Highlights from the Greenville Village Board Meeting of June 8, 2026 unapproved minutes found here: https://www.townofgreenville.com/government/agendas_and_minutes.php
Executive Summary
In its regular meeting on June 8, 2026, the Greenville Village Board passed a temporary development moratorium on data centers and denied a key rezoning request for a proposed residential development by Spark Development. Additionally, the Board authorized nearly $900,000 for local infrastructure improvements while voting to postpone decisions regarding an upcoming park referendum.
Thematic Breakdown of Board Actions
Board Imposes Temporary Moratorium on Data Centers
The Board spent significant time addressing local development strategy, ultimately voting 4–0 to approve Resolution 20-26. This resolution establishes a development moratorium ordinance specifically targeting new data centers.
The approved measure was amended to apply strictly to buildings of 10,000 or more square feet where the primary use is designated as a data center. The Board carved out specific exceptions to protect existing local businesses as well as standard corporate server rooms. Prior to the vote, community residents Jim Ziegert, Jerry Ehm, and Bob Nelson voiced various concerns and shared statistics regarding the community impact of data centers.
Sharp Stand on New Residential Developments
Two major housing proposals faced scrutiny during the session, resulting in a denial and deferred action:
- Spark Development Project (Parcel 111026900): Representatives Derek Liebhauser (Spark Development) and Grant Duchac (Excel Engineering) presented an overview of a new development plan and its stormwater management layout to support the creation of a Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) District. The Board took no action on the TIF district. Subsequently, the Board voted 3–1 to deny Ordinance 12-26, which sought to rezone the parcel from Agricultural (AGD) to Multi-Family Residential (R3). Board Member Brittany Helf cast the lone dissenting vote against the denial. Resident Bob Nelson also formally noted concerns regarding this plan during public comment.
- Julius Drive Subdivision: Pandit Enterprises presented a public/private partnership proposal for a 60-lot single-family subdivision. Board members expressed immediate safety concerns regarding the layout, which featured only one shared entrance and exit for the entire subdivision. No formal action was taken.
Park Referendum Decision Postponed
The Board reviewed the final data from the Spring 2026 Greenville Community Survey to evaluate the status of an upcoming park referendum. Parks Commission Chairman John Conrad informed the Board that the commission is currently drafting a formal proposal and recommendation. After resident Loren Dieck noted that there had been delivery issues with the physical surveys, the Board voted 4–0 to postpone determining the official status of the referendum until a later date.
Financial Approvals and Infrastructure Contracts
The Board processed a substantial consent agenda alongside separate items, green-lighting several heavy machinery, construction, and municipal maintenance expenditures:
- Levi Drive Reconstruction Project (Contract F-26): Awarded to Sommers Construction for $887,643.40 (Approved 4–0).
- 2025 Village Inlet and Curb Repair Contract: Approved a final payment of $28,164.00 to P K Flatwork (Approved 4–0).
- Design Drive Extension Project: Approved Change Order No. 4 to MCC, Inc. totaling $13,985.00 (Approved 4–0).
- Village Hall Remodel: Approved Invoice #5555 to Kueny Architects. The motion passed 3–1 (with Mark Strobel dissenting) and authorized the Village Administrator to issue payment so long as it does not exceed $2,500.00.
Future Directives and Upcoming Business
Before adjournment, the Board established several directives for village staff and area law enforcement:
- E-Moto Bike Regulation: Following a discussion on local enforcement options, the Board formally directed Travis Parish to draft a new ordinance governing electric-motor bikes.
- Sheriff’s Department Update: The Board requested a comprehensive 6-month operational update from the local Sheriff’s Department.
- Public Safety Request: Resident Robert McGlone approached the Board to request a lower speed limit on Winnegamie Drive to improve safety.
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