On the agenda: Chilton July 8, 2026 — Data Center (Jul 8)

July 8, 2026, Stockbridge Community Hall

APPROVED

Chairman Joe Kuhn called the board meeting to order at 7:00 PM. Present were
Supervisors Mark Ecker, Jon Groeschl, Clerk Steve Phipps, Treasurer Andrea Ortleib, and
attendees Ed Venner, Ralph Schmid, Jennifer Nadler-Lont, Joe Eisch*, Jessica Weis* and
Sheila Weis*. *Indicates signed up for public comment.
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag was recited.
Steve indicated the meeting had been properly posted.
Jon moved and Mark E. 2nd to approve the agenda. M/C.
Public comment: Sheila and Jessica Weis, doing genealogy work, asked if anyone had
information about their ancestors with the last name of Ledden or Ladden residents in
the 1800s after the meeting was over. Joe Eisch had no comment.
Mark E. moved Jon 2nd to approve the meeting minutes of June 10, 2026. M/C.
Roads, Bldgs, and Equipment:
Concrete driveways abutting town roads: No action taken.
Hill Road: Mark T. shared he is replacing culverts (4), one may get bridge aid but funding
may not be until 2028.
Small structure grant: No funding was awarded for the Lakeshore Drive structure south
of Mud Creek, but the town may get half back via a bridge aid application subject to
approval. This Lakeshore Drive structure is preferred for bridge aid vs other projects
and at this point the timeframe has not been determined for a three-day road closure
required for installation. G&H quoted approximately $100,000.00 with additional
patching. Joe indicated that Mark should go ahead with doing this structure on
Lakeshore Drive. Mark would like to eradicate wild parsnip in ditches before children
play in a ditch and come into contact with the plant that causes blisters. Board
members endorsed going ahead and inquiring about a plan and costs.
Lakeshore Drive speed limit: Joe reported 3 incidences of personal safety occurring on
the road since Hwy 55’s detour. After general discussion, Joe moved to lower the speed
limit to 45 MPH on Lakeshore Drive from Hwy EE to Ecker Lakeland Drive until October
31, 2026. Mark E. 2nd M/C.

CSM: Joe shared there was a Funk CSM submission, but the CSM would be reviewed
next month.
Data Center Moratorium: Joe shared this may be a topic of discussion at the WTA Cal.
Co. Unit meeting and queried about attendance. Only the clerk would likely attend.
Election Security Grant: Steve shared there may be a grant the town could apply for
providing a new laptop for election use. Joe moved to apply for the grant if beneficial.
Jon 2nd. M/C.
Alcohol server’s license application was received from Tracey Pfrang via The Shanty with
no objectionable information found. Joe moved to issue the license. Jon 2nd. M/C.
Communications: Steve reported firework’s permits were issued and handed out copies
a recent communication from the IRS citing an error made by the IRS.
Treasurer’s Report: Jon moved to approve the report. Mark E. 2nd. M/C.
Payment of bills: Mark E. moved to approve payment of all bills presented to the board.
Jon 2nd. M/C.
Mark E. moved to adjourn the meeting at 7:47 PM. Jon 2nd the motion. M/C.
Respectfully submitted,
Steve Phipps, Clerk