutes
Thursday, August 18th, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Fredonia Government Center - Board Room
242 Fredonia Avenue, Fredonia, Wisconsin

1. Chairman Syring called the meeting to order, followed by the Pledge of
Allegiance.
2. Members Present: DJ Syring, Richard Abegglen, and Peter Lenz
Members Excused: Daniel Gehrke
Staff Present: Administrator Jenkins, Director Paulus, Parks & Rec Lead Bares
In Audience: Tiffany Bartz - Resident
3. Public Comment:
-Tiffany Bartz – representing the Waubeka Soccer Club, expressed the Club’s
desire to work cooperatively with the Village to improve Marie Kraus Park.
Potential improvements discussed included field upgrades, lighting for the fields
and parking lot, grading improvements, and the addition of tiered benches. Bartz
stated that the Waubeka Soccer Club would be willing to serve as a fundraising
partner for a larger park improvement plan.
4. Consent Agenda:
a. Approve Minutes of April 9, 2026, Parks and Recreation Committee
Meeting: Motion to Approve by Abegglen, 2nd by Lenz. Approved
Unanimously.

5. Items for action and/or discussion

a. Discussion and Possible Action on 2026 Events
i. Movie in the Park x3- Administrator Jenkins reported that sponsors
had been secured to cover three Movie in the Park events.
Fireman’s Park was confirmed as the location. The events are
scheduled for September 19 (adult/date night movie), September
26 (youth movie), and October 24 (youth Halloween movie), with
each event planned to begin at dusk.
ii. Tree Lighting Ceremony- The Commission selected November 29
as the date for the Tree Lighting Ceremony. Staff will investigate
the availability of singers, ornaments, and reindeer as potential
additions to the event. Santa will also be contacted. Trees will be
available for community members to decorate, as in previous years,
at no cost. Chairman Syring offered to provide a fire pit for the
event.
b. Discussion and Possible Action on DRAFT Parks and Open Space Plan –
Administrator Jenkins provided a three-year history of the development of
the Parks and Open Space Plan and reviewed a high-level overview of the
document’s sections and purpose. The draft plan now incorporates the
results of the Commission’s recent park tour and survey. The Committee
reviewed the future plans and priorities for each park to ensure they
remain aligned with the Committee’s goals.
The final step in the planning process will be to hold a public hearing on
the Parks and Open Space Plan to receive public input on the proposed
five-year plan of action.
Motion to Set a Public Hearing for October 8th at 6pm by Abegglen, 2nd by
Lenz. Approved Unanimously.
c. Discussion and Possible Action on Marie Kraus Park Pavilion –
Administrator Jenkins reported that, through a generous $65,000 donation
from PWSB and collaborative efforts by Neuens Lumber and Andrew J
Construction, the Village has sufficient resources to construct a pavilion at
Marie Kraus Park at no cost to the Village.
Director Paulus added that the current plan includes adding storage to the
north side of the pavilion to accommodate items currently stored in the
bathroom area. This would allow the existing bathroom storage area to be
converted for potential future concessions serving the soccer fields.
The proposed location for the pavilion is on the northeast side of the
parking lot, adjacent to the PWSB Splash Zone. Motion to Approve as
Recommended by Lenz, 2nd by Abegglen. Approved Unanimously.

d. Discussion and Possible Action on Robert Oehme Donation –
Administrator Jenkins recapped that the Village received a generous cash
donation of approximately $96,000 designated for “future parks and
recreation use.” He recommended considering a split of the funds, with a
portion placed in the newly created Parks & Recreation Enterprise Fund to
continue growing for future needs and the remaining portion serving as a
foundational amount for a larger-scale capital project.
Chairman Syring proposed exploring an all-abilities playground at Marie
Kraus Park, located on the east side of the existing splash pad and future
pavilion. The concept would create a central area featuring multiple
recreational amenities.
Administrator Jenkins stated that, if the Committee wished to pursue the
concept, staff could develop a proposal that could be used as a foundation
for future fundraising efforts. He added that this work could potentially be
coordinated with the Waubeka Soccer Club’s request for improvements to
Marie Kraus Park.
The Committee also discussed the possibility of utilizing a portion of the
Oehme donation to revitalize Children’s Park, which is currently a lowerpriority park and could potentially benefit significantly from a larger
investment.
Both concepts will be explored further. No action was taken regarding the
Oehme donation at this time.
The Committee also discussed utilizing Oehme donation dollars to revamp
Children’s Park as it is a low-priority park, that could be dramatically
impacted by the injection of cash. Both ideas will be explored moving
forward. No action taken on the Oehme donation at this time.
6. Correspondence: None
7. Items for Future Consideration: None
8. Motion to Adjourn made by Abegglen, 2nd by Lenz. Approved Unanimously.
Adjourned at 7:00pm.

Joint Fire/EMS Advisory Committee Meeting Minutes
(Village of Belgium, Village of Fredonia, Town of Belgium, Town of Fredonia)
August 26, 2026, at 6:00 PM
Fredonia Government Center
242 Fredonia Ave, Fredonia, WI 53021
1. Admin/Clerk Jenkins called the meeting to order, in the absence of Chairman Winkler,
followed by the Pledge of Allegiance.
2. Members Present:
Village of Fredonia: Richard Abegglen
Village of Belgium: Rose Sauers
Town of Belgium: Bill Janesheck, Tom Bichler
Town of Fredonia: Chris Janik, John Depies
Staff Present: Administrator/Clerk Jenkins, Robert Whittaker, and Gerald Kudek of McMahon
Engineers and Architects.
Public Present:
3. Motion to Appoint Richard Abegglen as Chair of the Joint Fire and EMS Advisory Committee
made by Mr. Janeshek
Seconded by Mr. Depies
Passed by 6-0 voice vote.
4. Motion to Approve Minutes from April 2, 2026, Meeting of the Governing Bodies of the
Joint Fire/EMS Advisory Committee made by Mr. Bichler.
Seconded by Mr. Depies.
Passed by 5-0-1 voice vote, Ms. Sauers abstaining.
5. Items for Action and/or Discussion
a) Robert Whittaker and Gerald Kudek reviewed the McMahon & Associates Fire and EMS
Collaboration Study, including a survey of available apparatus, volunteer levels, ISO
ratings, and calls for service. Mr. Whittaker reviewed challenges and possible solutions,
although he emphasized recommendations are not one-size-fits all. He recognized
declining volunteerism but stated that paid-on-call volunteers would be risked if
departments are consolidated. He suggested an opportunity for collaboration could be
a shared fire inspector. Mr. Whittaker recommended considering the creation of a fire
and/or EMS district, with a governing body that each department could contract with.
A district could provide relief to departments challenged by staffing EMS or paramedic
employees or capitol purchases. Mr. Janik asked if EMS services run through the local
departments if a district was created. Mr. Whittaker stated the district could be set up
with different scopes of service that could change over time. Mr. Janik asked if a fire
district could be an umbrella service and function as a

budgeting tool that feeds operations as required. Mr. Whittaker deferred to the DOR
and a municipal attorney to understand if the state would allow it. Mr. Depies asked if
Mr. Whittaker suggests selling aging or redundant equipment. He responded that
selling equipment across departments would require some level of cooperation
between municipalities as departments would become more dependent on each other.
Mr. Depies asked if the fire chiefs would work in tandem as part of a district. It would
depend on the structure of the district. Mr. Whittaker felt the four communities are in
a better place than many communities but must start watching staffing and volunteer
levels as they continue to decline over the next decade. Mr. Janik recognized that
collaboration could be a benefit but must come from the grassroots level.
b) Discussion and Possible Action on Future Collaboration of Participating Municipalities.
The Committee reviewed the recommendations of the study. Questions regarding
liability of drivers in other department’s vehicles and standards of maintenance should
be referred to an attorney for response. Mr. Janesheck did not think a fire district is
possible in the near future. The Town of Belgium is already considering reducing its
fleet. Mr. Bichler felt they should wait a few years and revisit. Mr. Depies would like a
report from the three chiefs after they discuss it with their staff. Attrition is a real
concern for him. Ms. Sauers said she’d like to think proactively, but “if it isn’t broke,
don’t fix it”. She would like a sense of the demographics of each department. The fire
chiefs were invited to provide direct feedback. After some discussion, Administrator
Jenkins was directed to prepare a survey for the chiefs with questions to be submitted
by the Committee. Mr. Janesheck asked about the ISO rating. Administrator Jenkins
reminded him that there was a lengthy presentation at the previous meeting, and the
ratings weren’t significantly impacted by a change in apparatus. The committee
discussed a joint fire inspector and will request feedback from the chiefs on the
subject. Mr. Whittaker said that a fire or EMS district would not be dissimilar to this
committee if the structure was changed from contracting with the Village of Fredonia
to a governing body. A district would allow the communities to fund fire or EMS
services outside of state-set levy limits.
c) Discussion of Capitol Equipment Needs of Participating Municipalities. Administrator
Jenkins stated that the Village has sold a fire truck to fund the purchase of an
ambulance, and has begun pricing out the purchase of a new ladder truck. The current
truck is aging and replacement parts for the ladder mechanism are no longer made.
The Village of Fredonia has no clear path to financing the estimated $1.6 million
purchase, and he reinforced that this apparatus is the only one of its kind in northern
Ozaukee County and serves all four participating municipalities.
6. Motion to Adjourn made by Ms. Sauers.
Seconded by Mr. Janesheck.
Passed by 6-0 voice vote.

Request for Board Consideration

Item Description: Purchase of 2016 Utility Crane Truck
Report Prepared By: Director Paulus
Report Date: 8-25-26
Meeting Date: 9-3-26
Strategic Priority?
o Smart Residential, Industrial, or Commercial Growth
o Responsible Fiscal Priority
o Supports Public Safety and Infrastructure
o Encourages Open Communication and Collaboration
o Strong Sense of Community

Fiscal Summary: Not-to-Exceed $100,000
Budget Line Item: 600-00-53700-000-910 and 660-00-53610-000-900
Wisconsin Statute or Local Ordinance: N/A
Background Analysis: The approved 2027 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) includes the purchase
of a utility crane truck for primary use by the Sewer Utility and secondary use by the Water Utility.
The Village of Saukville is selling its 2016 Ford F-550 Utility Crane Truck to the Village of Fredonia
for an amount not to exceed $100,000. The purchase would be funded with cash from the
respective utility funds.
Staff Comments: The Village does not currently own a utility crane truck and currently relies on
outside contractors to remove and replace pumps at lift stations. Owning a utility crane truck would
reduce the Village’s reliance on outside contractors and associated labor costs while also providing
the DPW crew with a safer and more efficient means of completing a variety of utility and public
works projects.
In addition to assisting with lift station pump work, the crane would allow DPW staff to safely
replace and install valves, hydrants, manhole castings, culverts, and catch basins while maintaining
an appropriate distance from excavation areas.
The truck is also equipped with a generator, welder, air compressor, and hydraulic pump, making it
a versatile piece of equipment that can support a wide range of DPW operations and projects.
Overall, the purchase would provide the Village with a multi-purpose utility vehicle that can improve
operational efficiency, enhance employee safety, and reduce the need for contracted services.
Administrator’s Recommendation: Approve
Action Requested: Motion to Approve the Purchase of a 2016 Ford F-550 Utility Crane Truck
Attachments:
1.

2016 F550 CRANE TRUCK
VIN#1FDUF5HY4GEB42805
ENGINE: 6.8L V10
CRANE: VENTURO HT25KX 20FT S/N#120306
CRANE BODY: VENTURO HT40-131 S/N#481110375
POWER UNIT: VANAIR I-300D S/N#30-15L0101 AIR-N-ARC ALL IN ONE POWER SYSTEM
LIGHT BAR: WHIW2 54" WECAN LIBERTY II LIGHTBAR, FRONT STROBES, REAR STROBES, AND STROBE
LIGHTS ON EACH SIDE OF THE TRUCK

Request for Board Consideration

Item Description: Resolution Against Automated Surveillance, Automated License Plate
Recognition
Report Prepared By: Trustee Van Roo
Report Date: 8-20-26
Meeting Date: 9-3-26
Strategic Priority?
o Smart Residential, Industrial, or Commercial Growth
o Responsible Fiscal Priority
o Supports Public Safety and Infrastructure
o Encourages Open Communication and Collaboration
o Strong Sense of Community
Fiscal Summary: N/A
Budget Line Item: N/A
Wisconsin Statute or Local Ordinance: N/A
Background Analysis: “In recent months, the public has become generally aware of the
increasing surveillance state being adopted universally by politicians. Recently, communities
around our village, county, state, and country are upset and pushing back. Anti-AI, anti-surveillance
sentiment is overwhelmingly popular among majority of people, especially small-town communities
like our village. We have the opportunity to help trail-blaze and spearhead this pushback against
the corrupt and traitorous politicians who want to enslave us as much as possible. Let’s be an
example for surrounding communities to push back and send a message to county and state
representatives who will be made aware of this. If surrounding communities don’t, this could make
Fredonia attractive in comparison.” ~Trustee Van Roo
Staff Comments: “As a practical matter, the Fredonia Marshals office does not intend to seek the
installation of these devices at this time, or in the foreseeable future. From a financial, practical,
and community aspect I do not believe these devices are a good fit here.
My professional opinion as someone who has used Flock cameras at another department, I view
them as a tool. When used properly, and as intended, these cameras can find missing people,
solve crimes, and save lives. I personally have seen them do all three.
However, like any powerful tool, it can be misused, and there are cases where they have been.
There have been cases where officers have been fired and arrested for misusing them. I believe
the fact that these officers are being identified, fired, and charged with crimes is a positive sign, not
a negative. I believe it points to the fact that most departments are doing their due diligence to
monitor and use these systems correctly and then taking the matter seriously when they find those
abusing it.

In regard to the passing of this resolution, I don't hold a strong recommendation either way. I
believe much of the public discourse on these devices has been exaggerated and/or inaccurate,
but there are also areas of legitimate concern. It certainly is a topic that is generating strong
feelings and can be divisive. We are not seeking these, so it will not affect our operations in the
village. I see this more as a community standards debate as to the communities' comfort level with
them.” ~Marshal Leet
Administrator’s Recommendation: Policy Decision
Action Requested: Motion to Approve Resolution 2026-10
Attachments:
1. Resolution 2026-09: “A Resolution of the Village of Fredonia Board of Trustees Opposing the
Use of Automated Surveillance, Automated License Plate Recognition, and “Flock” Cameras Within
the Village”

RESOLUTION 2026-09
A RESOLUTION OF THE VILLAGE OF FREDONIA BOARD OF TRUSTEES OPPOSING THE USE
OF AUTOMATED SURVEILLANCE, AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE RECOGNITION, AND
“FLOCK” CAMERAS WITHIN THE VILLAGE

WHEREAS, the Village of Fredonia Board of Trustees recognizes the importance of public safety
and supports reasonable, lawful, and appropriately limited tools available to law enforcement
and public safety officials; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board also recognizes that the ability to move freely through one's
community without having one's movements continuously recorded, catalogued, analyzed, or
retained is an important component of individual privacy and civil liberties; and
WHEREAS, automated license plate recognition systems, including systems commonly
marketed under the “Flock” name, can collect, store, analyze, and share information concerning
the movements of motorists and vehicles; and
WHEREAS, the widespread deployment of such systems can create a detailed record of the
movements and habits of residents, visitors, employees, and businesses within a community,
even when those individuals have not been accused of or involved in any wrongdoing; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board believes that the collection and retention of detailed information
regarding the ordinary movements and activities of law-abiding residents should not become a
routine function of local government absent a compelling and specifically defined public purpose,
appropriate legal authority, meaningful oversight, and strong safeguards against misuse; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board is concerned that expanding surveillance capabilities may create
opportunities for unauthorized access, inappropriate use, mission creep, data breaches, or other
abuses of information originally collected for a limited purpose; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board further recognizes that surveillance information may be shared with
or accessed by governmental entities and third parties outside the immediate control of the
Village, potentially reducing local control over information concerning the movements and
activities of individuals within Village limits; and

WHEREAS, the Village Board opposes the commercialization, sale, licensing, or other third-party
exploitation of information concerning the movements, habits, or activities of individuals traveling
within the Village of Fredonia; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board believes that public safety and individual privacy are not mutually
exclusive and that communities should carefully consider less intrusive alternatives before
establishing permanent, pervasive surveillance infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, the Village of Fredonia seeks to be a community that values individual liberty,
constitutional rights, responsible government, and a high quality of life, and believes that
protecting reasonable expectations of privacy can be an important part of attracting and retaining
residents, families, workers, and businesses; and
WHEREAS, the Village Board believes that establishing a clear local stance against pervasive
automated surveillance demonstrates the Village's commitment to protecting privacy while
maintaining appropriate and lawful public safety practices;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Village Board of the Village of Fredonia, Ozaukee
County, Wisconsin, as follows:
Section 1. Opposition to Automated Surveillance Cameras
The Village of Fredonia Board of Trustees hereby expresses its opposition to the installation,
ownership, operation, or use by the Village of automated license plate recognition cameras,
“Flock” cameras, or substantially similar automated surveillance systems whose primary
purpose is to continuously or routinely record and track the movements of vehicles or
individuals within Village limits.
Section 2. Protection of Privacy
The Village Board affirms that residents and visitors should be able to travel throughout the
Village without their ordinary movements being unnecessarily collected, retained, analyzed, or
used to create persistent records of their activities.
The Village shall seek to limit the development of a pervasive surveillance infrastructure within
Village limits and shall favor public safety measures that are narrowly tailored, proportionate,
transparent, and respectful of individual privacy.
Section 3. Prevention of Misuse and Unauthorized Access
The Village Board recognizes that any system capable of collecting detailed information about
the movements of individuals creates risks of misuse, unauthorized access, inappropriate
monitoring, mission creep, or other abuses.

The Village therefore opposes the adoption of surveillance technologies where adequate
safeguards, independent oversight, clearly defined limitations on use, data-retention
restrictions, and meaningful accountability cannot be established and maintained.
Section 4. Third-Party Data Sharing and Commercialization
The Village Board opposes the sale, commercialization, licensing, or other exploitation by
private third parties of information concerning the movements, habits, or activities of
individuals collected within the Village.
The Village further opposes entering into agreements that would unnecessarily transfer control
of such information to private companies or other entities beyond the direct control and
oversight of the Village.
Section 5. Law Enforcement Access
Nothing in this Resolution is intended to prevent law enforcement officers from conducting
lawful investigations or obtaining information through constitutionally and statutorily
authorized means.
Rather, this Resolution expresses the Village Board's position that routine, indiscriminate, or
persistent collection of information concerning the movements of law-abiding residents
should not become a substitute for targeted and lawful investigative practices.
Section 6. Future Village Actions
The Village Board directs that the Village shall not purchase, lease, install, or operate Flock
cameras or substantially similar automated license plate recognition surveillance systems
unless the Board subsequently authorizes such action by formal vote following public
consideration of the proposal, including its privacy implications, costs, data-retention
practices, data-sharing provisions, legal authority, security safeguards, and oversight
requirements.
Section 7. Statement of Community Values
The Village Board recognizes privacy as an important component of individual liberty and
community quality of life.
By adopting this Resolution, the Village of Fredonia intends to make clear that it values public
safety while also respecting the privacy and civil liberties of the people who live, work, visit, and
conduct business within the Village.
The Village Board believes that a community that protects reasonable expectations of privacy
can distinguish itself as a welcoming place for residents, families, workers, and businesses
that value individual freedom and responsible local government.

Section 8. Communication of Position
The Village Clerk is directed to provide copies of this Resolution, as appropriate, to the Village
of Fredonia’s direct representatives at Ozaukee County and the State of Wisconsin.
Section 9. Effective Date
This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by the Village Board of
Trustees, and shall be sent to the Village of Fredonia’s direct representatives at Ozaukee
County and the State of Wisconsin.

Passed and Adopted this 3rd day of September, 2026

Village of Fredonia

___________________________________
Peter W. Lenz, Village President

ATTEST:

___________________________________
Michelle T. Johnson, Village Clerk

AT

Request for Board Consideration

Item Description: Change in Cross Connection Inspections and Ordinance Update
Report Prepared By: Administrator Jenkins & Director Paulus
Report Date: 8-25-26
Meeting Date: 9-3-26
Strategic Priority?
o Smart Residential, Industrial, or Commercial Growth
o Responsible Fiscal Priority
o Supports Public Safety and Infrastructure
o Encourages Open Communication and Collaboration
o Strong Sense of Community
Fiscal Summary: Savings of ~$20k per year
Budget Line Item: 600-00-53700-000-682
Wisconsin Statute or Local Ordinance: N/A
Background Analysis: The Village currently contracts with HydroCorp to conduct water utility
cross-connection inspections for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The Village’s
current ordinances require these inspections to be completed on a 10-year cycle. The HydroCorp
contract costs approximately $20,000 annually and includes a set number of inspection visits to the
Village, as well as mailings and other communications with property owners.
Because the Village already utilizes internal staff to conduct water meter replacements on a 20year cycle, and the Wisconsin DNR allows cross-connection inspections to be conducted on the
same cycle, staff is proposing that the Village discontinue its contract with HydroCorp and transition
these inspections to an internal process. This change will require corresponding amendments to
the Village ordinances.
Commercial and industrial customers will continue to be responsible for obtaining their own crossconnection inspections, as currently required by Village ordinance.
Staff Comments: In an effort to reduce expenses and better utilize the existing skills and
resources of the Department of Public Works, Village staff have been developing an internal
process for conducting residential cross-connection inspections. Staff have developed standardized
letters and guidance to be sent to property owners, as well as an internal system for tracking
inspection due dates and maintaining records of the inspection process.
Staff is requesting adoption of the proposed ordinance amendments to establish the 20-year
inspection cycle and authorize the transition to an internally administered inspection program.
Adoption of the ordinance will also serve as approval for staff to implement and administer this
process going forward.
Administrator’s Recommendation: Approve

Action Requested: Motion to Approve Ordinance 2026-3: Pertaining to Cross Connection
Inspections
Attachments:
1. Ordinance 2026-3

ORDINANCE 2026-03
PERTAINING TO CROSS CONNECTION CONTROL INSPECTIONS

§ 558-53. Cross-connection control.
A. Definition. A cross-connection shall be defined as any physical connection or
arrangement between two otherwise separate systems, one of which contains potable
water from the Village water system, and the other from a private source, water of
unknown or questionable safety, or steam gases or chemicals, whereby there may be a
flow from one system to the other; the direction of flow depending on the pressure
differential between the two systems.
B.

Cross-connections restricted. No person, firm or corporation shall establish or maintain
or permit to be established or maintained any unprotected cross-connection. Crossconnection shall be protected as required in Ch. SPS 382, Wis. Adm. Code.

C. Inspections. The Water Utility shall inspect or arrange for an inspection of residential,

office type, and Village-owned property served by the public water system for crossconnections every 10 20 years or when the meter is replaced, whichever occurs first.
These properties shall be inspected during the year that ends in the same number as the
property address. Other commercial, industrial, and public authority properties shall
hire their own inspector every two years and submit the results to the Village. These
properties shall be inspected during an even-numbered year if their street address is an
even number and during an odd-numbered year if their street address is an odd number.
Any unprotected cross-connections identified by the inspection shall be promptly
corrected. Failure to promptly correct an unprotected cross-connection shall be
sufficient cause for the Water Utility to discontinue water service to the property, as
provided under Subsection E of this section.

D. Right of entry. The Village of Fredonia Director of Public Works or his authorized

representative shall have the right to request entry at any reasonable time to examine
any property served by a connection to the public water system of the Village of Fredonia
for cross-connections. Refusing entry to such Utility representative shall be sufficient
cause for the Water Utility to discontinue water service to the property as provided under
Subsection E of this section. If entry is refused, such representative may obtain a special
inspection warrant under § 66.0119, Wis. Stats.

E.

Discontinuance of service. The Fredonia Water Utility is hereby authorized and directed
to discontinue water service to any property wherein any connection in violation of this
article exists, and to take such other precautionary measures deemed necessary to
eliminate any danger of contamination of the public water system. Water service shall
be discontinued only after reasonable notice and opportunity for hearing under Chapter
68, Wisconsin Statutes, except as provided in Subsection F of this section. Water service
to such property shall not be restored until the cross- connection(s) has been eliminated
in compliance with the provisions of this article.

F.

Emergency discontinuance. If it is determined by the Fredonia Water Utility that a crossconnection or an emergency endangers public health, safety or welfare and required
immediate action, and a written finding to that effect is filed with the Clerk of the Village
of Fredonia and delivered to the customer's premises, service may be immediately
discontinued. The customer shall have an opportunity for hearing under Chapter 68,
Wisconsin Statutes, within 10 days of such emergency discontinuance.

G. Provision of requested information. The Water Utility may request an owner, lessee or

occupant of property served by a connection to the public water system to furnish the
Water Utility with pertinent information regarding the piping systems on the property.
Refusing to provide requested information shall be sufficient cause for the Water Utility
to discontinue water service to the property, as provided under Subsection E of this
section.

H. State Code adopted. The Village of Fredonia adopts by reference the State Plumbing

Code of Wisconsin, being Chapter SPS 382, Wisconsin Administrative Code.

I.

Section not to supersede other ordinances. This section does not supersede the State
Plumbing Code and any Village plumbing ordinances but is supplementary to them.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Village Board of the Village of Fredonia, Ozaukee County,
Wisconsin this ___________ day of _____________________, 2026.
_____________________________
Peter W. Lenz PhD, Village President
ATTEST:
________________________________
Michelle Johnson, Village Clerk

Request for Board Consideration

Item Description: Ordinance on E-Bikes and Scooters
Report Prepared By: Marshal Leet
Report Date: 8-25-26
Meeting Date: 9-3-26
Strategic Priority?
o Smart Residential, Industrial, or Commercial Growth
o Responsible Fiscal Priority
o Supports Public Safety and Infrastructure
o Encourages Open Communication and Collaboration
o Strong Sense of Community

Fiscal Summary: N/A
Budget Line Item: N/A
Wisconsin Statute or Local Ordinance: Multiple
Background Analysis: Recent news events involving electric bicycles and scooters prompted
inquiries from Trustees Abegglen and Stowe regarding the Village’s current ordinances and
whether they adequately address potential issues associated with the use of these devices on
Village roads and sidewalks.
A review of the Village’s ordinances found that they do not specifically address the operation of
electric bicycles or electric scooters, leaving the Village subject to the default rights and restrictions
established under state statute. Staff reviewed the applicable state statutes to determine the
current requirements and restrictions, as well as the areas where municipalities have authority to
establish additional local regulations.
Regarding roadway operation, state statutes provide comprehensive regulations, with very limited
ability for the Village to deviate from or establish additional requirements. The area where the
Village does have greater local authority is the operation of these devices on sidewalks. In addition
to reviewing state statutes, staff examined ordinances adopted by several other municipalities and
incorporated input from Trustees Abegglen and Stowe regarding their perspectives and preferred
approaches.
Staff Comments: I believe the attached ordinance accomplishes several important objectives.
First, it updates the Village’s existing bicycle ordinance to specifically address electric bicycles and
electric scooters. Second, it updates the Village’s terminology and definitions to be consistent with
current state standards. Third, it establishes clear and consistent rights and restrictions regarding
the operation of bicycles, electric bicycles, and electric scooters on sidewalks. Finally, it provides
the Village with an additional enforcement tool to address highly reckless or dangerous operation
through a municipal ordinance citation.
Administrator’s Recommendation: Approve Ordinance 2026-04

Action Requested: Motion to Approve Ordinance 2026-04: An Ordinance Pertaining to the
Operation of Electronic-Bikes and Scooters
Attachments:
1. Ordinance 2026-04

ORDINANCE 2026-04
AN ORDINANCE PERTAINING TO THE OPERATION OF ELECTRONIC-BIKES AND SCOOTERS

SECTION 1. PURPOSE AND APPLICABILITY.
This ordinance is intended to establish reasonable local regulations governing the operation of
bicycles, electric bicycles, and electric scooters within the Village of Fredonia, particularly with
respect to operation on sidewalks and other pedestrian facilities.
Except as specifically provided in this ordinance, all persons operating bicycles, electric
bicycles, and electric scooters within the Village shall comply with all applicable provisions of
Wisconsin Statutes, including applicable provisions of Chapters 340 through 351, as amended
from time to time.

SECTION 2. DEFINITIONS.
For purposes of this ordinance, the terms "bicycle," "electric bicycle," "Class 1 electric bicycle,"
"Class 2 electric bicycle," "Class 3 electric bicycle," "electric scooter," "sidewalk," "roadway,"
"highway," "bicycle lane," "bicycle way," and other terms used in this ordinance shall have the
meanings assigned to those terms under applicable Wisconsin Statutes, as amended from time to
time.
Wis. Stat. sec. 340.01(43m) defines “Play vehicles” as “A coaster, roller skates, sled, toboggan,
unicycle, One-wheel, Segway, or toy vehicle upon which a person may ride. Does not include inline skates, skateboards, or electric scooters.”
Where Wisconsin law establishes a classification or definition applicable to bicycles, electric
bicycles, or electric scooters, the statutory definition shall control.

SECTION 3. OPERATION ON SIDEWALKS.
A. Permitted Devices. Subject to the provisions of this ordinance, bicycles, Class 1 electric
bicycles, Class 2 electric bicycles, and electric scooters may be operated upon sidewalks within
the Village.
B. Class 3 Electric Bicycles. Class 3 electric bicycles shall not be operated upon sidewalks
within the Village. No person under the age of 16 may operate a Class 3 Electric Bicycle except
as a passenger.

C. Pedestrian Right-of-Way. Every person operating a bicycle, electric bicycle, or electric scooter
upon a sidewalk shall yield the right-of-way to pedestrians.
D. Due Care. Every person operating a bicycle, electric bicycle, or electric scooter upon a
sidewalk shall exercise due care and operate in a reasonable and prudent manner under the
circumstances, having regard for pedestrians, other users of the sidewalk, traffic, surface
conditions, visibility, and other relevant conditions.
E. Audible Warning. A person operating a bicycle, electric bicycle, or electric scooter upon a
sidewalk shall give an audible signal before overtaking and passing a pedestrian, bicyclist,
electric bicycle, or electric scooter proceeding in the same direction, except when doing so would
create an additional hazard.
F. Passing Pedestrians. When approaching, overtaking, or passing a pedestrian, the operator shall
reduce speed as necessary and maintain a safe distance so as not to endanger, alarm, or interfere
with the pedestrian.
G. Hazardous Operation Prohibited. No person shall operate a bicycle, electric bicycle, or
electric scooter upon a sidewalk in a reckless, careless, or hazardous manner, including weaving
through pedestrians, operating at a speed that is unreasonable under the circumstances, or
otherwise creating a substantial risk of collision or injury.

SECTION 4. ROADWAY OPERATION.
A. Every person operating a bicycle, electric bicycle, or electric scooter upon a roadway shall
comply with all applicable Wisconsin traffic laws and official traffic-control devices.
B. To the extent required by Wisconsin law, persons operating bicycles, electric bicycles, and
electric scooters upon a roadway shall travel in the direction of traffic and operate as near as
practicable to the right-hand edge of the roadway, subject to the exceptions provided by state law.
C. Operators shall exercise due care and shall yield the right-of-way as required by Wisconsin
law.
D. Nothing in this ordinance shall be interpreted to authorize operation of a bicycle, electric
bicycle, or electric scooter in a manner prohibited by Wisconsin law.

SECTION 5. RIGHT-OF-WAY AT DRIVEWAYS, INTERSECTIONS, AND OTHER
CROSSINGS.
A. Persons operating bicycles, electric bicycles, and electric scooters upon sidewalks shall
exercise particular caution when approaching driveways, alleys, intersections, crosswalks, and
other locations where the sidewalk crosses or enters a roadway.

B. An operator approaching a roadway from a sidewalk shall slow or stop as necessary, yield to
pedestrians and vehicles having the right-of-way, and shall not proceed into or across the
roadway until it is reasonably safe to do so.
C. The provisions of this section are intended to supplement, and not replace, any applicable
requirements of Wisconsin law concerning crosswalks, yielding, and the operation of bicycles,
electric bicycles, and electric scooters.
D. Persons operating bicycles, electric bicycles, and electric scooters must use crosswalks in a
manner which is consistent with the safe use of the crosswalk by pedestrians.

SECTION 6. SPEED AND MANNER OF OPERATION.
A. No person shall operate a bicycle, electric bicycle, or electric scooter upon a sidewalk at a
speed that is unreasonable or imprudent under the circumstances.
B. The operator shall reduce speed when approaching pedestrians, intersections, driveways,
crosswalks, congested areas, blind corners, or other conditions that may create a risk to persons
or property.
C. Nothing in this section shall be construed to establish a numerical speed limit for bicycles or
electric bicycles on sidewalks.
D. The maximum speed applicable to electric scooters under Wisconsin law shall remain
applicable within the Village.

SECTION 7. NIGHTTIME OPERATION AND EQUIPMENT.
All bicycles, electric bicycles, and electric scooters operated within the Village shall comply with
all applicable Wisconsin requirements concerning lamps, reflectors, brakes, and other required
equipment.
Nothing in this ordinance shall be construed to authorize operation of a bicycle, electric bicycle,
or electric scooter without equipment required by state law.

SECTION 8. DESIGNATED NO-RIDING AREAS.
A. The Village Board may, by ordinance, resolution, or other lawful action as permitted by
Wisconsin law, designate specific sidewalks, public ways, pedestrian areas, parks, or other
locations where the operation of bicycles, electric bicycles, or electric scooters is prohibited or
restricted.

B. The Village may install appropriate signs or markings identifying areas where such operation
is prohibited or restricted.
C. A person shall comply with all properly posted restrictions established pursuant to this section.

SECTION 9. PARKING AND OBSTRUCTION.
No person shall leave, park, or place a bicycle, electric bicycle, or electric scooter on a sidewalk,
public way, or other public property in a manner that:
A. obstructs or substantially interferes with pedestrian travel;
B. obstructs an accessible route or curb ramp;
C. attaches to utility poles, traffic-control devices, trees, benches, or public safety fixtures;
D. blocks a building entrance, driveway, fire hydrant, or emergency access; or
E. otherwise creates a hazard to pedestrians, motorists, or other users of the public way.

SECTION 10. PROHIBITED ACTIONS
A. Tampering with or modifying an e-bike or e–scooter to change speed capability or class
B. Mislabeling or falsely representing the class of an e-bike
C. Operating while under the influence of alcohol or controlled substances.
D. Operating a play vehicle on all streets within the Village

SECTION 11. COMPLIANCE WITH STATE LAW.
A. All applicable Wisconsin statutes regulating bicycles, electric bicycles, and electric scooters
are hereby adopted and incorporated by reference to the extent permitted by Wisconsin law.
B. In the event of a conflict between this ordinance and a mandatory provision of Wisconsin law,
the state law shall control.
C. Nothing in this ordinance shall be interpreted to grant a person authority to operate a bicycle,
electric bicycle, or electric scooter in a manner prohibited by state law.
D. Any amendments to Wisconsin law applicable to the subject matter of this ordinance shall
apply within the Village to the extent required by law.

SECTION 12. ACCIDENTS
Any operator involved in an accident causing injury or property damage shall stop and provide
name and address to the other party or a police officer, and shall otherwise comply with
applicable reporting requirements.

SECTION 13. ENFORCEMENT.
The Fredonia Marshal's Office and other authorized law enforcement officers shall have
authority to enforce this ordinance.
Violations of this ordinance may be subject to the forfeiture provisions and enforcement
procedures established elsewhere in the Village Code, together with any other remedy available
under Wisconsin law.
A parent or guardian of a person 12 years of age or younger operating an electric bicycle, electric
scooter, or play vehicle, is liable for violations by the minor and subject to forfeitures under this
section.
Reasonable accommodations shall be made in enforcing this section for any person using a
bicycle as an “Other Power-Driven Mobility Device” pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities
Act (ADA).

SECTION 14. IMPOUNDMENT.
Police may impound any e-bike, e-scooter, or play vehicle operated in violation of this section
when necessary for public safety.
A. PERIOD OF IMPOUNDMENT
Impounded e-bikes, e-scooters, or play vehicles shall be held for a minimum of 30
days unless earlier redeemed by the identified owner or person acting on behalf of
the identified owner upon payment of any redemption fee.
E-bikes, e-scooters, or play vehicles owned or operated by minors may only be
surrendered to the guardian of the offender.

SECTION 15. SEVERABILITY.
If any section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is for
any reason held invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity
or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance.

SECTION 16. REPEAL AND AMENDMENT OF CONFLICTING PROVISIONS.
All ordinances, resolutions, or portions of the Village Code inconsistent with this ordinance are
hereby repealed or amended to the extent of such inconsistency.
In particular, any existing provision prohibiting or restricting bicycle operation on Village
sidewalks that is inconsistent with Section 3 of this ordinance is hereby repealed and replaced by
the provisions of this ordinance.

SECTION 17. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This ordinance shall take effect and be in force upon passage and publication as provided by law.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Village Board of the Village of Fredonia, Ozaukee County,
Wisconsin this ___________ day of _____________________, 2026.
_____________________________
Peter W. Lenz PhD, Village President
ATTEST:
________________________________
Michelle Johnson, Village Clerk

Request for Board Consideration

Item Description: Employee Handbook Addition Section VI-D “Cash in Lieu Health Insurance
Benefit”
Report Prepared By: Admin Jenkins & Treasurer Upson
Report Date: 8-13-26
Meeting Date: 9-3-26
Strategic Priority?
o Smart Residential, Industrial, or Commercial Growth
o Responsible Fiscal Priority
o Supports Public Safety and Infrastructure
o Encourages Open Communication and Collaboration
o Strong Sense of Community
Fiscal Summary: $20k - $12k Village Savings per Employee
Budget Line Item: Payroll Health Insurance Line Items
Wisconsin Statute or Local Ordinance: N/A
Background Analysis: The Village of Fredonia offers health insurance coverage to eligible fulltime employees through the State of Wisconsin ETF program. The cost of this coverage is shared
between the employee and the Village. Based on estimated 2027 rates, the total annual cost of
Family coverage is approximately $30,000, while Single coverage is approximately $18,000.
Staff is proposing the addition of a “Cash in Lieu of Health Insurance” benefit to provide an
incentive for eligible employees to explore alternative health insurance options, including coverage
available through a spouse or other family member, rather than participating in the health insurance
coverage offered by the Village.
Staff Comments: The proposed benefit, as outlined in the attached policy, would provide an
annual cash payment of $10,000 to an eligible employee who declines Family health insurance
coverage and $6,000 to an employee who is eligible for Family coverage but instead elects Single
coverage.
Based on the estimated 2027 insurance costs, an employee who declines Family coverage would
result in an estimated net savings of approximately $20,000 annually to the Village. An employee
who elects Single coverage in lieu of Family coverage would result in an estimated net savings of
approximately $12,000 annually.
As the Village continues to face difficult financial decisions and increasing costs associated with
employee benefits, this proposed benefit provides employees with greater flexibility while also
creating an opportunity for the Village to reduce its overall health insurance expenditures.
Administrator’s Recommendation: Approve

Action Requested: Motion to Approve Employee Handbook Addition Section VI-D “Cash in Lieu
Health Insurance Benefit”
Attachments:
1. Employee Handbook Addition Section VI-D

SECTION VI-D: CASH IN LIEU OF HEALTH INSURANCE
Eligibility: Only full-time employees are eligible to receive the cash-in-lieu-of-health-insurance benefit.
To be eligible, an employee must, during the applicable Enrollment Period, provide the Village Treasurer
with signed confirmation that the employee is declining the maximum level of health insurance
coverage for which they are eligible through the Village.
Benefits You Receive: Full-time, year-round employees who are eligible for Family health insurance
coverage through the Village may elect to receive a cash payment of $10,000 per calendar year in lieu of
Village Family health insurance coverage.
An employee who is eligible for Family health insurance coverage may instead elect Single health
insurance coverage and receive a cash payment of $6,000 per calendar year in lieu of Family health
insurance coverage.
If elected, the applicable cash payment will be distributed equally through the employees’ regular
paychecks throughout the calendar year.
Employees who elect to receive the cash-in-lieu-of-health-insurance benefit remain eligible to
participate in the Village's dental and vision insurance plans.
*This is an annual benefit, subject to modification and/or elimination at the discretion of the Village
Board of Trustees on an annual basis.