Village of Silver Lake
Kenosha County
Regular Meeting
Silver Lake Village Board
November 5, 2014
President Gerber called the Village Board Meeting of November 5, 2014 to order at 7:02 p.m.
The roll was called by Clerk-Treasurer Faber and the following members responded: Decker,
Dunn, Johnson, Moran, Willkomm and Gerber were present. Dodge was absent. Attorney Gray
was also absent.
President Gerber led the Pledge of Allegiance.
 Citizen’s Comments
Laurie Starkey, 534 N. Fifth, commented that we have a board that is divided and don’t get
along. We voted, its over let’s get to work.
Karen Erb, 204 W. North St., thanked everyone for their hard work. She also commented that
we should move forward and come together.
Bruce Nopenz, 842 N. Elizabeth Lane, commented that there are a number of boards that are
divided; and you as a board has to think creatively and financially minded.
Charles Wiltberger, 334 E. Evergreen, commented that his friend Scott Miles who has Miles
Trucking on Hwy 50 is interested in annexing into the Village and if this can happen we would
be out to Hwy 50 which would help our Police Department with revenue. President Gerber
commented that she has tried to reach out to Mr. Miles by e-mail and received no response.
Sandy Nevill, 1081 Eastwood Drive, commented on the cost of the garbage, the police
department and the library.
Connie Cope, 1063 N. School Street commented on her best friend that her husband is a retired
police chief from Hales Corners. We have a good police department here and they do not cost
much.
Pat Dunn, 409 Anita Court, commented that the hall looks nice with the new coat of paint, but
who authorized this and who paid for this? President Gerber commented on citizen’s comments
we refrain from answering any questions and Mr. Dunn has asked. President Gerber asked
Chief Trudeau to answer the question. Chief Trudeau explained that this was brought up last
month for the police department for cabinets and counters. He had talked to Sue, and Diane
and came up with the idea of using the money for painting the board room. Andy explained
Mr. Keller from town did the painting. Dunn commented that still this should’ve come to the
board for approval. Trudeau did follow the purchasing policy and understands Mr. Dunn’s
concerns. Dunn commented that this is a major change. Trudeau explained he understands
this and he has volunteered his time money to help out on the changes. Dunn asked if there
are any other plans for changes to bring them to the board before doing them. Trudeau feels
that there are no winners or losers in this election and he has opened communications with fire
and rescue.
 President’s Agenda
President Gerber reported that she is glad that the election is over with and let us put this
behind and move forward and work together.
 Motion 1
Moran moved, seconded by Dunn, to approve the minutes of the regular board meeting held on
Wednesday, October 15, 2014. Dunn, Johnson, Moran and Willkomm voted aye. Decker and
Gerber abstained. Dodge was absent. Motion carried.
 Motion 2
Moran moved, seconded by Decker to approve the vouchers as recommended by the Finance
Committee for payment on Friday, November 7, 2014, and Friday, November 14, 2014. Decker,
Johnson, Moran, Willkomm and Gerber voted aye. Dunn voted nay and Dodge was absent.
Motion carried.
 Motion 3
Moran moved, seconded by Willkomm to approve liquor licenses/operators licenses pending
background checks for: Serena Smith, Brittany Rodgers, Sarah McKimmy and Callie Spivey.
Decker, Johnson, Moran, Willkomm and Gerber voted aye. Dunn abstained and Dodge was
absent. Motion carried.
 Motion 4
Moran moved, seconded by Dunn to approve the current United Healthcare option with no
changes. Dunn, Johnson, Moran, Willkomm and Gerber voted aye. Decker voted nay and
Dodge was absent. Motion carried.
 Motion 5
Moran moved, seconded by Willkomm to approve agreement with Accurate Assessments for
Option G full Revaluation in 2015 at the cost of $54,000.00. Decker, Johnson, Moran,
Willkomm and Gerber voted aye. Dunn voted nay and Dodge was absent. Motion carried.
Bob Williams, Maintenance Supervisor explained the WPDES Permit and how the DNR is
lowering the phosphorus level. He explained that the attorney would write a letter on behalf of
the village regarding the level.
Motion 6
Willkomm moved, seconded by Moran to retain Stafford and Rosenbaum to assist in reviewing
the WPDES Permit and comment on phosphorus removal for the waste water treatment plant.
All present voted aye. Dodge was absent. Motion carried.
Committee Report
 Economic Development
President Gerber had nothing to report on.
 Finance, Legislative & Administrative
There was no report in absence of Trustee Dodge.
 Police & Judicial
Police Chief Trudeau reported that staffing is fine. He also commented that he is working with
the fire department and rescue to open the lines of communication.
 Emergency Government
Trustee Johnson reported that they are going to look into hiring a Part Time Fire Chief for the
future; this is no reflection on the current acting Fire Chief.
 Public Works & Buildings
Trustee Willkomm reported that the storm sewer project is underway and that grass cutting is
done.
 Parks, Public Lands & Library
Trustee Moran reported that she has scheduled the tree decorating with the Head Start
Program on December 4, 2015.
 General Welfare
Trustee Moran reported that Royce just issued a building permit for Harm Garwood up in the
industrial park. She also commented that she is still in talks with the garbage company.
 Motion 7
Willkomm moved, seconded by Moran to adjourn the Village Board Meeting of November 5,
2014 as no further business has been presented. All present voted aye. Dodge was absent.
Motion carried.
President Gerber adjourned the Village Board meeting at 7:50 p.m.
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Terry L. Faber Clerk-Treasurer