Highlights from the Greenville Village Board Meetings unapproved minutes located here: https://www.townofgreenville.com/government/agendas_and_minutes.php
Review Period: April 21, 2026 – May 22, 2026
Location: Greenville Village Hall, Greenville, WI
Executive Summary
In a series of five legislative sessions spanning late April and May 2026, the Greenville Village Board advanced several critical infrastructure initiatives, most notably awarding a $924,760 contract for the STH 76 Pedestrian Tunnel Project. The Board also solidified municipal leadership by appointing Katrina Knuth as Village Clerk, naming Adam Lenth as EMS Director, and navigating contentious public debates regarding emergency services funding and proposed firewood storage regulations.
Key Infrastructure and Financial Approvals
The Board authorized significant capital expenditures and infrastructure alterations, primarily focused on transportation, utility management, and stormwater controls during its comprehensive May 11 session.
- STH 76 Pedestrian Tunnel Project (Contract E-26): The Board unanimously approved a $924,760 contract award to Sheet Piling Services. The approval stipulates an official detour end date of September 15, 2026.
- Sewer and Drainage Adjustments: A contract amendment (Change Order No. 1) for the STH 76 Sewer Relay Project was awarded to Feaker & Sons, Inc. in the amount of $51,011.70, alongside a final pay request of $5,854.17. The Board also voted to take corrective action on a localized drainage issue at N1836 Maple Terrace Road.
- Stormwater Management: Board members reviewed a flood presentation for property on STH 76. Board President Jack Anderson requested that staff map out a future regional stormwater facility, engage with the impacted property owner, and compile preliminary budget estimates.
- Country Meadows Financial Guarantee: In a 4-0 vote, the Board denied Resolution 16-26, choosing to withhold the release of the financial guarantee for the Country Meadows First Additions subdivision.
Public Safety, Emergency Services, and Funding Studies
Meeting on April 21, the Board and local residents heavily analyzed operational reports and long-term funding strategies for Greenville’s emergency response infrastructure.
Fire and Ambulance Funding Options
The Board reviewed three potential funding mechanisms and corresponding fees to secure sustainable revenue for fire and rescue operations. Audience members voiced mixed feedback, outlining the pros and cons of the options alongside potential implementation concerns. The Board reached a consensus to continue researching these funding models without a formal motion.
Emergency Services Report Review
In response to public concerns regarding current staffing levels and future full-time personnel needs, the Board initiated several administrative directives:
- Annual & Quarterly Reviews: President Jack Anderson recommended executing annual certification audits for all Fire Department personnel alongside quarterly performance reporting to isolate structural trends.
- Municipal Benchmarking: Fire and EMS staff were directed to gather operational and documentation data from neighboring Grand Chute and Kaukauna to establish a baseline for Greenville’s program expansion.
- Leadership Transition: It was officially noted that Adam Lenth has agreed to take over as the Village’s EMS Director.
Administrative Appointments and Governance
The Board finalized key personnel transitions and committee structures through multiple closed and open sessions.
- Village Clerk Appointment: Following formal candidate interviews conducted during a closed session on May 4, the Board officially approved Resolution 19-26 on May 11, appointing Katrina Knuth as the official Village Clerk.
- Ad Hoc Park Referendum Committee: A motion to approve the initial slate of members (John Conrad, Josh Lorge, Bonnie Gremore, and Marrisa Sperger) for the 2026 Ad Hoc Park Referendum Committee was postponed in a 3-1 vote, with Trustee Brittany Helf dissenting.
- Executive Evaluations: The Board entered closed sessions on April 21 and May 11 to conduct performance evaluations of the Village Administrator and review compensation structures.
Ordinances, Zoning, and Community Input
Firewood Storage Ordinance Tabled
Public pushback halted the progression of proposed Ordinance No. 7-26, which sought to regulate firewood storage as a public nuisance under Section 198-19. Resident Floren Moleske requested special consideration for larger properties and individuals who utilize wood to heat their homes, while resident Larry Bentle questioned the core necessity and overall enforceability of the ordinance. Village Administrator Travis Parish suggested removing specific regulatory restrictions from the text. The Board ultimately voted 4-0 to table the ordinance indefinitely.
Additional Board Actions and Approvals
- Harvest Ridge Subdivision: Approved Ordinance No. 8-26, authorizing a zoning map amendment for Parcels 111063600 and 111063502.
- Driveway Width Variance: Approved a request to exceed standard driveway widths at N1987 Morning Glory Lane in a 4-0 vote, following an initial motion to deny the request which failed to secure a majority.
- Domestic Permits and Event Licenses: The Board approved various routine community requests, including multiple residential chicken permits, a temporary beer license for the Fox Cities Gargoyles Rugby Club tournament, retail applications for Stone Arch Brewpub, and a special event application for a local block party on Waterlefe Drive.
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