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Thorp council approves IT contract, Motorola body cameras and three-year police labor deal
Summary
The Thorp City Council approved a one-year IT contract ($8,280), a $12,388.75 purchase of Motorola body cameras, a three-year labor agreement with the Professional Police Officers Association, and a preliminary resolution to levy special assessments; citizens urged action on noise concerns.
The Thorp City Council on Dec. 8 approved a set of routine and operational measures, including a one-year IT contract with Yellowstone Computing for $8,280, purchase of Motorola body-worn cameras for $12,388.75, and a three-year labor agreement with the Professional Police Officers Association.
Council voted unanimously on several motions. A motion by Alderperson Lawcewicz, seconded by Alderperson Einhorn, approved minutes from Nov. 10 and Nov. 20 and the appointment of election officials for 2026–2027. The monthly financial reports, vouchers and payroll register were approved on a motion by Alderperson Rosemeyer, seconded by Alderperson Abramczak. Council approved Resolution 2025-12-01 (a preliminary resolution declaring intent to levy special assessments under Sec. 66.0703, Wis. Stats.) on a Rosemeyer motion seconded by Lawcewicz.
Chief Pries presented Motorola Solutions quotes tied to a planned transition to a new records management system shared with Clark County; the single-payment option for body cameras was chosen and the council approved full payment by the end of the year. Chief Pries also reported the department received a grant for a Preliminary Breath Test (FST) device and shared materials from a recent Leadership Institute.
During public comment, Roxy Copas asked for updates on noise coming from Wisconsin Bench in the Industrial Park; Clerk/Treasurer Michele Pogodzinski said Nate Smith from that business expects to attend the next council meeting. Mayor Richard Wnek told the audience the city currently has no enforceable decibel ordinance, and Barb Pyle asked the council to move forward with drafting a noise ordinance.
DPW Shackleton reported the community ice-skating rink is delayed because of weather, and Library Director Soderstrom outlined upcoming Christmas activities. Alderperson Lawcewicz asked the council to revisit odd/even parking regulations; the item will be discussed at the next meeting. The meeting adjourned at 7:45 p.m.
