Town of Germantown

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Held in person and remotely via Microsoft Teams

July 9, 2026

9:30 AM

 

Present: (all via Teams) Board Members Randy Dorshorst, Rod Abbrederis, Jim Keene, Jim Murphy, Brad Pavloski, Administrator Kathy Oliver, MSA Reps Jason Terry, Andy Zimmer, Brian Wiedenfeld and member of the public Michael Miller.

 

Call to Order/Approve Agenda/Verification of Posting-

The meeting was called to order by Jim Keene via Microsoft Teams at 9:35 AM. Proper posting was completed. With 5 board members present, we did have a quorum. A Motion was made by Jim Keene, with a second by Randy Dorshorst to approve the agenda.  Motion carried 5-0.

 

Approval of Minutes-

A Motion was made by Jim Keene, seconded by Randy Dorshorst, to approve the minutes from the May 14, 2026 regular meeting with no changes or corrections. Motion carried 5-0. Jim Keene commented that MSA did not attend in person at our request in the interest of time and expense. Brad Pavloski commented that he feels we have better communication when all attend in person, and suggested that at least one rep from MSA attend future meetings. Jason Terry and Andy Zimmer from MSA both commented that they would be willing to attend and there would be no additional cost to the District.

 

Discussion and Possible Action on Sanitary Sewer Service Study –

Brian Wiedenfeld from MSA attended representing Shelley Granberg and led the discussion. The primary purpose of the SSA plan is to define where public sanitary sewer service can be extended efficiently and responsibly, while preventing development in areas where environmental constraints or infrastructure limitation would pose severe risks to water quality. Jim Keene made a Motion to approve the plan as presented, seconded by Rod Abbrederis. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Discussion and Possible Action on Administrator’s Report –

-Financial Status Summary – Financial information was provided by Kathy Oliver, including bank account balances, accounts payable and accounts receivable.

-Connections Update – Our current members, Connected and Unconnected, total 1,402.

A Motion was made by Jim Keene, with a second by Randy Dorshorst to approve the Administrators Report. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Discussion and Possible Action Possible Combining of Districts #1 and #2-

Jim Murphy commented that there has been no communication between himself and District #2 reps, but he plans to do so and discuss at our next regular meeting.

 

Discussion and Possible Action on Member Special Requests –

Brad Pavloski with Pavloski Development requested annexation of parcel numbers 290121015 and 290121016, totaling approximately 80 acres with 120 lots. With a Motion by Jim Keene, and a second by Randy Doirshorst to approve the annexation to the District, the motion passed with All in Favor. Brad Pavloski abstained.

 

Discussion and Possible Action on WWTF Operations Update –

Jason Terry from MSA reported that the treatment system continues to operate as expected seasonally. Increased seasonal flows during the summer have contributed to higher effluent BOD and phosphorus concentrations. MSA is working with the DNR to resolve the issue.

A motion was made by Randy Dorshorst, seconded by Rod Abbrederis, to approve signature authority for Chase Fisher with MSA as an authorized representative with the DNR for our WPDES permit submittals and documents. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Discussion and Possible Action on Resolution #2026-01 to Approve 2025 CMAR Report for DNR –

Kathy Oliver presented the 2025 CMAR report for review. A motion was made by Randy Dorshorst, seconded by Jim Keene to approve and adopt Resolution #2026-01 regarding the CMAR. Motion carried 5-0.

 

Discussion and Possible Action on Member Special Requests –

Brad Pavloski with Pavloski Development requested annexation of parcel numbers 290121015 and 290121016, totaling approximately 80 acres with 120 lots. With a Motion by Jim Keene, and a second by Randy Doirshorst to approve the annexation to the District, the motion passed 4-0. Brad Pavloski abstained.

 

Public Comment – 

There was no public comment

 

Adjourn –

A Motion was made to adjourn at 10:21AM by Jim Keene, with a second by Randy Dorshorst. Motion carried with all in favor.

 

Next regular meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2026 at 9:30AM.