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Hilbert board accepts WI DNR CMAR showing 'A' scores but notes looming phosphorus upgrade
Summary
The Village of Hilbert approved Resolution 2026-06 to accept the WI DNR 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR). The plant received 'A' scores in all areas; staff warned new phosphorus limits will require an upgrade when the standards change.
The Village of Hilbert Board on June 9 voted to approve Resolution 2026-06 accepting the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (CMAR) for the wastewater treatment plant.
The CMAR presentation by Public Works staff explained the plant received the highest score of "A" across evaluated sections. Board members applauded the report but staff cautioned that upcoming tighter phosphorus standards will require an upgrade to the plant to remain compliant once the limits take effect.
Why it matters: the CMAR is the local documentation the DNR uses to track plant performance and identify needs. While current assessments show strong performance, the board heard that regulatory changes on phosphorus could force a capital project with design and budget implications.
Public works supervisor Kim Plate said the plant's current scores reflect existing limits: "Our treatment plant received 'A' in every area," and he noted, "once phosphorus level requirements change we will not be able to meet them without the upgrade." The board approved the resolution by roll call: A. Loose, Collins, Krueger, M. Loose, Pulley, Gehl and Roehrig; carried.
Next steps: staff will monitor DNR rule changes and bring options, timelines and cost estimates for any required upgrades to future board meetings. No immediate capital appropriation was authorized at the June 9 meeting.
