Meeting Summary and Briefs: Manhattan Village Board for Feb. 3, 2026
Manhattan Village Board Meeting | Feb. 3, 2026
The Manhattan Village Board met on Tuesday, February 3, 2026, with all trustees present, including Trustees Jennifer Bahena, Justin Young, Robert Dilling, Lucinda Neighbors, Clint Boone, and Tom Doyle. Mayor Mike Adrieansen presided over the brief session, which saw the approval of a landscaping contract and preparations for the upcoming Irish Fest.
The meeting concluded at approximately 5:52 p.m. following a motion to adjourn.
Strategic Planning Minutes Approved:
The board approved the minutes from the January 24, 2026, Strategic Planning Workshop. According to the approved minutes, village officials discussed several major future projects, including a Route 52 safety study, a 5-year road resurfacing plan, and the extension of water and sewer lines to facilitate commercial development at Route 52 and Gougar Road.
Blood Drive Success:
Trustee Clint Boone and Trustee Lucinda Neighbors commented on the success of the recent community blood drive held on January 29. “The blood drive last week seemed to have a good turnout from when I was there,” Neighbors said.
Public Works Praise:
Trustee Tom Doyle commended the Public Works Department for their efforts during recent winter weather. “They did a fantastic job, especially with the cold weather,” Doyle said. “Tell them they did a super job.”
Pothole Concern:
Trustee Justin Young flagged a maintenance issue for the Public Works Department during the meeting. Young reported receiving a text from a resident regarding a pothole on the bridge near Route 52. Public Works Superintendent John Tyk acknowledged the report during the meeting.
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