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Heidelberg council adopts Wetland Conservation Act jurisdiction resolution; new council member sworn in
Summary
At its May 4 meeting the Heidelberg City Council unanimously adopted a resolution allowing the Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) to govern the city’s jurisdiction, sworn in Doug Kilian as a council member, approved the consent agenda and provided a resident paperwork for a building permit and variance.
The Heidelberg City Council unanimously adopted a resolution allowing the Wetland Conservation Act (WCA) to govern the city’s jurisdiction during its regular meeting on Monday, May 4, 2026, at Heidelberg City Hall.
The resolution to allow WCA jurisdiction was moved by Council Member Rachel Meger and seconded by Council Member Matt Graf; the motion passed with all members present voting in favor. The council record shows no recorded opposition.
The meeting opened at 6:00 p.m. with Mayor Kevin Zvanovec presiding. Earlier in the agenda the council approved the Consent Agenda; Council Member Matt Graf made the motion, which was seconded by Council Member Ted Odenthal, and the motion carried unanimously.
Newly sworn-in Council Member Doug Kilian took the oath of office at the meeting. The council also reviewed a yard maintenance violation: staff reported that a compliance review is ongoing and that an extension was granted to the resident to continue cleanup efforts.
During the open forum, resident Doug Filzen, owner of Parcel #17.019.6300, inquired about a building permit and a possible variance. City staff provided Mr. Filzen with the required paperwork to apply for a building permit and variance.
No administrator report was given. Council members provided brief updates during the council reports portion of the agenda. The council reviewed and approved claims as presented.
The meeting was adjourned at 6:41 p.m. after a motion by Council Member Matt Graf, seconded by Council Member Rachel Meger. The next regular meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
