Magdalena board approves key infrastructure and library funding

Among the items approved was Resolution 2025-13, authorizing official representatives and signatory authorities for a state-funded preliminary engineering report on the village’s wastewater treatment and collection system. Mayor Rumpf said the $80,000 grant will support planning efforts to upgrade the aging infrastructure.

The board also approved a $10,000 state grant-in-aid agreement for the Magdalena Public Library for fiscal year 2026. The funds will support library collections, staff salaries, equipment and other operational costs. Clerk/Treasurer Juanita Puente signed the agreement on behalf of the village.

In executive session, the board discussed limited personnel matters. Upon returning to open session, trustees voted to hire Rosemary Wilburn as the new full-time assistant clerk for Village Hall. Wilburn, a lifelong Magdalena resident, introduced herself and said she was enthusiastic about serving the community.

During public input, resident Ray Olmstead said he had concerns about stray dogs and animal control enforcement. Rumpf said there were ongoing issues with county coordination and said he would follow up with the Marshal’s office.

Pete Emory said he would like to suggest restructuring the meeting agenda to allow trustees more opportunity to share updates and discuss community concerns.

“We can take it under advisement, but some of this is set by the state,” Mayor Rumpf said.