The Helvetia Town Board convened on Nov. 5, to discuss key budgetary and infrastructure matters affecting the community. Among the major decisions, the board approved a 1% increase in the 2025 town levy, bringing the total to $173,079. Additionally, pressing maintenance issues, including upgrades to the town hall’s water system and road repairs, were addressed.
The 2025 budget hearing, held before the meeting, culminated in the board’s approval of a one percent levy increase. This adjustment aims to support ongoing town projects and maintenance. Town bills for the month were reviewed and approved for payment, alongside the treasurer’s financial report.
Infrastructure Improvements
Water System Upgrades: After multiple test failures of the town hall’s well water, the board identified the issues as stemming from an outdated pressure tank and a rarely used outside faucet. A motion was unanimously passed to replace the pressure tank and cap the faucet line, ensuring safe and reliable water quality.
Ceiling Maintenance: Further action on insulating the town hall ceiling is underway, with insulation already ordered. Board member Justin Hintz is also investigating options for new ceiling tiles to improve the hall’s interior.
Road Repairs: Extensive roadwork was discussed and progressed:
- Moen Road: Repairs are complete, and temporary gravel signs will be removed.
- Carper, Klope, Hay, Phelps, and Jensen Roads: Ongoing patching, grading, and shouldering work were reported.
- Campbell Lake and Aanstad Roads: The weight limit sign post and speed limit sign were replaced.
- Stony Ridge Road: A sinkhole requiring immediate attention will be patched by board members Mike Grassl and Justin Hintz.
Brush Cutting Plans: The board agreed to send letters to property owners along Carper and Westhill Roads to prepare for brush-cutting activities in the near future.
Updates from previous meetings
The comprehensive plan change for James Stolz was finalized in the October 22nd special meeting.
The Open Book session on Nov. 4 allowed taxpayers to consult with the town assessor, Kelly Zillmer, addressing various queries.