Menomonie public meetings in 2022

City Council

The City Council will discuss several items including the 2023 Bond Construction Fund capital budget and a proposed WEDC grant application for the Library. The agenda also includes a review of revised fee schedules for the Inspection and Recreation Departments.

• 2023 Bond Construction Fund capital budget
• WEDC grant application for the Library
• Revised 2023 fee schedules for Inspection and Recreation Departments
• Wolske Bay Ribbon Cutting and open house event discussion
• Appointments to the Mabel Tainter Board and Urban Forestry

The City Council approved the 2023 bond construction fund budget and the Recreation Department's revised fee schedule. The council also authorized a grant application for the Menomonie Public Library and approved several budget transfers for the Fire Department and advertising.

• Approved 2023 bond construction fund budget (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 revised fee schedule for the Recreation Department (unanimous)
• Approved Menomonie Public Library’s WEDC Vibrant Spaces grant application
• Approved $1,500 tools supplies and $1,850 training materials budget transfers for Fire Department (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 budget transfer from Contingency to Advertising & Promotions (unanimous)
• Approved $130,728.47 in general claims and $3,366.99 in parking utility claims (unanimous)
• Approved temporary Class B beer license for UW-Stout Athletics (unanimous)
• Approved Wolske Bay holiday light display ribbon cutting for Dec 22, 2022 (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider a rezoning request from Java Companies for the south 60 feet of Lots 13 and 14, Block 1, in the Oak Park Addition, changing the designation from Single Family (R-1) to Local Commercial (B-2). The commission will also review various certified maps and may take action on those items. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and public comment periods.

• Rezoning request: South 60' of Lots 13 and 14, Block 1, Oak Park Addition from R-1 to B-2
• Review of various certified maps
• Public hearings and public comments
• Approval of minutes from October 24, 2022

The Plan Commission recommended that the City Council approve a rezoning request for a proposed coffee facility. The commission also approved a residential certified survey map for a property on Meadow Hill Drive.

• Recommended City Council approval to rezone South 60’ of Lots 13 and 14, Block 1, Oak Park Addition from Single Family District (R-1) to Local Commercial District (B-2) (4-2)
• Approved Lots 1 and 2 residential CSM for Dale and Barb Lyon at 1231 Meadow Hill Drive
• Approved minutes of the October 24, 2022 meeting

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will review and possibly approve the 2023 utility operating budgets (water, wastewater, solid waste, storm water), Tax Increment District budgets, and the 2023-2024 Construction Fund capital budget. They will also consider ARPA fund requests from the Dunn County Historical Society and Evergreen Cemetery, award a demolition bid for the Stepping Stones building, and approve fire department equipment purchases. The agenda includes several other routine items such as minutes, claims, and licenses.

• Temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County, Inc. at 1602 Stout Road
• Review of 2023 water, wastewater, solid waste, and storm water utility operating budgets
• Review of 2023 Tax Increment District operating budgets
• ARPA funds request from Dunn County Historical Society and Evergreen Cemetery for facility projects
• NIF grant bids for demolition of Stepping Stones building at 1620 Stout Road

The City Council approved the 2023 operating budgets for Water, Wastewater, Solid Waste, and Stormwater utilities, as well as TIDs #12-17. Several ARPA-funded expenditures were authorized for community projects and emergency equipment. The council also approved a series of vendor claims totaling over $291,000.

• Approved 2023 operating budgets for Water, Wastewater, Solid Waste, and Stormwater utilities
• Approved 2023 Tax Increment District operating budgets for TIDS #12-17
• Approved $20,000 ARPA funds for Dunn County Historical Society solar array project
• Approved $10,000 ARPA funds for Evergreen Cemetery Association seal coating project
• Awarded $25,100 contract to Skid Steer Guy, LLC for C-3 building demolition
• Approved $33,500 for Fire Department equipment and $37,437.58 for two LUCAS CPR devices
• Approved 90-day temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County, Inc.
• Approved 2023-2024 Construction Fund capital budget (Chase abstained)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a hearing on a single request by Marvin Butler for a 19-foot rear yard setback variance at 1632 Tainter Street. The board will decide whether to grant the variance after hearing the request. No other business is listed on the agenda.

• Variance request by Marvin Butler for 19-foot rear yard setback at 1632 Tainter Street

Tourism Board

The Menomonie Tourism Commission will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, review quarterly room taxes, and discuss the Chamber's budget and financial statements, including short-term rental (STR) reports. Possible action may be taken on these items.

• Approval of minutes from July 27, 2022 meeting
• Quarterly room taxes report
• Chamber budget and monthly financial statements
• Short-term rental (STR) reports

The commission approved the 2023 tourism budget and extended the management contract with the Greater Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce through 2025. New funding levels for management fees were established, including a specific allocation for interns.

• Approved July 27, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved funding up to $162,000 in management fees from 2023 tourism contract revenues, including $12,000 for intern positions
• Decided Greater Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce will be reimbursed only for "actual" tourism management fees monthly starting in 2023
• Approved 2023 Greater Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce tourism budget with adjustments to intern expenses and a total increase to $162,000
• Extended contract with Greater Menomonie Area Chamber of Commerce through 2025

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting with updates on the AWOS and Master Plan project, future project planning, and a discussion on land use around the airport. The agenda includes public comments, approval of minutes, and the airport manager's report. No formal action is scheduled.

• AWOS and Master Plan Project – Update
• Future Project Planning – Discussion
• Land Use Around Airport – Discussion
• Approval of Minutes – October 26, 2022
• Airport Manager's Report

The Commission voted to begin the design process for an airport-owned transient aircraft hangar in 2023 for 2024 construction. Members also endorsed nine areas of interest within the Airport Master Plan scope of work and defined the Technical Advisory Group's composition.

• Approved starting Transient Hangar Design in 2023 for 2024 construction
• Endorsed nine areas of interest in the Airport Master Plan scope of work
• Agreed on Technical Advisory Group membership including City Staff, City Council, and local stakeholders
• Accepted October 26, 2022 minutes by consensus

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will hold a public hearing and likely vote on the 2023 General Fund Operating Budget and tax levy. They will also discuss and possibly approve the Main Street of Menomonie Business Improvement District's 2023 operating plan and subsidy request, a Wakanda Waterpark report, a Parade of Lights event, and a 2023-2025 electrical inspection contract with Melstrom Inspections, LLC.

• 2023 General Fund Operating Budget and Tax Levy ordinance (public hearing and possible adoption)
• Business Improvement District (Main Street of Menomonie, Inc.) 2023 operating plan and additional subsidy request
• Wakanda Waterpark executive summary report review
• Proposed Wakanda Park Parade of Lights event sponsored by Menomonie Area Chamber and Visitors Bureau
• Proposed 2023-2025 electrical inspection contract with Melstrom Inspections, LLC

The City Council approved the 2023 general fund operating budget and a tax levy of $7,435,000. The council also authorized funding for the Mabel Tainter Board and Main Street of Menomonie. Other actions included approving a contract extension for electrical inspections and paying city claims.

• Adopted 2023 general fund operating budget and tax levy of $7,435,000 (Unanimous)
• Required reinstatement of voting rights for city representative on Mabel Tainter Board to receive $60,000 funding (5-2)
• Approved 2023 Business Improvement District (Main Street of Menomonie, Inc.) operating plan (Unanimous)
• Increased Main Street of Menomonie, Inc. additional subsidy request by $5,000 to a total of $25,000 for 2023 (Unanimous)
• Approved Wakanda Park Parade of Lights special event (Unanimous)
• Approved contract extension through December 31, 2025 with Melstrom Inspections, LLC (Unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims totaling $330,514.62 and parking utility claims of $882.68 (Unanimous)
• Approved massage therapy and transient merchant licenses (Unanimous)

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Menomonie Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a hearing to consider a request by Stepping Stones of Dunn County for a conditional permitted use to operate an emergency shelter facility at 1620 Stout Road. The board will take action on this single item, followed by adjournment.

• Conditional permitted use request for emergency shelter at 1620 Stout Road
• Applicant: Stepping Stones of Dunn County
• Hearing at Menomonie City Hall, 800 Wilson Avenue

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting to discuss routine forestry business, including updates on fall 2022 tree planting and winter pruning, a 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant application, and maintenance plans for ash tree benches. The agenda is largely procedural, with most items listed as discussions or updates rather than final decisions.

• 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant Application – update
• Fall 2022 tree planting progress – update
• 2022/23 winter pruning progress – update
• Ash tree bench locations, maintenance plan, and memoriam for John Anshus – discussion
• Ordinance/website review – discussion

The board was notified that the DNR selected the city's project for grant funding, with work eligible to begin January 1, 2023. The board reviewed proposed ordinance changes and discussed a memorial for former member John Anshus. No votes were taken on these items; further review is scheduled for January.

• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Tabled ordinance changes for administration and DNR review
• Tabled John Anshus memorial location and species selection

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a rezoning request, street construction bids, and continued review of the 2023 budget. The council will also discuss selling surplus city items, writing off uncollectible invoices, and adopting a revised employee handbook. A closed session is scheduled to discuss financial support for residential development.

• Java Companies rezoning request for parts of Lots 4 and 8, Block E, Assessment Plat E from R-1 to B-2
• Schneider Avenue and Lookout Road street construction bids
• Proposed WI DOT Functional Classification Street map revisions
• Request to write off 2021 uncollectible invoices and personal property
• Revised City of Menomonie Employee Handbook

The City Council awarded a construction contract for road work and approved several administrative updates, including a revised employee handbook. A rezoning request for the Oak Park Addition was referred to the Plan Commission. No action was taken on the proposed 2023 general fund operating and debt service budgets.

• Awarded $1,248,980.70 contract to Albrightson Excavating, Inc. for Schneider Avenue and Lookout Road construction (unanimous)
• Referred Oak Park Addition rezoning ordinance to the Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Approved revised WI DOT 2022 functional road classification map (unanimous)
• Approved revised city of Menomonie employee handbook (unanimous)
• Approved 2021 invoices and personal property write-offs (unanimous)
• Approved $700 internal budget transfer for Inspection Department printer supplies (unanimous)
• Approved Community Services Department sale of surplus items (unanimous)
• Approved temporary beer license for Menomonie Youth Hockey Association and tobacco license for YN Tobacco, LLC

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will hold a special meeting to review the 2023 General Operating Budget, including agencies receiving other financial assistance, with discussion and possible motions to amend. The agenda also includes routine items such as roll call, minutes approval, public comments, and claims.

• Review of 2023 General Operating Budget
• Discussion and possible motions amending the budget
• Public hearing on the budget
• Claims and licenses

The City Council approved a construction contract for road work and updated the city employee handbook. A rezoning request for the Oak Park Addition was referred to the Plan Commission, and no action was taken on the 2023 general fund budgets.

• Awarded Albrightson Excavating, Inc. a $1,248,980.70 contract for Schneider Avenue and Lookout Road construction (Unanimous)
• Referred Oak Park Addition rezoning ordinance to the Plan Commission (Unanimous)
• Approved revised WI DOT 2022 functional road classification map (Unanimous)
• Approved revised city of Menomonie employee handbook (Unanimous)
• Approved 2021 invoices and personal property write-offs (Unanimous)
• Approved $700 internal budget transfer for Inspection Department printer supplies (Unanimous)
• Approved Community Services Department sale of surplus items (Unanimous)
• Approved temporary beer license for Menomonie Youth Hockey Association and tobacco license for YN Tobacco, LLC

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will conduct interviews for a Lieutenant position, followed by a closed session to discuss personnel matters. No other substantive decisions or discussions are on the agenda.

• Interviews for Lieutenant position

The commission promoted Kissh to the position of Lieutenant and established an eligibility list for future promotions. The commission also designated Ley as Interim President during Ron Sandfort's upcoming absence.

• Promoted Kissh to Lieutenant position
• Created eligibility list for Nessel and McCulloch in that priority order
• Assigned Ley to Interim President position effective December 22, 2022
• Approved September 29, 2022 minutes

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission is holding its regular meeting to discuss old and new business. Key items include an update on the AWOS and Master Plan project, a discussion on airport inspection protocols, and the airport manager's report. No formal action is scheduled for the Common Council, which may be present for information gathering.

• AWOS and Master Plan Project – Update
• Airport Inspection Protocols – Discussion and possible action
• Approval of minutes from September 21, 2022
• Airport Manager's Report
• Future meeting dates and agenda planning

The Commission approved a daily airport checklist developed by Airport Manager Gibson. Members received an update regarding the Bureau of Aeronautics' selection process for the KLUM Master Plan consultant.

• Approved September 21, 2022 minutes
• Approved Airport Daily Checklist developed by Airport Manager Gibson

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to review project updates and discuss several items, including the Stokke Trail grant, the Stout Road project, and a Menomonie Bicycle City application. They will also review the Dunn County Bicycle Route Plan, a proposed sidewalk change at 21st Street and Service Road, and a new trail map sign. No formal action is expected from the Common Council, which may be present for information gathering.

• Stokke Trail Grant update
• Stout Road Project update
• Menomonie Bicycle City application discussion
• Proposed sidewalk change at 21st Street and Service Road intersection
• Proposed new Trail Map Sign review

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will hold a public hearing, take public comments, and discuss certified maps, with possible motions for action. The meeting is largely procedural, including roll call and approval of minutes.

• Public hearing on agenda
• Discussion and possible action on certified maps
• Public comments period

The Plan Commission approved a Certified Survey Map (CSM) to create Lot 1 from existing lots for Nodolf Flory, LLP. The meeting included approval of prior minutes and no public comments or hearings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Lot 1 CSM from Lot 6 CSM 2019 and Lot 1 CSM 1269 for Nodolf Flory, LLP (unanimous)

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting to discuss and potentially approve the 2023 budget, review a DNR Urban Forestry Grant application, and hear updates on fall tree planting, winter pruning zones, and Amur cork tree removals. The agenda also includes discussion of an ash bench project and ordinance/website review.

• 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant Application – update
• 2023 Budget – review and approval
• Fall 2022 Tree Planting Progress – update
• Pruning Zone for 2022/23 Winter – update
• Amur Cork Tree Removals – update

The board approved a motion to request $14,000 for the Urban Forestry Board Budget plus $5,000 for Capital Improvement Fund for 50% matching grant support from the City Council. A 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant application was submitted, with awards ranging from $1,000 to $25,000 requiring a 50/50 match. The board discussed revisions to the Urban Forestry Board Ordinance and an ash bench project, including potential alternative uses for downed ash tree wood. September meeting minutes were approved.

• Approved September 2022 meeting minutes (motion by Cindy Gilberts, seconded by Monika Herrmann).
• Approved motion to request $14,000 for Urban Forestry Board Budget plus $5,000 for CIP for 50% matching grant support from City Council (motion by Cindy Gilberts, seconded by Eric Sutherland).
• Submitted 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant application; response expected in about one month.
• Discussed revisions to Urban Forestry Board Ordinance; Dennis Kropp and Monika Herrmann will continue work and present to board.
• Discussed ash bench project; Mike Morrow will assemble inventory and map of existing ash benches for next meeting.

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will hold a regular meeting with several action items, including a proposed new Tax Increment District #17, a homeless shelter construction agreement, and the preliminary 2023 general fund and debt service budgets. The council will also discuss leases, grants, contracts, and a land donation. The agenda includes public hearings and a closed session.

• Proposed creation of Tax Increment District #17, including project plan and boundaries
• Review of construction management agreement between Stepping Stones of Dunn County, Inc. and Cedar Falls Building Systems, Inc. for NIF homeless shelter grant
• Proposed rental lease with Foundations Therapy, LLC at City Hall
• Proposed 2023 tax collection agreement with Dunn County and animal services contract with Dunn County Humane Society
• Presentation of preliminary 2023 city general fund operating and debt service budgets

The council adopted a resolution creating Tax Incremental District #17 after a failed motion to exclude properties south of Dairyland Road. It also approved a construction management agreement with Cedar Falls Building Systems, Inc. for the NIF homeless shelter project, and authorized a second rental lease with Foundations Therapy. Other actions included ordering two new ambulance chassis, approving a DNR grant application for Point Comfort Park boat ramp improvements, and authorizing a land transfer to Dunn County for a road project.

• Adopted resolution creating Tax Incremental District #17 (8-2)
• Approved Cedar Falls Building Systems construction management agreement for NIF homeless shelter (voice vote)
• Approved Letter of Intent for second rental lease with Foundations Therapy (unanimous)
• Ordered one new $315,000 chassis and one replacement $275,000 2023 Ford ambulance chassis (unanimous)
• Approved successor tax collection agreement with Dunn County (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 contract extension with Dunn County Humane Society (unanimous)
• Authorized land transfer of parcel east of airport to Dunn County for CTH B reconstruction (unanimous)
• Approved $25,600 contract with Public Administration Associates for management recruitment (unanimous)

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with no minutes to approve. The main item is a presentation on Tax Increment District 101, which will be discussed but not voted on. Public hearings and comments are on the agenda, and the meeting is open for in-person participation.

• Presentation on Tax Increment District 101
• Public hearings
• Public comments

The City Council held a special meeting on October 17, 2022, with seven members present. Josh Miller of Cedar Corps and Lynn McIntyre gave a PowerPoint presentation on the process and benefits of Tax Increment Districts and Financing. No public comments were made. The meeting adjourned by motion without any decisions or votes on the presentation.

• Adjourned: Motion by McCullough, seconded by Solberg, carried to adjourn the special meeting

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Menomonie Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public hearing to consider two variance requests. The first is from CAC Property Management for an additional square foot variance on signage at 1501 North Broadway. The second is from Todd Swartz for a lot size variance of 1,288 square feet at 819 7th St. E. The board will take action on these requests after hearing public comment.

• Variance request by CAC Property Management, LLC for additional signage square footage at 1501 North Broadway
• Variance request by Todd Swartz for a 1,288 square foot lot size variance at 819 7th St. E.

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a zoning ordinance amendment for a property to Local Commercial District (B-2). They will also discuss and possibly approve up to $8,902,238 in sewerage system revenue bonds, emergency sewer blower repair bids, a safety consulting agreement, a plan for federal ARPA funds, and funding requests for holiday lighting. The council will also make appointments and may go into closed session to discuss financial support for residential development.

• Public hearing on zoning amendment for Lot 1 of CSM #4658 to B-2 Local Commercial District
• Resolution authorizing up to $8,902,238 sewerage system revenue bonds, series 2022
• Sewer Utility blower system emergency repair bids
• 2023 safety and health consulting agreement with Keeping Safety Simple, LLC
• Funding requests: 3M Club of Menomonie (Wolske Bay park) and Christmas Miracle-Winter Wonderland (holiday lighting)

The council unanimously adopted a zoning amendment for a lot to Local Commercial District (B2), authorized up to $8,902,238 in sewerage system revenue bonds, and approved a $163,905 emergency repair contract for a blower unit at the wastewater plant. It also approved $50,000 in ARPA funds for holiday decorations at two parks, a one-year safety consulting contract extension, and several budget transfers. No action was taken on the ARPA preliminary plan or on a closed-session discussion about financial support for private residential development.

• Adopted zoning amendment for Lot 1 of CSM #4658 to Local Commercial District (B2) (unanimous)
• Authorized issuance of up to $8,902,238 sewerage system revenue bonds (unanimous)
• Approved $163,905 emergency contract to B&B/Altronex for Blower Unit #1 replacement at WWTP (unanimous)
• Approved one-year contract extension with Keeping Safe Simple, LLC for $21,504 (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 in ARPA funds for holiday decorating expansion in Wolske Bay Park (unanimous)
• Approved $25,000 in ARPA funds for Christmas Miracle Winter Wonderland expansion (unanimous)
• Approved mayoral appointment of Eric Brey as alternate to Board of Zoning Appeals (unanimous)
• Approved $1,000 and $81.17 budget transfers for Recreation and IT departments (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will conduct an interview for a Patrol Officer. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personnel matters under Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(c).

• Interview for Patrol Officer
• Closed session regarding personnel matters

The Police and Fire Commission approved background checks for five police officer applicants: Mason Dallman, Isaac Norman, Dane Weiland, Christian Cortez, and Savannah Anderson. The commission also approved minutes from the September 14 meeting and discussed scheduling a lieutenant promotion interview in mid-October. The meeting included a closed session and adjourned at 2:38 p.m.

• Approved background checks for Mason Dallman, Isaac Norman, Dane Weiland, Christian Cortez, and Savannah Anderson
• Approved September 14 meeting minutes
• Scheduled lieutenant promotion interview for mid-October

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution recommending the proposed boundary and project plan for Tax Increment District #17. The commission will also discuss a proposed zoning ordinance amendment to rezone Lot 1 of CSM #4658 to Local Commercial District (B-2), and review various certified maps.

• Public hearing on proposed boundary and project plan for Tax Increment District #17
• Resolution 2022-01 recommending TID #17 boundary and approving project plan
• Zoning amendment for Lot 1 of CSM #4658, Volume 23, Page 98, Document 3646197 to B-2 Local Commercial District
• Review of various certified maps

The Plan Commission voted 6-1 to recommend approval of Tax Incremental District #17 project plan and boundary map, and unanimously recommended City Council approval of a zoning ordinance for Lot 1 of CSM #4658 (Lindstrom Equipment) to Local Commercial District B-2. No public comments were made on either item.

• Approved Resolution #1 recommending TID #17 project plan and boundary map (6-1)
• Favorably recommended City Council approval of Lot 1 of CSM #4658 (Lindstrom Equipment) zoning to B-2 (unanimous)

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting to discuss routine business, including reviewing a 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant application, updates on fall 2022 tree planting, and progress on replacing the Urban Forester position. The agenda also includes public comments, approval of minutes, and discussion of invasive species and other forestry concerns.

• Review of 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant Application
• Fall 2022 Tree Planting Progress update
• Urban Forestry Position Replacement Progress discussion
• Amur Cork Tree update
• Future Invasive Species discussion

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board unanimously endorsed the 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant Application. The board also approved the August minutes, discussed website rebranding, and received updates on tree removal and invasive species. No other formal decisions were made.

• Endorsed 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant Application (unanimous)
• Approved August 2022 minutes (motion passed)

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss old and new business, including updates on the AWOS and Master Plan project, airport inspection protocols, the 2023 airport budget, and FAA approval of 100LL fuel. Public comments will be heard, and minutes from the previous meeting will be approved. No formal action is scheduled.

• AWOS and Master Plan Project – Update
• Airport Inspection Protocols – Discussion
• 2023 Airport Budget
• FAA Approval of 100LL – Update & Discussion
• Approval of Minutes – August 24, 2022

The Menomonie Airport Commission approved the 2023 Airport Budget as presented. The Master Plan Project remains under solicitation by the Bureau of Aeronautics. A draft Inspection Protocols Checklist was introduced for review but no action was taken. A noise complaint from a nearby homeowner was noted.

• Approved Airport 2023 Budget as presented (unanimous)
• Approved August 24, 2022 minutes by consensus
• Introduced draft Inspection Protocols Checklist for review, no action taken

City Council

The Menomonie City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including proposed funding for the Chippewa-St Croix Rail Commission, a 2022 Urban Forestry DNR Grant application, and an engineering agreement for phosphorus modeling. They will also consider a vehicle damage reimbursement claim, a resolution recognizing retiring LWM employees, special event requests, and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Proposed funding support to the Chippewa-St Croix Rail Commission
• Proposed 2022 Urban Forestry DNR Grant application
• Review of Phosphorus modeling engineering agreement
• Vehicle damage reimbursement claim from Julie & Brad Aasen
• Special event requests: Trick or Treating on Broadway & Main (Oct 28, 2022) and Get It Dunn Run (June 10, 2023)

The council unanimously approved $3,000 from the contingency fund for the Chippewa-St. Croix Rail Commission to hire a consultant for a Market Sounding event. It also authorized a 2022 Urban Forestry DNR Grant application, approved a contract with Cedar Corporation for a stormwater plan, disallowed a vehicle damage claim, and approved special events and mayoral appointments. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved $3,000 from contingency fund for Chippewa-St. Croix Rail Commission consultant (unanimous)
• Authorized 2022 Urban Forestry DNR Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved contract with Cedar Corporation for TMDL MS4 Stormwater Plan (unanimous)
• Disallowed vehicle damage claim by Julie & Brad Aasen (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution recognizing retiring League of Wisconsin Municipality employees (unanimous)
• Approved special events: Trick or Treating Oct 28, 2022 and Get it Dunn Run June 10, 2023 (unanimous)
• Approved mayoral appointments: Larry Feiler to Board of Zoning Appeals, Cassandra Weber to Housing Authority Board (unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims totaling $82,660.23 and parking utility claims of $7,217.78 (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission is meeting to conduct an interview for the Fire Department Captain position. The body will also hold a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Interview for Fire Department Captain position
• Closed session regarding personnel matters

The Police and Fire Commission voted to promote Brady Bleskacek to Fire Captain and approved a one-year eligibility list for the position, ranking Josh Romsos second and Michael Christian third. The meeting included a closed session to interview candidates for the captain position.

• Promoted Brady Bleskacek to Fire Captain (unanimous)
• Established eligibility list for Captain: Josh Romsos ranked 2nd, Michael Christian ranked 3rd, valid for one year

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss and possibly vote on several items, including a temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County, a 2023 water utility rate case application, a real estate listing contract for City Hall, and a special event request for the high school homecoming parade. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss administrative staff succession.

• Temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County, Inc. at 1602 Stout Road
• Proposed Water Utility 2023 Rate Case application to the Public Service Commission
• Proposed City Hall real estate listing contract with The Ellefson Group
• Special event request for Menomonie High School Homecoming Parade on September 30, 2022
• Love's Travel Plaza Class 'A' retail license application

The council approved a Class A retail liquor license for Love's Travel Stop at 5930 Badger Drive by a 5-3 vote, with members Yonko, Erdman, and Schlough opposed. They also approved a separate Class A beer and cider license for the same property unanimously. Additionally, the council approved a water utility rate case application with a 4% return, a contract extension with The Ellefson Group, and a temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County.

• Approved the minutes of the August 15, 2022 council meeting.
• Approved a 90-day temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County, Inc. at 1602 Stout Road through November 2022.
• Approved submission of the Water Utility 2023 Rate Case application to the Public Service Commission at a 4% rate of return.
• Approved a one-year contract extension with The Ellefson Group, LLC through September 2023.
• Approved the Menomonie High School special events request for the Homecoming Parade on September 30, 2022.
• Approved payment of claims totaling $240,782.99 for the city and $1,125.00 for the parking utility.
• Approved the amended normal license list, excluding the Love's Travel Stop retail alcohol license application.
• Approved Love's Travel Stop Class A beer and cider license (unanimous) and Class A liquor license (5-3) for 5930 Badger Drive.

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main items are updates on the AWOS and Master Plan projects, and a closed-session review of the Managing Fixed Base Operator's performance, with possible action afterward in open session.

• Update on AWOS and Master Plan Project
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) to discuss Managing Fixed Base Operator Performance Review
• Possible action on FBO performance review after returning to open session
• Approval of July 20, 2022 minutes
• Public comments

The Menomonie Airport Commission met on August 24, 2022, but took no substantive decisions. Public comments were heard in support of Darrel Gibson and Gibson Aviation, and the Airport Manager reported safety incidents without commission action. The meeting included approval of prior minutes and a closed session with no action taken.

• Approved July 20, 2022 minutes by voice vote
• Approved move into Closed Session by voice vote
• Approved move into Open Session by voice vote
• Approved adjournment by voice vote

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting to handle routine business, including accepting minutes and discussing volunteer hours. They will also review ideas for canopy preservation, discuss the 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant application, and get an update on where trees will be planted in 2022. The board may also consider changing its monthly meeting time to 1:00 pm.

• Discussion of 2023 DNR Urban Forestry Grant application
• Update on locations of trees to be planted in 2022
• Review of canopy preservation ideas
• Possible change of monthly meeting time to 1:00 pm
• Acceptance of July 20, 2022 minutes

Parking Utility

The Parking Utility is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on parking meter rates, locations, and signage. Members of the Common Council may be present to gather information, though they will not take formal action.

• Review of parking meter rates, locations, and signage

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss and possibly approve several items, including a grant agreement for the Stepping Stones Homeless Shelter, an ordinance raising downtown parking rates to $1.00/hour, the purchase of 3.39 acres near Riverside Park, and sewer slip lining bids. The meeting also includes routine items like minutes, claims, and appointments.

• Proposed ARPA-NIF-137 grant agreement and MOU with Stepping Stones of Dunn County Inc. for homeless shelter
• Ordinance amendment increasing central business district hourly parking rate to $1.00/hour
• Proposed purchase of 3.39 acres east of CTH P and west of Riverside Park
• Review of Sewer Utility Stout Road/Broadway sewer slip lining bids
• Budget transfers including yearend 2021 transfers

The council unanimously adopted an ordinance increasing the hourly parking rate to $1.00 for credit card supported electronic meters. It also approved a state ARPA grant agreement, a Memorandum of Understanding, and an administrative services agreement with Stepping Stones of Dunn County Inc. for homeless shelter and neighborhood investment funds. Additionally, the council approved the purchase of a 3.39-acre parcel for $15,600 and awarded a sewer slip lining project bid for $214,760.

• Adopted Title 6-4-1 ordinance increasing hourly parking rate to $1.00 for credit card meters (unanimous)
• Approved State of WI ARPA-NIF-137 grant agreement with Stepping Stones Homeless Shelter (unanimous)
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Stepping Stones for Neighborhood Investment funds (unanimous)
• Approved Administrative Services Agreement for grant administration with Stepping Stones and West Central WI RPC (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of parcel 1725122813270060011 (3.39 acres) for $15,600 (unanimous roll call)
• Awarded Stout Road and Broadway sewer slip lining project bid to Visu-Sewer for $214,760 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved $2,000 budget transfer for Recreation Department from Contingency Account (unanimous roll call)
• Approved year-end 2021 budget transfers as presented (unanimous roll call)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission approved the July 26, 2022 minutes and discussed an ongoing background check on a police applicant. In new business, they interviewed four EMT/firefighter applicants. In closed session, they directed Chief Klass to conduct background checks on Seth Loberg and Matthew Goodrum.

• Approved July 26, 2022 meeting minutes
• Directed background checks on Seth Loberg and Matthew Goodrum

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will hold its regular meeting, including public hearings and comments. Key items include a proposed sewer utility vehicle bid amendment, several event requests, a lease amendment with Beton-Stahl, Inc., and a review of the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom for viewing.

• Proposed Sewer Utility vehicle bid amendment award
• Event request from Loparex LLC-Hammond for food sales and amplified music in Wakanda Park on August 20, 2022
• Event request from Knights of Columbus for parking restrictions on Midway Road for a fundraising concert
• Proposed lease amendment with Beton-Stahl, Inc. for additional rental space in City Hall
• Review of the 2023-2027 Capital Improvement Program

The Menomonie City Council approved the 2023-2027 Capital Improvements Program, along with several special event requests, a lease amendment, budget transfers, and claims payments. All motions passed unanimously, with no public comments or hearings.

• Approved 2023-2027 Capital Improvements Program (unanimous)
• Approved $1,005 increase for Sewer Utility vehicle, total $35,005 (unanimous)
• Approved Loparex, LLC – Hammond special event request (unanimous)
• Approved Knights of Columbus special event request (unanimous)
• Approved Beton-Stahl, Inc. lease amendment for City Hall space (unanimous)
• Approved $700 Recreation and $2,160 IT budget transfers (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $159,886.18 and parking utility claims of $15,802.86 (unanimous)

Tourism Board

The Menomonie Tourism Commission is meeting to approve prior minutes and receive quarterly room tax reports. The commission will discuss the Chamber's budget, monthly financial statements, 2022 budget, and short-term rental (STR) reports, with possible action. An update on the Sculpture Tour is also on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from February 2, 2022 and May 25, 2022
• Quarterly room tax reports from the City
• Chamber budget and monthly financial statements discussion
• 2022 budget and short-term rental (STR) reports
• Sculpture Tour update

The Menomonie Tourism Commission approved the February and May 2022 meeting minutes and the chamber reports as presented. They reviewed six sculpture locations with no concerns, and discussed the $150,000 DMO grant award process. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine approvals.

• Approved Feb 2 and May 25, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approved chamber reports as presented

Police & Fire Commission

This meeting has no agenda available; it appears to be procedural only. The public is directed to review the minutes for any actions taken.

The Police and Fire Commission approved the June 28, 2022 meeting minutes and then moved into closed session to interview a Firefighter/EMT candidate. After returning to open session, the commission voted to extend conditional employment to Dylan Gorres. The meeting adjourned at 11:15 a.m.

• Approved June 28, 2022 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session for candidate interview (unanimous)
• Returned to open session (unanimous)
• Directed conditional employment to Dylan Gorres (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly approve the 2023-2027 Capital Improvements Program and review various certified maps. Public hearings and comments are scheduled before these discussions. The meeting is primarily for discussion and possible action on these items.

• Review of 2023-2027 Capital Improvements Program
• Review of various certified maps
• Public hearings and public comments

The Plan Commission approved a certified survey map splitting Lot 30 of Wagner Addition into two lots, and favorably recommended the 2023-2027 Capital Improvements Program to the City Council. No public hearing or comments were held. The meeting was procedural with no other substantive decisions.

• Approved Bryant/Salter and Gauger CSM splitting Lot 30 Wagner Addition into two lots
• Favorably recommended 2023-2027 Capital Improvements Program to City Council

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to discuss updates on several local projects, including 2nd Street pedestrian improvements, the Stokke Trail grant request, and the Stout Road project. They will also review and potentially approve a trail map, discuss a Menomonie Bicycle City application, and consider updates to the Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan. No formal action is expected from the Common Council, which may be present for information gathering.

• 2nd Street Pedestrian Improvements update
• Stokke Trail Grant Request update
• Stout Road Project update
• Trail Map Review/Approval
• Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan update discussion

The Menomonie Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the January 24, 2022 minutes. They received updates on 2022 projects, including replaced 2nd St crossings, a DNR grant for Junction Trail repaving, and ongoing Stout Road improvements. The committee reviewed the city bicycle map with no changes and discussed concerns about trail conditions and sidewalk connectivity. No formal decisions were made beyond the minutes approval.

• Approved Jan 24, 2022 meeting minutes (motion passed)

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting for a regular session. The agenda includes public comments, announcements, and reports from the urban forester and city council. Key discussion items include updates on the city tree canopy inventory and locations for tree planting, as well as ideas for canopy preservation.

• Discussion of city tree canopy inventory update
• Update on locations of trees to be planted
• Discussion of canopy preservation ideas
• Dunn County Fair booth discussion
• Acceptance of minutes from June 15, 2022

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting with roll call, public comments, and approval of minutes. The main business is an update on the AWOS and Master Plan project under old business, with no formal action expected on new items.

• AWOS and Master Plan project update
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2022
• Airport Manager's report
• Future meeting dates and agenda planning

The Menomonie Airport Commission met on July 20, 2022, and accepted the April 27, 2022 minutes by consensus. No substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments, a report on equipment replacements, and a discussion of the KLUM Master Plan process.

• Accepted April 27, 2022 minutes by consensus

City Council

This is a regular City Council meeting with a standard agenda including roll call, minutes approval, public hearings, public comments, new business, claims, licenses, and a closed session. No specific items are detailed in the agenda, so it appears to be mostly procedural.

• Public hearings are scheduled (no details provided)
• Claims and licenses will be considered
• Closed session is on the agenda

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will hold public hearings and comments, then discuss and possibly approve several new business items, including special events from UW-Stout, an amendment to a lease adding a co-tenant, appointments to boards and commissions, and budget transfers. The meeting is open to the public in person or via Zoom for viewing only.

• UW-Stout special events: Move-in-Week (Aug 27 – Sept 4, 2022), Soapbox Derby (Oct 4, 2022), Homecoming Parade (Oct 8, 2022), Flags, Banners, and Crosswalk Painting (Oct 8-14, 2022)
• Amendment to Foundations Therapy, LLC lease to add Thrive Psychological and Consulting Services, LLC as co-tenant
• Appointments to various Boards and Commissions including Municipal Library Board
• Budget transfers
• Normal license list and 2022-2023 renewals

The Menomonie City Council approved UW-Stout special event requests, a lease amendment for City Hall space with Foundations Therapy and Thrive Psychological, and Municipal Library Board appointments. It also approved budget transfers for water and sewer utilities, $272,020.47 in claims, and several licenses. All decisions were unanimous except where noted.

• Approved UW-Stout special event requests as presented (unanimous)
• Approved lease amendment for City Hall space with Foundations Therapy, LLC and Thrive Psychological and Consulting Services, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Municipal Library Board appointments of John Grape, Sara Huhmann, and Dayle Mandelson through June 2025 (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfers: $2,000 for Water Utility dehumidifier replacement and $6,500 for Sewer Utility manhole repair (unanimous roll call)
• Approved claims totaling $183,794.73 and parking utility claims totaling $88,225.74 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved temporary Class B beer license for Menomonie Sunrise Rotary Club (Airfest and Autorama, 08/06/22)
• Approved temporary Class B wine license for Stepping Stones of Dunn County (Beat Concert, 09/19/2022)
• Approved annual licenses for beer/wine, mobile home park, secondhand articles, taxi, and tobacco as listed

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to interview candidates for patrol officer positions and elect officers. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss personnel matters.

• Interviews for Patrol Officer candidates
• Election of officers
• Closed session regarding personnel matters

The Menomonie Police and Fire Commission met on June 28, 2022, and approved the minutes from the March 3 meeting. Commissioner Ron Sandfort was reelected as Commission President. The commission went into closed session and took no action there. After returning to open session, they directed the police chief to conduct background checks on Jake Boyette and Jordan Wold. The meeting adjourned at 1:25 PM.

• Approved minutes of March 3, 2022 meeting
• Reelected Ron Sandfort as Commission President
• Directed police chief to conduct background checks on Jake Boyette and Jordan Wold

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will hold its regular meeting with several action items, including reviewing the Sewer Utility 2021 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report, considering special event permits for local organizations, approving police software contracts funded by a federal grant, and acting on liquor license applications. The council will also discuss the potential purchase of public property in closed session.

• Review of Sewer Utility 2021 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report
• Special events: Menomonie Alliance Church at Lakeside Park (July 16), Menomonie Blue Caps Vintage Baseball Festival at Phalen Park (June 25-26), Police National Night Out at Cedar Corp. parking lot (Aug 2)
• Police software contracts with Cordata, Central Square, and Homeland Security Solutions using COSSAP grant funding
• Class B liquor/beer license for Cobblestone Inn & Suites at 149 Main Street East
• Class A liquor/beer license for Junction Liquor at 2521 Hils Ct., Suite F

The Menomonie City Council approved numerous annual liquor, beer, wine, and other licenses for 2022-2023, but denied the Cobblestone Inn & Suites' application for a Class B beer and liquor license on a 3-5 roll call vote. The council also approved police software contracts, a sewer compliance report, special events, and claims payments, and held a closed session with no action taken.

• Approved 2021 Sewer Utility Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved special events from Menomonie Alliance Church, Blue Caps, and Police Department (unanimous)
• Approved police software contracts with Cordata, Central Square, and Homeland (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Fire Department surplus equipment sale (unanimous)
• Approved Sommerfeld to Board of Review (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $59,867.06 and parking utility claims of $3,593.14 (unanimous roll call)
• Denied Cobblestone Inn & Suites Class B beer/liquor license (3-5 roll call)
• Approved Junction Liquor Class A liquor/beer license (unanimous)

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting to discuss routine updates and ongoing projects. Key items include an update on the emerald ash borer, a city tree canopy inventory, and a stump removal update. The board will also introduce a new member and discuss a booth at the Dunn County Fair.

• Emerald Ash Borer update
• City Tree Canopy Inventory update
• Stump removal update
• LCIP Project by Galloway Creek update
• Introduction of new Urban Forestry member Monika Hermann

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board approved the minutes from May and welcomed Monika Herrmann as a new board member, with her appointment already approved by the City Council. The board discussed the emerald ash borer (EAB) situation, noting a small infested tree was removed and plans to treat all trees every two years. No formal decisions were made on the Galloway Creek LCIP project, which has slowed, or on other agenda items.

• Approved May meeting minutes (motion by Kropp, second by Gilberts)
• Welcomed Monika Herrmann as new board member (City Council approved)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Gilberts, second by Schendel)

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting with public comments, approval of minutes, and updates on the AWOS and Master Plan project. The agenda is largely procedural, with no formal action items listed.

• AWOS and Master Plan Project update
• Approval of minutes from April 27, 2022
• Public comments
• Airport Manager's report

City Council

The Menomonie City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly approve several items, including a temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County, a sculpture tour, a Lions Club park improvement project, special events, a community garden expansion, a City Hall contract, and a water department truck bid. The agenda also includes appointments and budget transfers.

• Temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County, Inc. at 1602 Stout Road
• Proposed Menomonie Lions Club Memorial Wakanda Park improvement project
• Special events: Wakanda Open disc golf tournament (Aug 20-21, 2022), Main Street Mingle block party (June 25, 2022), Rally in the Alley (Aug 4, 2022)
• Proposed City Hall contract with Bartingale Mechanical, Inc. for air handling and controller equipment upgrades
• Review of Water Department truck bids

The Menomonie City Council approved several agenda items, including the Tourism Commission's proposed sculpture tour, the Menomonie Lions Club Memorial Wakanda Park improvement project, and the Wakanda Open disc golf tournament. They also approved a contract for City Hall air handling upgrades, a utility truck purchase, and various licenses and claims.

• Approved sculpture tour from Tourism Commission (unanimous)
• Approved Lions Club Memorial Wakanda Park improvement project (unanimous)
• Approved Wakanda Open disc golf tournament at Wakanda and Brickyard courses (unanimous)
• Approved Main Street Mingle block party and Rally in the Alley (unanimous)
• Approved Community Garden 10-year agreement and 0.5 acre extension (unanimous)
• Approved Bartingale Mechanical contract for City Hall upgrades, not to exceed $53,200 (unanimous)
• Approved bid award to Northtown Ford for utility truck, $32,950 (roll call, Schlough no)
• Approved temporary beer and wine licenses for Menomonie Baseball Association and Downtown Wine Walk (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a proposed sculpture tour and various certified maps. The meeting includes roll call, approval of minutes, public comments, and possible recommendations on these items.

• Proposed Sculpture Tour Participation and Placement Options – discussion and possible recommendation
• Review of various certified maps – discussion and possible motions of action

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Menomonie Board of Zoning Appeals will hold a public meeting to consider two requests: a conditional use permit for an automobile service and repair facility, and a lot size variance. Both items are up for decision at this meeting.

• Conditional use permit request by Hook-n-Go at 1710 Stout Road for automobile service and repair facility
• Lot size variance request by Tim Williamson at 902 Main Street

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request from Brick Ventures to convert part of their building into an inside self-storage facility. The proposal seeks a conditional use permit to install up to 200 separate units.

• Conditional use permit request for mini-storage facility at 1501 North Broadway

Tourism Board

The Menomonie Tourism Commission is meeting to review quarterly room tax reports from the city and hear chamber reports, including the 2022 budget, monthly financial statements, and short-term rental (STR) reports. The chamber reports may lead to discussion and a possible motion for action. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering roll call, minutes approval, other business, and announcements.

• Quarterly room tax reports from the city
• Chamber budget and monthly financial statements for 2022
• Short-term rental (STR) reports
• Possible motion on chamber reports

The Menomonie Tourism Commission met on May 25, 2022, but took no substantive decisions. A motion to approve the February 2, 2022 minutes was retracted due to an incorrect date, and both February and May minutes will be approved at the July meeting. The commission accepted chamber reports as presented and discussed future items like bike/kayak rentals, a sculpture tour, and partnering with Visit Eau Claire, but no votes were taken on these topics.

• Retracted motion to approve February 2, 2022 minutes (date error)
• Deferred approval of February and May minutes to July 27, 2022 meeting
• Accepted chamber reports as presented
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly vote on the proposed Menomonie Lions Memorial Wakanda Park improvement project, and to review various certified maps. The agenda also includes public hearings, public comments, and approval of the previous meeting's minutes.

• Proposed Menomonie Lions Memorial Wakanda Park improvement project – discussion and possible motion approving
• Review of various certified maps – discussion and possible motions of action
• Public hearings
• Public comments
• Approval of minutes from April 25, 2022

The Plan Commission voted 4-1 to recommend City Council approval of the proposed Lions Club Memorial improvements in Wakanda Park. The project includes a new sculpture, benches, and flag poles, with maintenance by the Lions Club and replacement trees for two removed pines. Commissioner Martinson abstained due to his Lions Club membership.

• Approved minutes of April 23, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve Lions Club Memorial Wakanda Park improvements (4-1, Martinson abstained)

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting to discuss routine updates, including the city tree canopy inventory and stump removal progress. The agenda also includes announcements, public comments, and a report from the City Council. No major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• Update on LCIP Project by Galloway Creek
• Discussion on Urban Forestry Board opening
• Stump removal update
• City tree canopy inventory update
• Acceptance of minutes from April 20, 2022

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board approved the April minutes and discussed the Galloway Creek LCIP project, noting progress on invasive species removal and future plans for a trail and pedestrian bridge. The board also acknowledged an open seat and received updates on stump removal and city council actions.

• Approved April minutes (motion by Kropp, seconded by Schendel)
• Discussed Galloway Creek LCIP project progress and future trail/bridge plans
• Noted open board seat; recommendations to be submitted to Mayor Randy Knaack
• Received update on stump removal: city crew handles small stumps, Shackleton Tree Service contract for larger stumps
• Heard city council report: two new board members attended, Sutherland reappointed, two street festivals approved, Stout Road Project prep continues

City Council

The City Council will discuss several new business items including road resurfacing, employee wage adjustments, and holiday decoration purchases. The agenda also includes special event requests for upcoming local festivals.

• Review of State/Municipal Agreement to resurface parts of 21 Avenue St East and Bongey Drive
• Special event requests for Mustang Stampede (June 17-19, 2022) and Menomonie Airfest and Autorama (August 6, 2022)
• Proposed purchase of replacement holiday decorations
• Proposed non-represented hourly employee wage and summer work schedule adjustments
• Proposed cooperative agreement for 2023 Clean Sweep Hazardous Waste event

The Menomonie City Council approved a 2% wage increase for non-represented hourly employees effective July 1, 2022, and authorized a state agreement for road resurfacing on 21st Avenue and 5th Street East. The council also approved special event requests, holiday decorations, a border development map, and a Clean Sweep agreement. All decisions were unanimous.

• Approved 2% wage increase for non-represented hourly employees effective July 1, 2022 (unanimous)
• Authorized State/Municipal Agreement for FY22 STP-Urban BIL 2022 road resurfacing on 21st Avenue and 5th Street East (unanimous)
• Approved special event requests for Menomonie Airfest, Autorama, and Mustang Stampede (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of 16 holiday decorations for $11,871.56 from Holiday Outdoor Décor (unanimous)
• Approved Town of Red Cedar/Town of Menomonie and City of Menomonie border development map (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 Clean Sweep Cooperative Agreement and supporting resolution (unanimous)
• Approved summer work schedule adjustment from Memorial Day through Labor Day (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $69,177.96 and parking utility claims totaling $3,618.72 (unanimous)

Parking Utility

The Parking Utility will meet to discuss a quote from IPS Group for new parking meters. The body may take action on this item during the meeting.

• Review of IPS Group quote for new parking meters

The Menomonie Parking Utility Commission approved the purchase of 12 pay-by-plate kiosks and 20 card/cash meters through IPS, with existing card/cash meters to be relocated to the Central Business District. The commission also discussed hourly meter pricing recommendations but took no action. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Approved purchase of 12 pay-by-plate kiosks and 20 card/cash meters via IPS (motion carried)
• Approved relocation of existing card/cash parking meters to Central Business District (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of April 19, 2022 meeting (motion carried)
• Discussed hourly meter pricing recommendations; no action taken

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will consider annexing the Lindstrom Alliance, LLC property at E6091 578 Cedar and establishing temporary Local Commercial District (B-2) zoning, with possible adoption and referral to the Plan Commission. The council will also discuss and possibly approve a development agreement with the Greater Menomonie Development Corporation for a phase III virtual spec building digital tool, a leasing contract with Foundations Therapy, LLC for City Hall space, and a Street Light/Lamp Replacement Grant application. Other items include appointments to boards and commissions, budget transfers, claims, and licenses.

• Proposed ordinance annexing Lindstrom Alliance, LLC (E6091 578 Cedar) and establishing temporary B-2 zoning
• Development agreement with Greater Menomonie Development Corporation for phase III virtual spec building digital tool
• Leasing contract with Foundations Therapy, LLC for rental space in City Hall
• Street Light/Lamp Replacement Grant application
• Appointments to Historic Preservation Commission, Tourism Commission, and Housing Authority

The City Council unanimously adopted an ordinance annexing Lindstrom Alliance, LLC property at E6091 578th Ave (Town of Red Cedar) and establishing temporary Local Commercial District (B-2) zoning. The council also approved a development agreement with GMDC for a Phase III Virtual Spec Building Development Tool, a letter of intent with Foundations Therapy for City Hall rental space, a street light replacement grant application, and several appointments. Claims totaling $26,485.41 and temporary beer licenses were approved.

• Adopted ordinance annexing Lindstrom Alliance property and establishing B-2 zoning (unanimous)
• Approved development agreement with GMDC for Phase III Virtual Spec Building Development Tool (unanimous)
• Approved letter of intent with Foundations Therapy, LLC for rental space on third floor of City Hall (unanimous)
• Approved Street Light/Lamp Replacement Grant application (unanimous)
• Approved reappointments to Historic Preservation Commission and appointments to Tourism Commission and Housing Authority (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $17,542.55 and parking utility claims totaling $8,942.86 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved temporary Class B beer licenses for Red Cedar Racing Association, Menomonie Baseball Association, and Wakanda Park Diamonds Concession Stand

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve March minutes and discuss the AWOS and Master Plan Project. The agenda includes a review of business expansion and future meeting planning. No specific dollar amounts or new ordinances are listed in the provided text.

• Approval of Minutes from March 23, 2022
• Update on AWOS and Master Plan Project
• Review and discussion of business expansion

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss project updates for the Stokke Trail Grant Request, Stout Road Project, and 2nd Street Pedestrian Improvements. The committee will also review the trail map and discuss the Menomonie Bicycle City Application.

• 2nd Street Pedestrian Improvements update
• Stokke Trail Grant Request update
• Stout Road Project update
• Trail Map Review/Approval
• Menomonie Bicycle City Application discussion

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will hold public hearings and comments, then discuss possible future town/city border development plans and review various certified maps, with possible motions for action. The meeting is open in person or via Zoom.

• Public hearings and public comments
• Discussion and possible motion on future town/city border development plans
• Review of various certified maps with possible motions
• Approval of minutes from March 28, 2022

The Plan Commission approved three certified survey maps (CSMs) for property divisions, including one for Chen, one for MAS Properties, and one for city-owned land. It also favorably recommended the Town/City Proposed Development Map and border development definitions to the City Council. No public hearing or comments were held, and the commission will return to in-person meetings starting May 2022.

• Approved Chen CSM creating Lot 1 from Lots 17 & 18 of Birchwood Hills First Addition
• Approved MAS Properties, LLC CSM creating Lots 3, 4, and 5 south of Hofland Road (CTH P) and west of Paradise Valley Road
• Approved City of Menomonie CSM creating Lots 1, 2, 3 and Outlot 1 for city-owned property north of 650th Avenue and west of 59th Street NW
• Favorably recommended Town/City Proposed Development Map and definitions dated March 17, 2022 to City Council

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting to discuss routine updates and plan upcoming events. Key items include finalizing Arbor Day celebration plans, a bench dedication at Wilson Park, and updates on the city tree canopy inventory and stump removal. The meeting is procedural, with no major decisions or contracts on the agenda.

• Bench Dedication – May 7, 2022, 1:00 pm, Wilson Park
• Finalize Arbor Day Celebration Plans and Brochure
• LCIP Project by Galloway Creek – Update
• City Tree Canopy Inventory – Update
• Stump Removal – Update

Parking Utility

The Parking Utility will discuss on-street and lot parking designations and delivery methods. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding monthly rates and permittee upcharging.

• Review of on-street and lot parking designations, uses, and delivery methods
• Review of monthly rates and upcharging by permittees

The Menomonie Parking Utility Commission approved several actions, including obtaining pricing for new parking equipment, adopting a revised 24-hour parking proposal, and increasing annual permit fees. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved obtaining pricing through IPS for 12 new kiosks, 20 new meters, and relocating existing credit card meters to the Central Business District
• Approved revised '24-Hour Parking' proposal as presented by Treasurer/Comptroller's Office
• Increased Annual Day Permits to $350/year
• Increased Annual 24-Hour (Overnight) permits to $450/year
• Eliminated current 10% discounted rate

City Council

This is the annual organizational meeting where the City Council will elect a council president, confirm mayoral appointments, and appoint council and citizen representatives to various boards and commissions. It also includes designating the official newspaper and appointing the city attorney. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Election of Council President
• Appointment of council representatives to 16 boards/commissions including Plan Commission, Board of Review, and Library Board
• Appointment of citizen representative to Plan Commission (mayoral designee, 2-year term)
• Confirmation of Weed Commissioner appointment
• Designation of Official Newspaper and appointment of City Attorney

City Council

The Menomonie City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including a petition to annex property owned by Lindstrom Alliance, LLC, an ordinance to remove parking on Elm Avenue East, a DNR Recreational Trails grant application, and contracts for pedestrian crossing repairs. The agenda also includes special event requests, a sewer utility study, street lighting purchases, appointments, and budget transfers.

• Annexation petition for Lindstrom Alliance, LLC property (E6091 4th Avenue, Town of Red Cedar)
• Ordinance amendment removing parking 200 feet east of Broadway at Elm Avenue East
• Resolution authorizing DNR Recreational Trails program grant application
• Emergency repairs contract for two downtown pedestrian crossings
• Purchase of replacement street lighting fixtures including globes

Board of Zoning Appeals

The Board of Zoning Appeals will consider a request from Hook-n-Go, located at 1710 Stout Road. The request seeks permission to operate an automobile sale and service facility, including automobile repair and the storage of one tow truck.

• Conditional use permit request for auto sale, service, and repair at 1710 Stout Road

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will review and possibly approve a list of 2022 special event requests, including street closures and free meter parking periods. The council will also discuss and possibly act on a proposed Fire Department memorandum of understanding with Local 1697 regarding residency and lateral transfers, and a Fire/EMS agreement for statewide urban search and rescue participation. Other items include a professional services agreement for a Wakanda Waterpark aquatic evaluation and appointments to boards and commissions.

• Special event requests: Main Street of Menomonie (Ladies Night Out, Rally in the Alley, Downtown Wine Walk, Historic Beer Walk, Winterdaze Parade, etc.)
• Free city meter parking: summer (May 30-Aug 19, 2022) and winter (Dec 13, 2022-Jan 13, 2023)
• Proposed Fire Department MOU with Local 1697 on residency and lateral transfers
• Proposed Fire/EMS agreement with Dept. of Military Affairs for urban search and rescue team
• Proposed professional services agreement with Water Technology, Inc. for Wakanda Waterpark aquatic evaluation

The Menomonie City Council approved all 2022 special event requests, a memorandum of understanding with the fire union, an emergency response agreement, a waterpark evaluation contract, and several commission appointments. It also approved budget transfers, claims, and a temporary beer license. All decisions were made by motion and carried, with no votes against recorded.

• Approved all 2022 Special Event requests (motion carried)
• Approved MOU with IAFF Local 1697 on lateral transfers and residency (motion carried)
• Approved Urban Search and Rescue Emergency Response Agreement with State of Wisconsin (motion carried)
• Approved $7,500 contract with Water Technology, Inc. for Wakanda Waterpark evaluation (motion carried)
• Approved Mayor's appointments to Police/Fire, Tourism, and Airport Commissions (unanimous)
• Approved $3,500 Water Utility budget transfer for air compressor at Well #4 (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $134,057.88 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved temporary Class B beer license for Dunn County Historical Society (motion carried)

Tourism Board

The Menomonie Tourism Commission is meeting to review quarterly room tax reports, get updates on the Wisconsin Governor's Conference on Tourism, and discuss the Chamber's budget and monthly financial statements, including 2022 budget and short-term rental (STR) reports. A possible motion of action may follow the discussion. The agenda is otherwise routine, covering minutes, announcements, and adjournment.

• Quarterly room tax report from the City
• Update on WI Governor's Conference on Tourism
• Chamber budget and monthly financial statements for 2022
• Short-term rental (STR) reports discussion with possible motion
• Meeting held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission is meeting to discuss and possibly act on several items, including future town/city border development plans, a proposed memorial for Nancy Schofield in Wilson Park, and proposed pickleball court signage in Wakanda Park. The agenda also includes review of certified maps and other items. No formal action is expected from the Common Council at this meeting.

• Review of possible town/city future border development plans – discussion and possible motion
• Proposed Wilson Park memorial for Nancy Schofield – discussion and possible motion
• Proposed pickleball court signage in Wakanda Park – discussion and possible motion
• Review of various certified maps – discussion and possible motions

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss updates on the AWOS status and a proposal for long-term airport evolution. The meeting includes public comments, approval of minutes, and the airport manager's report on business expansion.

• AWOS status update
• Proposal for Long-Term Airport Evolution – discussion
• Airport Manager's Report – review and discussion of business expansion
• Future meeting dates and agenda planning

The Menomonie Airport Commission met on March 23, 2022, and accepted the February minutes. They discussed extending the east/west runway, with public support, but took no formal action. The AWOS status remains unchanged, and the meeting adjourned with a motion.

• Accepted February 16, 2022 minutes by consensus
• Discussed runway extension scenarios, no action taken
• Adjourned by motion (Wildenberg, seconded by McCauley)

Parking Utility

The Parking Utility will discuss on-street and lot parking uses and delivery methods. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding monthly rates and upcharging by permittees.

• Review of all on-street and lot parking designations, uses and delivery methods
• Review of monthly rates and upcharging by permittees

The Menomonie Parking Utility Commission approved moving forward with an IPS expanded parking solution for the central business district, which will allow credit card payments at meters. A proposal to eliminate the 10% annual discount for parking permits failed with a 1-4 vote. The commission also approved the minutes from the February 22, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes of February 22, 2022 meeting
• Approved IPS expanded parking solution for central business district (motion carried)
• Rejected eliminating 10% annual discount for day and overnight permits (1-4 vote)

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss and potentially vote on several key items, including the termination of TID #11 and the creation of an affordable housing fund. The agenda also includes a request to contract with Ehlers for a 2022 Water User Rate study and a proposal to purchase a new police squad car and body camera system. Additionally, the council will review budget transfers and adjust election worker hourly rates.

• Discussion and possible motion to authorize Proposed TID #11 resolution terminating the district
• Discussion and possible resolution adoption authorizing the creation of an affordable housing fund
• Discussion and possible motion approving Water Utility request to contract with Ehlers for a 2022 Water User Rate study
• Discussion and possible motion approving Police Department request to purchase a Motorola squad car and body camera system
• Discussion and possible motion authorizing Proposed election worker hourly rate adjustment

The Menomonie City Council approved several items, including creating an affordable housing fund via TID #11, terminating TID #11, and purchasing a Motorola squad car and body camera system for the police department. The council also approved a water utility rate study, a housing study agreement, and an election worker hourly rate increase.

• Approved special events requests for Mabel's Community Celebration and Paint the Town (unanimous)
• Approved 2022 Water Utility Rate study with Ehlers for $10,500 (unanimous)
• Adopted TID #11 resolution creating affordable housing fund (roll call, Schlough no)
• Adopted resolution terminating TID #11 district (unanimous)
• Approved Dunn County Housing Study agreement for $1,500 (unanimous)
• Approved police purchase of Motorola squad car and body camera system for $173,758 (unanimous)
• Approved election worker hourly rate increase to $12 for inspectors, $15 for chief inspectors (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $813.51 (unanimous)

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board approved a gold plaque with black lettering on a natural stone to be placed beside a bench in Wilson Park in memory of Nancy Schofield. Arbor Day is set for April 29, 2022, with a tree planting in her honor. The board also reviewed ongoing projects, including the LCIP clearing along 5th Street and the city tree canopy inventory.

• Approved gold plaque with black lettering on natural stone for Nancy Schofield memorial (motion carried)
• Set Arbor Day celebration for April 29, 2022, with tree planting at Wilson Park
• Accepted February minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The Menomonie City Council is meeting to handle routine business plus several action items, including confirming Mitchell Stai as Recreation Manager, reviewing and possibly awarding bids for Sewer Utility service trucks, and approving the 2021 MS4 permit annual report. The council will also consider special event requests such as the July 2, 2022 Community Fireworks over Lake Menomin, a temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County at 1602 Stout Road, board appointments, and budget transfers. Public hearings and comments are scheduled, and the meeting is accessible via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Confirmation of Mitchell Stai as Recreation Manager
• Review and possible award of Sewer Utility service truck bids
• Approval of 2021 MS4 Permit annual report
• Special event request for Community Fireworks over Lake Menomin on July 2, 2022
• Temporary trailer storage extension for Stepping Stones of Dunn County at 1602 Stout Road

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will review the minutes from the December 7, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes interviews for patrol officer candidates and a closed session regarding personnel matters.

• Interview Patrol Officer Candidates
• Closed session to discuss personnel matters

Parking Utility

The Parking Utility is meeting to discuss the designations, uses, and delivery methods for all on-street and lot parking. No formal actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion of on-street and lot parking designations, uses, and delivery methods

The Menomonie Parking Utility met on February 22, 2022, and approved the minutes of the August 17, 2021 meeting. The Commission received input from Mainstreet representatives about improving parking in the central business district, including options like new multi-purpose meters, relocating smart meters, a kiosk system, and a validation process for businesses. Concerns about overnight parking availability and the issuance process were also presented, with ideas such as raising monthly rates and building a parking ramp. No action was taken on any of these items; further fact-finding will occur.

• Approved the minutes of the August 17, 2021 meeting.
• Discussed parking improvements (new meters, kiosks, validation) with no action taken.
• Discussed overnight parking concerns (rates, reselling, ramp) with no action taken.
• Adjourned the meeting.

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will hold public hearings, take public comments, and consider several new business items, including a request to amend the 2005 Dancing Oaks Addition PUD for three twin home lots on 17th Street East, assigning development rights to PCC Properties, and a property assessment claim by NSCALE Properties. The agenda also includes a special event request, a parking ordinance amendment, police surplus equipment sale, a resolution supporting the police department, board appointments, and budget transfers.

• Request to amend Final 2005 Dancing Oaks Addition PUD for three twin home lots on 17th Street East
• Authorization to assign development rights to 17th Street East twin home lots to PCC Properties, LLC
• NSCALE Properties claim of excessive property assessments at 819 7th St E, 820 6th St E, and 1011 7th St E
• Special event request for 'the beat' at Wilson Park on September 17, 2022
• Proposed ordinance creating two-hour parking on 1800 block of 2nd Street East

The City Council disallowed excessive property assessment claims from NSCALE Properties, LLC for three properties on 7th and 6th Street East. The council approved the final plan amendment and development rights transfer for the Dancing Oaks Addition PUD, and adopted an ordinance creating two-hour parking on the 1800 block of 2nd Avenue South. It also approved a special event request, surplus sales, appointments, budget transfers, and claims.

• Disallowed NSCALE Properties, LLC excessive property assessment claims for 819 7th Street East, 820 6th Street East, and 1011 7th Street East
• Approved final plan amendment for Dancing Oaks Addition PUD for three twin home lots on 17th Street East
• Approved development rights transfer to PCC Properties, LLC from Gerrard Companies for Dancing Oaks Addition PUD
• Adopted Title 6-4-1 ordinance amendment creating two-hour parking on the 1800 block of 2nd Avenue South
• Approved special event request from Stepping Stones for September 17, 2022 at Wilson Park
• Authorized sale of Police Department surplus items
• Adopted resolution supporting the Menomonie Police Department
• Approved appointments to the Board of Review and Urban Forestry Board

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting to handle routine business, including approving January minutes, and receiving updates on the city tree canopy inventory and dead tree removals. The board will also discuss a memorial plaque for a deceased member, an LCIP project update by Galloway Creek, and a board opening. The meeting is largely procedural with informational updates rather than major decisions.

• Acceptance of January 19, 2022 minutes
• Memorium plaque for UFB Member Nancy Schofield
• LCIP Project by Galloway Creek – update
• City Tree Canopy Inventory – update
• Dead Trees to be cut – update

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board approved the January minutes and selected Idea #1 for the wording on Nancy Scholfield's memorial plaque, but it must be shortened and then approved by the board and Ken Schofield. The board also heard updates on the Galloway Creek clearing project, a pending board vacancy, and city council items including a sewer rate increase and a delayed Stout Rd project.

• Approved January 2022 meeting minutes.
• Selected Idea #1 for the memorial plaque wording, to be revised shorter and sent for approval.
• Noted removal of dead Ash and Maple trees from Wilson Park, with plans to plant one replacement tree.
• Heard that a UTV/ATV path was approved NE of the city for riders to access fuel.
• Heard that the Stout Rd project is delayed to late July-September 2022 due to Xcel Energy work.

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission is holding its regular monthly meeting. The main items are an update on the Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) and discussion of the 6-year Airport Project Plan. The meeting is open to the public in person and via Zoom.

• Update on AWOS (Automated Weather Observing System) status
• Discussion of 6-year Airport Project Plan
• Approval of January 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Airport Manager's Report

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss and possibly adopt a sewer utility rate adjustment for 2022, approve a new ATV/UTV route, and authorize agreements for reconstructing Main Street, Crescent Street, and Broadway. The council will also consider Fire Department fee changes, a state traffic study for STH 29, and write-offs of uncollectible taxes.

• Sewer utility rate schedule adjustment effective January 2022
• ATV/UTV route on NE 59th Street, 650th Avenue, Stokke Parkway, and 3M Drive
• State/Municipal agreements for Main Street, Crescent Street, and Broadway reconstruction
• Fire Department fee adjustment for Basic Life Support Non-Resident charges
• Write-off of uncollectible prior years personal property taxes

The City Council approved a sewer utility rate adjustment to fund the Phase II Sewer Utility project, effective March 1, 2022, and adopted an ordinance creating a revised eastside ATV/UTV route. It also approved a new fire department fee schedule for services outside the rural territory, authorized agreements with the Wisconsin DOT for street improvements and a traffic study, and approved various financial items including claims and write-offs.

• Adopted sewer utility rate adjustment for Phase II project (unanimous)
• Adopted revised eastside ATV/UTV route ordinance (unanimous)
• Implemented new fire department fee schedule for outside rural service (unanimous)
• Authorized State/Municipal Financial Agreements with WI DOT for 2026 Main, Crescent, Broadway improvements (unanimous)
• Authorized DOT traffic study agreement for STH 29 relocation to 6th Ave. W. (unanimous)
• Approved 2019-2020 personal property write-offs (unanimous)
• Approved sale of surplus Community Services items (unanimous)
• Approved claims totaling $82,614.99 (unanimous)

Tourism Board

The Menomonie Tourism Commission approved the December 8, 2021 meeting minutes and the chamber reports as presented, which included activity reports, upcoming events, STR report, marketing plan, and the 2022 budget. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was primarily informational, covering room tax receipts and a $150,000 state grant that had not yet been received.

• Approved December 8, 2021 meeting minutes
• Approved chamber reports as presented

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee is meeting to approve prior minutes, discuss project updates and concerns, and review the Bike Federation Advocate Program. They will also discuss the Menomonie Bicycle City application and review/update the trail map. The meeting is held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Approval of October 25, 2021 minutes
• Discussion of BPAC concerns
• Bike Federation Advocate Program update
• Menomonie Bicycle City application discussion
• Trail map review/update

The Menomonie Bicycle/Pedestrian Advisory Committee approved the October 25, 2021 minutes. They received updates on 2022 projects, including Stout Road upgrades with two new Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacon crossings, and discussed a possible student Capstone Project to support bicycle-friendly improvements. The committee also reviewed the City Bicycle Trail map and noted the Bicycle City Application will need to be resubmitted in mid-summer 2022.

• Approved Oct 25, 2021 meeting minutes (motion by Kuether, seconded by Williams)
• Reviewed 2022 Stout Road upgrades including two new RRFB crossings
• Discussed potential Capstone Project support from senior Stout students
• Reviewed City Bicycle Trail map; feedback to be sent to Bob Colson

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will hold public hearings, take comments, and discuss the Idella Ridge preliminary plat and various certified maps, with possible motions for action. The meeting is accessible via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Review of Idella Ridge preliminary plat
• Review of various certified maps
• Public hearings and comments

The Plan Commission approved the minutes of the December 20, 2021 meeting and recommended approval of the Idella Ridge plat for Rosendahl Properties, LLC in the Town of Menomonie as presented. No public hearing or comments were held. The meeting adjourned after the recommendation.

• Approved minutes of December 20, 2021 meeting
• Recommended approval of Idella Ridge plat for Rosendahl Properties, LLC

Urban Forestry

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board is meeting to discuss urban forestry operations, including an update on the city tree canopy inventory and dead trees to be cut. The board will also discuss the invasive gypsy moth for 2022 and a memorial plaque for a deceased board member. Public comments are accepted, and the meeting is held in person and via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Acceptance of minutes from November 17, 2021
• Memorium plaque for UFB member Nancy Schofield
• LCIP project by Galloway Creek update
• Arbor Day proclamation and Migratory Bird Day recognition
• City tree canopy inventory update

The Menomonie Urban Forestry Board met on January 19, 2022, and approved the November minutes. They discussed options for Nancy Scholfield's memorial plaque, reviewed progress on the Galloway Creek LCIP project, and noted that the city was again approved as a Tree City USA for 2022. No formal decisions were made on these items; they were discussion topics.

• Approved November 2021 minutes (motion by Kropp, second by Schendel)
• Discussed memorial plaque options for Nancy Scholfield (no decision)
• Reviewed Galloway Creek LCIP project progress (no decision)
• Noted City Council approved Arbor Day and Migratory Bird Day proclamations
• Noted Tree City USA approval for 2022
• Noted Bird City USA application submitted, awaiting approval
• Noted about 27 dead trees to be removed, mostly Ash and some Elm

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission is holding a regular meeting to discuss airport operations. They will hear public comments, approve the previous meeting's minutes, and receive updates on the fuel dispensary compliance project and the AWOS status. New business includes a discussion on approach lighting needs for runway 09/27. The meeting is held in person and via Zoom due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Update on Fuel Dispensary Compliance Project
• AWOS status update
• Discussion on approach lighting need for runway 09/27
• Airport Manager's report
• Future meeting dates and agenda planning

The Menomonie Airport Commission accepted the December 2021 minutes and heard that fuel dispenser work is complete. The second public hearing for the AWOS replacement petition was held and forwarded to the Bureau of Aeronautics. The Commission expressed support for pursuing approach lights on RW 09 or RW 09-27, pending funding, and will review a full project list next meeting. No formal votes were taken on substantive items.

• Accepted December 15, 2021 minutes by consensus
• Supported approach lighting on RW 09 or RW 09-27 (discussion only)
• Adjourned by motion (Solsaa/McCauley)

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss and possibly award bids for the Sewer Utility Phase II facility improvements and for Lakeside Park boat ramp/washout and Riverside Park kayak launch projects. They will also review a Sewer Utility Rate Study and consider a 2022-2023 quarterly fee adjustment, along with other routine items like a stormwater agreement, proclamations, and election polling place resolution.

• Review of Sewer Utility Phase II facility improvement bids and possible award
• Presentation of Sewer Utility Rate Study and possible 2022-2023 quarterly fee adjustment
• Review of Lakeside Park boat ramp/washout and Riverside Park kayak launch bids
• Stormwater Utility 2022-2024 Participation Agreement with Rain to Rivers of Western Wisconsin, Inc.
• Resolution for Wards 3-9 to vote at 800 Wilson Avenue for Feb 15, 2022 primary election

The Menomonie City Council approved several contracts and resolutions, including an $8.83 million wastewater treatment plant upgrade, a 15% sewer rate increase, and a $142,174 boat ramp project. They also reduced voting locations for the February primary, with one dissenting vote. All other actions were unanimous.

• Awarded $8,830,584 wastewater treatment plant upgrade to R.J. Jurowski Construction (unanimous)
• Approved 15% sewer rate increase for 2022 (unanimous)
• Awarded $142,174.15 Lakeside Park boat ramp project to Skid Steer Guy (unanimous)
• Approved Stormwater Utility 2022-2024 agreement with Rain to Rivers (unanimous)
• Adopted Arbor Day and Migratory Bird Day proclamations (unanimous)
• Reduced voting locations for Feb. 15 primary (Schlough voted no)
• Approved $129,584.27 in claims (unanimous)

City Council

The Menomonie City Council is meeting to discuss and possibly adopt a resolution petitioning the state for a replacement Automated Weather Observing System (AWOS) at the municipal airport. The council will also consider a housing authority payment report, a police surplus sale, election official appointments, board appointments, and budget transfers. The meeting is held via Zoom due to COVID-19.

• Resolution petitioning WIDOT for replacement AWOS at Menomonie Municipal Airport
• Housing Authority 2022 payments in lieu of taxes presentation
• Police Department request to sell surplus city items
• Appointments of 2022-2023 Election Officials
• Appointments to boards and commissions including Police/Fire Commission

The Menomonie City Council approved routine items including the December minutes, a resolution requesting a replacement AWOS at the airport, the Housing Authority's annual PILOT payment, police surplus sales, the 2022-2023 election official list, and a Police/Fire Commission appointment. They also approved $172,357.86 in claims and a liquor license change of agent. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved December 20, 2021 council minutes
• Adopted resolution petitioning WIDOT for replacement AWOS at airport
• Accepted annual PILOT from Housing Authority
• Approved Police Department surplus sale request
• Approved 2022-2023 election official listing
• Appointed Robin Sweeny to Police/Fire Commission (term ending April 30, 2024)
• Approved claims totaling $172,357.86
• Approved liquor license change of agent for Kwik Trip 593