New Glarus public meetings in 2024

12 26

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss building project updates and consider approving a transfer of funds to the Village for building project bills paid. The board will also review bills, a financial statement, and committee reports. Public comment is allowed.

• Discussion and consideration of building project updates
• Approval of transfer of funds to Village for building project bills paid
• Review of bills and financial statement
• Approval of minutes from December 11 meeting
• Reports from Administration, Communication, Grants, Partnership, and other teams

12 17

The New Glarus Personnel/Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from December 3 and a list of claims totaling over $677,000, including a $667,570 payment for a water reservoir project. They will also discuss a possible 18-month certificate of deposit investment. The meeting is scheduled for 6:30 p.m. on December 17 at Village Hall.

• Approval of claims includes $667,570.70 to DN Tanks Ink Application for a water reservoir
• Approval of claims includes $47,891.25 to OPN Architects for new library design services
• Approval of claims includes $31,392.15 to New Glarus Fire District for fire department radios
• Approval of claims includes $23,400.93 to Sabel Mechanical for wastewater treatment plant repairs
• Discussion of investing village funds in an 18-month CD

12 17

This is a notice that a quorum of the New Glarus Public Library Board may be present at the Village Board meeting on December 17, 2024. Board members will listen to a presentation by OPN Architects to the Village Board. No voting will take place by the library board.

• Presentation to Village Board by OPN Architects
• Meeting at New Glarus Village Hall, 319 2nd Avenue
• No library board voting expected
• Possible quorum of Library Board members

12 17

The Village Board will discuss and possibly adopt Resolution 24-35 establishing 2025 full-time employee wages, including a 3% cost-of-living adjustment and a probationary increase for the Public Works Director. They will also hear a library design presentation from OPN Architects, consider a $2,769 backup server purchase, and review a request to use the pool house for a euchre championship. The consent agenda includes approval of claims totaling over $800,000, including a $677,598.45 disbursement for the Water Reservoir Project.

• Resolution 24-35 to set 2025 full-time wages with 3% COLA and probationary increase for Public Works Director
• Water Reservoir Project Disbursement Request #4 for $677,598.45 (checks 1009-1010)
• Library design presentation by OPN Architects for the new library
• Village Hall backup server replacement at a cost of $2,769
• Consideration of allowing use of the Village Pool House for New Glarus Cares World Euchre Federation Championship

12 11

The Public Works and Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from the police and public works departments. The committee is also scheduled to discuss handicap parking in the downtown area.

• Discussion regarding downtown handicap parking

12 11

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss updates regarding a building project and a design presentation from OPN. The board will also consider the fundraising committee and building committee responsibilities.

• Building project update
• OPN design presentation
• Fundraising committee discussion
• Building committee responsibilities
• Director Annual Review timeline

12 09

The New Glarus Public Library Building Subcommittee will meet to discuss and consider a contract with OPN Architects and review responses to a request for qualifications (RFQ) for the library building project. The meeting also includes an update on the building project and approval of prior minutes. Public comments are invited but not discussed at this time.

• Discussion and consideration of OPN Contract for library building project
• Discussion and consideration of RFQ submissions review
• Unfinished business: building project update
• Approval of minutes from December 6, 2024

12 9

The New Glarus Fire District will meet to approve claims and review the Fire Chief's report. The board will discuss the 2024 budget of $230,100.00 and revisit the 2025 budget.

• Review of 2024 budget totaling $230,100.00
• Discussion to revisit 2025 budget
• Approval of District and Department bills

12 6

The New Glarus Library Board of Trustees will attend a Building Committee meeting to listen to design progression. No voting will take place during this meeting.

• Review of design progression

12 06

The New Glarus Public Library Building Subcommittee will review an update on the building project as unfinished business, and discuss continued design work along with a storm water management strategy from JSD Engineering. No votes on public comments are planned at this meeting.

• Building project update (unfinished business)
• Continued design discussions for the library project
• JSD Engineering and storm water management strategy
• Approval of minutes from November 19, 2024

12 3

The Personnel/Finance Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to review and approve claims.

• Approval of claims, including a check register totaling $62,962.69
• Payment of $9,413.39 to Green Cty Highway Dept for Candy Cane Park
• Payment of $9,402.75 to Bytec Resource Mgmt Inc for sludge hauling
• Payment of $8,874.00 to Mt Horeb Utilities for a transformer
• Payment of $4,250.00 to Ehlers & Associates Inc for 2024 Annual Disclosure Reporting

12 3

The Village Board will discuss and consider several items including a $73,939 Transportation Alternatives Program grant to install pedestrian crossing beacons, waiving $806.74 in delinquent personal property taxes, adopting a revised municipal code, and appointing a trustee to fill a vacancy. The consent agenda includes approval of prior meeting minutes and claims totaling over $101,000.

• Consideration of State/Municipal Agreement for $73,939 TAP grant to install four Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons on 2nd Street near schools and Highway 69 at Sugar River Trail; village match $18,485
• Discussion on waiving $806.74 in delinquent personal property taxes
• Ordinance 24-16 adopting a revision and codification of Village ordinances
• Appointment of a Village Trustee from candidates Christopher Anderson and Jon Hovland
• Consent agenda approval of claims: checks totaling $62,962.69 and payroll $38,520.79

2025 Budget Resolution

The Village Board is adopting the 2025 budget and setting a property tax levy of $1,773,280. The resolution appropriates funds for all village operations, including general, debt service, TIF districts, library, and utility funds. A public hearing was held on November 6, 2024, and the board voted on November 19, 2024.

• Total required tax levy of $1,773,280 with a mill rate of 0.005813573
• General Fund expenses adopted at $1,828,097, requiring a $703,042 tax levy
• Debt Service Fund expenses of $708,849, requiring a $696,706 tax levy
• TIF#3 expenses of $440,136 and TIF#4 expenses of $42,335 with respective tax increments of $282,628 and $456,692
• Capital Project Fund (Fund 60) expenses of $926,000, supported by $489,000 in borrowing

Extraterritorial Zoning Boundary 2025

This meeting agenda for the Village of New Glarus's Extraterritorial Zoning Boundary 2025 contains no listed resolutions, ordinances, or discussion items. The provided text is a legend and map rendering with no specific decisions or proposals. The meeting appears to be informational or procedural in nature.

• Agenda consists solely of a map and legend for the Extraterritorial Zoning Boundary update; no specific decisions or proposals listed.

11 25

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting with public comments, approval of minutes, and an unfinished business item: a building project update. No votes or decisions are listed beyond the update.

• Unfinished business: Building project update

11 22

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss and consider updates on the building project, release of funds for property purchases, review of building committee roles, and review of design concepts. The board will also approve minutes from the previous meeting and take public comment.

• Discussion and consideration of building project update
• Discussion and consideration of release of funds from CFSW for property purchases
• Discussion and consideration of building committee roles review
• Discussion and consideration of review of design concepts
• Approval of minutes from November 13 meeting

11 20

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss a conditional use permit for 'Outdoor Assembly' at N8065 Valley View Rd. The applicant, New Glarus Brewing Co., proposes using approximately 4.5 acres for seasonal fairground parking and an access road.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit for 'Outdoor Assembly' at N8065 Valley View Rd
• Proposal to use 4.5 acres for seasonal fairground parking
• Proposal to replace an existing shed with a 600sqf seasonal use building

11 19

The New Glarus Public Library Building Subcommittee will meet to continue design discussions for the building project and consider a storm water management strategy from JSD Engineering. The meeting includes a public comment period and approval of previous meeting minutes. No decisions or votes are expected on public comments.

• Continued design discussions for the library building project
• Discussion and consideration of JSD Engineering's storm water management strategy
• Approval of minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting

11 19

The Village of New Glarus Personnel/Finance Committee will meet to approve the minutes from their November 6 meeting and to approve a list of claims (payments) totaling over $80,000, including payroll and vendor checks. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Approval of claims totaling $35,187.08 in payroll and $416,699.57 in checks from prior meeting; upcoming claims include $9,675 for new library design and $35,352.71 to Chamber of Commerce
• Approval of minutes from the October 1 meeting (listed in the prior meeting's minutes as 10/15/24 minutes, but that appears to be a typo in the agenda)
• No public comments or other discussion items scheduled

11 19

The Village Board is meeting to adopt the 2025 budget and tax levy and establish 2025 wages for full-time employees. The board will also discuss infrastructure planning for wastewater and water reservoir projects.

• Resolution 24-35 for 2025 Budget Adoption & Tax Levy
• Resolution 24-33 to establish 2025 full-time employee wages (3% increase)
• Low bid of $44,061 from New Glarus Motors for a 2025 Durango squad car
• Land division application for Parcel 2302401504100 between Hwy 39 & Legler Valley Rd
• Proposed Ordinance 24-17 to allow overnight parking on 2nd Street from 1st to 3rd Avenue

11 14

The Cemetery Committee will meet to finalize a recommended plan to transfer ownership of the Swiss Church cemetery to the Village of New Glarus. The plan includes creating a Cemetery Commission, borrowing $300k to fund a $400k endowment for ongoing expenses, and hiring a part-time Cemetery Manager at $15/hour. This recommendation will be presented to the Village Board on November 19.

• Finalize recommendation for Village to take ownership of Swiss Church cemetery
• Proposed $300,000 borrowing to contribute to a $400k endowment with $100k from Swiss Church
• Draft ordinance to create a five-member Cemetery Commission
• Part-time Cemetery Manager position at $15/hour, 4 hours per week
• Estimated annual cemetery budget of $15,490, funded by endowment returns

11 14

The subcommittee is meeting to review the status of the library building project. Members will discuss design, project requirements, scheduling, and budgeting.

• Building project update
• Continued design discussions
• Review of project requirements, scheduling, and budgeting

11 13

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss building project updates, a JSD proposal, a Swiss Church land appraisal, and design progress. They will also consider three resolutions setting 2025 wages for the Library Director, Assistant Director, and Youth Services Librarian. The board will review bills, the financial statement, and committee reports from October.

• Discussion and consideration of building project updates
• Discussion and consideration of JSD updated proposal
• Discussion and consideration of Swiss Church land appraisal
• Resolution 24-05: Library Director 2025 wages
• Resolution 24-06: Assistant Director 2025 wages

11 13

The Public Works/Public Safety Committee will discuss overnight parking on 2nd Street, bids for a 2025 Durango squad car, and downtown handicap parking. The committee will also receive monthly reports from the police and public works departments. No final votes are expected on these discussion items, but they may lead to recommendations for the Village Board.

• Monthly Police Department Report
• Consideration/Discussion: 2nd Street overnight parking
• Consideration/Discussion: 2025 Durango squad car bids
• Monthly Public Works Department Report
• Consideration/Discussion: Downtown handicap parking

11 13

The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider survey results from 2024 programs, including feedback on ball programs, pool programs, and suggestions for future offerings. They will also discuss potential signage for Candy Cane Park and an update on the proposed dog park. No votes are scheduled; items are for discussion only.

• Review of 2024 Parks & Recreation Survey with 74 responses
• Discussion on Candy Cane Park signage
• Update on potential dog park location
• Monthly Parks & Recreation Report
• Approval of August 14, 2024 minutes

11 11

The New Glarus Fire District will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve minutes and claims, discuss a snow removal contract, and receive the Fire Chief's report. Key items include reviewing the current year's budget of $230,100 and revisiting the proposed 2025 budget.

• Snow removal contract discussion
• Review of 2024 budget totaling $230,100.00
• Revisiting the 2025 budget
• Fire Chief's report covering personnel, trucks/repairs, equipment, and building/grounds
• Approval of minutes from 14 October 2024 and claims (district and department bills)

11 08

The New Glarus Public Library Building Subcommittee will discuss and consider initial renderings and a delivery model for the library building project. The meeting includes a public comment period, but no discussion or votes will occur on those comments. The subcommittee will also approve minutes from its November 1, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion and consideration of initial renderings for the library building
• Discussion and consideration of the delivery model for the project
• Public comments (3 minutes per speaker, no immediate discussion or vote)
• Approval of minutes from November 1, 2024

11 6

The Village Board will hold public hearings on the proposed 2025 budget and a rezoning for the New Glarus Brewing annexation. Other business includes resolutions for WEDC grants, a stormwater utility rate increase, appointment of a deputy clerk treasurer, and setting part-time wages. The board will also adjourn into closed session to discuss employee compensation.

• Public hearing on proposed 2025 village budget
• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-14 rezoning New Glarus Brewing annexation from Agricultural (A) to Agricultural and Woodland Transition (A-T)
• Consideration of Ordinance 24-15 to streamline zoning process for annexed land
• Consideration of Resolution 24-29 increasing stormwater rate from $11.23 to $12.21/month
• Consideration of resolutions to apply for WEDC grants for New Glarus Hotel (R24-26) and School District complex (R24-27)

11 6

The New Glarus Personnel/Finance Committee will consider and discuss a Local Preference Policy, which could affect how village contracts are awarded. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and approval of claims totaling over $235,000.

• Consideration and discussion of a Local Preference Policy for village contracts
• Approval of claims including $162,748.30 to DN Tanks Inc for an application, $55,902.52 to Monroe Truck Equipment for a 2023 PW truck, and $41,496.00 to Bjoin Limestone Inc
• Approval of October 15, 2024 meeting minutes

11 6

The Joint Extraterritorial Zoning Committee will discuss and possibly recommend action on a Certified Survey Map (CSM) application for a four-lot land division between Highway 39 and Legler Valley Road. The proposal, reviewed by the Village planning consultant, raises issues of public street frontage and compatibility with rural character design standards. The committee will also consider approval of prior meeting minutes.

• CSM application for parcel 2302401504100 between Hwy 39 and Legler Valley Rd
• Consultant recommends converting shared driveway to public road or granting exception to street frontage requirement
• Proposed lots located on ridgetop, potentially conflicting with ridge-line visibility standard
• Applicant must add right-to-farm notice and revise site plan note per suggested conditions
• Recorded copies of CSM and easement agreement required within 180 days of Village Board approval

11 4

The Village of New Glarus Parks & Recreation Committee is holding a special joint meeting with the New Glarus School District and Town of New Glarus to discuss cooperation on possible park projects. No specific projects or dollar amounts are listed. No votes or decisions are scheduled; the item is for consideration and discussion only.

• Consideration/Discussion: Cooperation on Possible Park Projects

11 01

The subcommittee will discuss and consider a design meeting with OPN, an architecture or design firm. Public comments will be heard but not discussed or voted on. The subcommittee will also approve minutes from October 2, 2024.

• Discussion and consideration of a design meeting with OPN

10 24

The Cemetery Committee will meet to consider and discuss the cemetery transference plan. No action was taken on this topic at the prior meeting. The agenda also includes approval of minutes and adjournment.

• Consideration/Discussion: Cemetery Transference Plan

10 23

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss updates regarding a building project. The board will also consider the execution of a grant agreement and the scope of service for a grant administrator.

• Building project updates
• Execution of grant agreement
• Programming refinement phase OPN
• Grant administrator scope of service
• Bills and financial statement

10 17

The Cemetery Committee will consider and discuss the Cemetery Transference Plan, continuing from prior discussion where no action was taken. The meeting will also approve minutes from the October 3, 2024 meeting. No votes are scheduled; the agenda is primarily procedural with one substantive discussion item.

• Discussion of the Cemetery Transference Plan (no action taken at prior meeting)

10 16

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will consider hiring a grant administrator. The meeting includes public comments and standard procedural items. No other substantive business is listed.

• Discussion and possible decision on hiring a grant administrator

10 16

The Personnel/Finance Committee will meet to approve the minutes from the October 1, 2024, meeting and review claims for approval.

• Approval of 10.1.24 minutes
• Approval of claims

10 16

The Plan Commission will consider a land division application and a zoning change for annexed parcels. The body will also discuss an ordinance to revise the process for zoning annexed land.

• Land division application by Certified Survey Map at 57 2nd Street
• Zoning change request from Agricultural (A) to Agricultural and Woodland Transition (A-T) for parcels 23024-0189.5100 and 23024-0189.4100
• Ordinance 24-15 to revise the process for zoning annexed land in Chapter 305 of the Municipal Code

10 15

The Village Board will consider approving a payment and disbursement request for the water reservoir project, funded partly by USDA, and discuss architectural finish options. Other notable items include a resolution to exempt the Village from the Green County library tax for 2025, appointment of a full-time police officer, review of the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan, and the second 2025 budget workshop.

• Water reservoir project payment and disbursement request (USDA funding, contractor invoices reviewed by engineer)
• Resolution 24-24 exempting Village from Green County Library Tax 2025
• Resolution 24-25 appointing Taylor Steinhorst as full-time police officer
• 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan discussion
• 2025 Budget Workshop #2 (draft budgets included)

10 14

The New Glarus Fire District will meet to approve claims and review the Fire Chief's report. The board will discuss the 2024 budget and revisit the 2025 budget.

• 2024 Budget: $230,100.00
• Review of 2025 Budget
• Approval of District and Department bills

10 9

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss the building project update, budget update, and architect fees. The board will also consider 2025 holiday closings and enter closed session to discuss staff compensation, with results reported afterward. This is a standard monthly meeting with both operational updates and personnel matters.

• Discussion and consideration of building project update
• Discussion and consideration of budget update
• Discussion and consideration of architect fees
• Discussion and consideration of 2025 holiday closings
• Closed session under WI State Statute 19.85(1)(c) for staff compensation discussion

10 3

The Village of New Glarus Cemetery Committee will meet to consider and discuss a Cemetery Transference Plan. The committee previously voted to adopt a commission model for cemetery oversight. No other significant action items are on the agenda.

• Consideration/Discussion: Cemetery Transference Plan

10 02

The New Glarus Public Library Building Subcommittee is meeting to discuss and consider interview rating results and determine next steps. The meeting also includes a public forum for citizen comments.

• Discussion of interview rating results and next steps

10 1

The Village Board will discuss and consider several ordinances and resolutions, including annexing land owned by New Glarus Brewing from the Town of New Glarus (Ordinance 24-13), a land consolidation at 2400 Hwy 69, a contract with Total Inspection Services for building inspection services with fee increases, amendments to erosion control and stormwater management requirements, and the first workshop for the 2025 budget. The board will also vote on a consent agenda including claims totaling $147,911.63 and payroll of $37,690.35, as well as special event permits for Boos & Brews Pub Crawl and the Christkindli Market.

• Consideration of Ordinance 24-13 to annex land owned by New Glarus Brewing from the Town of New Glarus into the Village
• Application for land consolidation by Certified Survey Map at 2400 Hwy 69
• 2024/2025 agreement with Total Inspection Services LLC for building inspection services, including permit fee increases (Village retains 10% of fees)
• Resolution 24-23 to establish 2025 fee schedule for village parks and swimming pool, increasing swimming lesson and birthday bubble fees
• Ordinance 24-12 to amend street design standards, requiring 66-foot right-of-way for new streets

10 1

The Village of New Glarus Personnel/Finance Committee will meet to approve minutes from its September 3 and September 17 meetings and to approve a lengthy list of claims (payments) as detailed in the attached check register. The September 3 meeting minutes include approval of payroll and other claims, while the September 17 meeting lacked a quorum and no decisions were made.

• Approval of minutes from 9/3/2024 (including approval of vacation policy changes) and 9/17/2024 (no quorum).
• Approval of claims including $5,207 for WWTP chemicals (Aquachem of America).
• Approval of claims including $26,955 for Civic Systems software and support.
• Approval of claims including $47,233 for Candy Cane Park improvements (Commercial Recreation).
• Approval of claims including $20,428 for Windlach land swap (Nicholas Kosewski).

9 26

The Library Building Subcommittee will convene in closed session under Wisconsin state statute to deliberate on architectural interviews and selection for a library project. Following the closed session, the committee will reconvene in open session to report the results. No other substantive business is listed on the agenda.

• Closed session under WI Statute 19.85(1)(e) for architectural interviews and selection process

9 25

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to discuss the 2025 budget, a building project update, and a survey quote. The board will also convene into closed session under Wisconsin statute to consider library clerk compensation. Other items include approval of minutes from August and September meetings, and reports from committees and the director.

• Closed session under WI §19.85(1)(c) to discuss library clerk compensation
• Discussion and consideration of 2025 budget
• Discussion and consideration of building project update
• Discussion and consideration of survey quote
• Discussion and consideration of collection development and materials selection inquiry form

9 25

The Public Works/Public Safety Committee will consider the 2025 Police Department budget ($715,503), Public Works budget ($298,326), and Forestry budget ($34,924). They will also discuss Ordinance 24-12 amending street design standards and a proposed stop sign at 10th Avenue & 7th Street. The meeting includes department reports and minutes approval.

• Consideration of 2025 Police Department budget: $715,503
• Consideration of 2025 Public Works budget: $298,326
• Consideration of 2025 Forestry budget: $34,924
• Discussion of Ordinance 24-12 to amend street design standards (Section 265-39)
• Proposed stop sign at 10th Avenue & 7th Street

9 25

The New Glarus Parks & Recreation Committee will consider and discuss proposed 2025 budgets for the Chalet of the Golden Fleece, Parks & Recreation, and the swimming pool, as well as potential changes to swimming lesson fees. A resolution establishing 2025 fees for park and pool use, including a $5 increase for most swimming lessons and new pool party rates, is also on the agenda. The committee will also discuss the dog park.

• Consideration of 2025 Chalet of the Golden Fleece Budget
• Consideration of 2025 Pool Budget with proposed $5 increase for most swimming lessons
• Resolution to establish 2025 fee schedule for park and pool use, including increased Birthday Bubbles fee to $175
• Discussion of dog park
• Consideration of 2025 Parks & Recreation Budget

9 19

The Village of New Glarus Cemetery Committee will meet to discuss the Cemetery Transference Plan, which involves the village taking ownership of the cemetery and creating a commission to oversee operations. The committee previously recommended this plan at its September 5 meeting. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and the agenda.

• Consideration/Discussion: Cemetery Transference Plan – recommendation for village ownership and cemetery commission

9 18

The Plan Commission will consider a site plan for the New Glarus Brewing Hilltop Expansion and a land division application. Both items are located at 2400 Hwy 69.

• Site plan approval for New Glarus Brewing Hilltop Expansion at 2400 Hwy 69
• Application for Land Division by Certified Survey Map (CSM) at 2400 Hwy 69

9 17

The Village Board will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance 24-11 to amend water utility impact fees, aimed at funding debt service for the new water reservoir. The board will also discuss the Ward Creek Arboretum final plat on Kubly Road, the 2025 Fire Department proposed budget, a Cemetery Committee recommendation for the Village to take ownership of Swiss UCC Cemetery, and a 2024 mill & overlay contract with Payne & Dolan. Consent agenda items include approval of minutes, claims totaling $207,771.90, and operator licenses.

• Public hearing on Ordinance 24-11 amending water utility impact fees for water reservoir debt service
• Ward Creek Arboretum final plat approval for parcels on Kubly Road
• 2025 Fire Department/District proposed budget presentation
• Cemetery Committee update recommending Village ownership of Swiss UCC Cemetery with endowment funding
• 2024 Mill & Overlay contract with Payne & Dolan for $45,175 on 7th and 8th Avenues

9 17

The Personnel/Finance Committee will consider and discuss an overtime policy after tabling it at the prior meeting. Routine items include approval of September 3 meeting minutes and approval of claims.

• Discussion and possible action on Overtime Policy
• Approval of September 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of claims (check register attached)

9 11

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting. They will discuss and consider the roles of the Building Committee and Library Board during interviews, and determine next steps based on the outcome of a grant application.

• Discussion on roles of Building Committee and Library Board during interviews
• Discussion on next steps based on grant outcome

9 9

The New Glarus Fire District will meet to review the 2024 budget of $230,100.00 and discuss the 2025 budget. The board will also review claims, district bills, and the Fire Chief's report.

• 2024 Budget: $230,100.00
• 2025 Budget discussion
• Approval of District and Department bills
• Fire Chief's report on personnel, trucks, equipment, and building/grounds

9 5

The Village of New Glarus Cemetery Committee will meet to consider appointing Sally Nealis to the committee and discuss a Cemetery Transference Plan. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and the agenda.

• Consideration/discussion: Appointment of Sally Nealis to Cemetery Committee
• Consideration/discussion: Cemetery Transference Plan

Village of New Glarus Personnel Handbook

The provided text is the Village of New Glarus Personnel Handbook, revised September 3, 2024. It contains policies and procedures for village employees. No meeting agenda was provided; no decisions or discussions from a governing body are recorded.

9 3

The Personnel/Finance Committee will meet to consider and discuss the village's vacation and overtime policies. The committee will also review and approve claims for payment.

• Discussion of Vacation Policy
• Discussion of Overtime Policy
• Approval of claims, including a $18,756.15 payment to Clifton Larson Allen LLP
• Approval of claims, including a $10,000.00 payment to Quarles & Brady for water revenue
• Approval of claims, including a $6,292.57 payment to Green Cty Waste Mgmt for landfill

9 3

The New Glarus Village Board will consider hiring Scott McNett as full-time Public Works Director, approve a blasting permit for the water reservoir project, and discuss a land division at W5844 Durst Rd. Other items include awarding electric utility contracts, funding an 11th Avenue engineering survey for $11,000, and potential policy changes on vacation and overtime.

• Resolution 24-22 to appoint Scott McNett as Public Works Director
• Blasting permit for Village Water Reservoir Project; possible precondition surveys of 218 Hoesly Dr, 300 Elmer Rd, and 400 Elmer Rd
• Award electric utility overhead & underground unit pricing contracts to Jolma Utilities, LLC and MP Systems, Inc.
• 11th Avenue engineering survey ($11,000) to advance street project to 2026
• Land division by Certified Survey Map at W5844 Durst Rd, recommended with shared driveway agreement condition

8 29

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review updates on a building project and environmental review. The board will also consider RFQ submissions and the annual disbursement of CFSW endowment earnings.

• Building project update
• Environmental review update
• Review of RFQ submissions
• Annual disbursement of CFSW endowment earnings

8 29

The Library Building Subcommittee will meet to discuss and consider ratings for a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) and an environmental review. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Discussion and consideration of RFQ ratings
• Discussion and consideration of environmental review
• Approval of minutes from previous meeting
• Setting next meeting date and agenda items

8 22

The Cemetery Committee will consider the Cemetery Transference Plan for Swiss Church Cemetery, including an annual operational budget of $13,849. Existing cemetery accounts total approximately $140k. The committee will discuss options such as placing funds into a Community Foundation endowment to generate annual revenue, or borrowing $200k to create a $300k endowment, which would increase property taxes. A plot sale model with higher fees for non-residents is also proposed to offset resident burden.

• Consideration of Cemetery Transference Plan for Swiss Church Cemetery
• Draft annual cemetery budget of $13,849 (utilities, maintenance, wages, etc.)
• Existing cemetery funds: ~$140k in checking, savings, and perpetual care accounts
• Potential $200k borrowing to create a $300k endowment generating $12k/year
• Proposal to charge non-residents higher plot sale fees to offset property tax increases

8 20

The New Glarus Village Board will discuss the 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan draft, consider a 2.5% or 3% cost-of-living adjustment for employees, and review potential increases to board member salaries. They will also consider appointments to the WPPI Energy Board and a new logo, as well as an ordinance clarifying the definition of boulevard/terrace areas. Consent agenda items include approval of claims, police and building reports, and several event permits.

• Consideration of 2025-2029 Capital Improvement Plan draft
• Discussion of 2.5% and 3% employee cost-of-living adjustment options
• Potential increases to Village Board Trustee and President salaries (effective 2026 if changed)
• Appointment of Bill Kosmeder as alternate to the WPPI Energy Board
• Ordinance 24-10 to amend boulevard/terrace area definition in municipal code

8 20

The Joint Extraterritorial Zoning Committee will discuss and potentially recommend on a Certified Survey Map application for land division at W5844 Durst Rd, including a variance request to allow the lot to be accessed by an easement instead of public street frontage. The committee will also approve minutes from the previous meeting.

• Discussion and potential recommendation on land division by Certified Survey Map at W5844 Durst Rd
• Variance request to bypass public street frontage requirement (Section 265-42 C) for proposed lot
• Staff recommends approval of CSM and variance with condition of shared driveway agreement
• Approval of meeting minutes from 5/15/24

8 20

The Personnel/Finance Committee will meet to discuss and clarify the Village's overtime policy. The Village Administrator noted that the current personnel handbook is vague regarding how overtime is calculated, specifically concerning sick time.

• Consideration and discussion of Overtime Policy
• Approval of claims
• B&B Transformer Inc payment of $23,195.00
• Crescent Electric Supply payment of $4,974.00
• Midwest Meter Inc payment of $2,781.48

8 15

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss several items related to the library building project, including an update, a request for qualifications (RFQ) update, an environmental review, and the formation of a building committee. They will also consider estimates for GPR scanning as new business.

• Discussion and Consideration: Building Project Update
• Discussion and Consideration: RFQ Update
• Discussion and Consideration: Environmental Review
• Discussion and Consideration: Building Committee
• Discussion and Consideration: Estimates for GPR scanning

8 14

The Joint Review Board will review annual reports for TID 3 and TID 4 and consider the creation of a new Tax Increment District No. 5 (TID 5). The board will vote on a resolution to create TID 5, which is a mixed-use district intended to support residential, industrial, and commercial development. This follows a previous discussion in June where no action was taken.

• Review annual report for TID 3 (Brewery TID): beginning balance $823,739, ending $525,062
• Review annual report for TID 4 (Backtown TID): beginning balance $371,053, ending $902,399
• Review proposed boundary and project plan for TID 5, a mixed-use district
• Consider Village Resolution 24-20 creating TID 5
• Consider Joint Review Board Resolution 24-1 approving the creation of TID 5

8 14

The New Glarus Public Works/Public Safety Committee will receive monthly reports from the police and public works departments, consider installing a stop sign at the intersection of 13th Avenue and 5th Street, and discuss the village's definition of boulevard or terrace areas. The meeting also includes approval of previous minutes and a public comment period.

• Consideration/discussion: Stop sign at 13th Avenue & 5th Street
• Consideration/discussion: Definition of village boulevard or terrace area
• Monthly Police Department Report including statistics, donations ($624 from Bank of New Glarus, $1,600 from Masonic Lodge), and hiring update
• Monthly Public Works & Utilities Department Reports
• Approval of June 12, 2024 meeting minutes

8 14

The New Glarus Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss the Candy Cane Park inclusive playground project and receive an update on Hoesly Pond. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a monthly parks report.

• Discussion of Candy Cane Park Playground Project
• Update on Hoesly Pond
• Monthly Parks & Recreation Report
• Approval of June 12, 2024 minutes

8 12

The New Glarus Fire District holds a regular monthly meeting to approve minutes and claims, hear the Fire Chief's report on personnel, equipment, and facilities, and review the 2024 budget of $230,100.00 as allocated among five towns. The board will also begin discussion of the 2025 budget. No other major decisions or public hearings are scheduled.

• 2024 budget review: $230,100.00 allocated across Town of Primrose, Town of York, Village of New Glarus, Town of New Glarus, and Town of Perry
• 2025 budget discussion (no details provided)
• Fire Chief's report covering personnel, truck repairs, equipment, building and grounds

8 8

The Cemetery Committee is discussing the transference of the Swiss Church cemetery, considering ownership by the Village of New Glarus or a 501(c)(13) non-profit. The discussion includes reviewing financial data, such as plot sale revenues ranging from $0 to $24,750 annually, 2023 expenses of $5,217, and a proposed $275k endowment generating $11k yearly. The committee will address key questions on ownership, administration, and long-term funding, noting that borrowing could increase property taxes for residents.

• Discussion on Swiss Church cemetery transference plan
• Potential ownership options: Village of New Glarus or 501(c)(13) Cemetery Company
• Financials: plot sale revenue varies yearly; 2023 expenses $5,217
• Proposed endowment of $275k would generate $11k/year; additional borrowing could raise property taxes
• Administrative tasks include selling plots, record keeping, coordinating contractors

8 6

The Personnel/Finance Committee will consider updates to the overtime policy and discuss utility staffing and wages. The committee will also approve previous meeting minutes and claims for payment.

• Discussion of overtime policy for village employees
• Discussion of utility staffing and wages
• Approval of claims from the check register
• Approval of July 16, 2024 meeting minutes

8 6

The Village Board will consider several new business items, most notably Resolution 24-20 to approve the project plan and boundary for Tax Increment District No. 5. Also on the agenda are setting fees for tourist lodging and bed & breakfast licenses, using ballfield sinking funds for storage lockers, and a façade improvement grant application for 200 5th Avenue. Consent items include approval of minutes, claims totaling over $83,000, and special event permits for Oktoberfest and Grace Church Family Fest. The board will also discuss an overtime policy, appoint a full-time utility director, and enter closed session for employee compensation matters.

• Resolution 24-20 approving Tax Increment District No. 5 (TID 5) project plan & boundary
• Resolution 24-19 setting fees for tourist lodging and bed & breakfast licenses ($100 initial, $50 renewal)
• Use of $2,000 ballfield sinking funds for Veterans’ Memorial Park ballfield storage lockers
• Façade improvement grant application for $5,002.50 from Toffler’s Pub & Grill at 200 5th Avenue
• Special event permits: Chamber Oktoberfest (Sept 26-29) and Grace Church Family Fest (Sept 8)

8 6

The Community Development Authority is meeting to consider and discuss a grant application for façade improvements. The meeting also includes the approval of the agenda and previous minutes.

• Façade Improvement Grant Application for 200 5th Avenue

8 01

The Library Building Subcommittee of the Village of New Glarus will meet to discuss participants and their roles, review a request for qualifications (RFQ), and approve minutes from a prior meeting. No votes on binding items are scheduled; the agenda is procedural.

• Discussion of participants and their roles for the building project
• Review of RFQ (request for qualifications) submissions
• Approval of meeting minutes

7 25

The newly formed Cemetery Committee will discuss the transference of the Swiss Church cemetery to the Village of New Glarus, including financials, ownership options, and administrative responsibilities. The Village Board created the committee in June 2024 to develop an action plan. Key questions include who will take ownership, how the cemetery will be funded long-term, and how records will be digitized.

• Consideration of transferring Swiss Church cemetery via abandonment process (5-year period started in 2023)
• Review of cemetery financials: 2023 total expenses $5,217; draft annual budget $12,608
• Swiss Church to turn over approximately $130,000 in cemetery accounts, including perpetual care fund
• Discussion of ownership options: Village of New Glarus vs. 501(c)(13) Cemetery Company
• Administrative tasks identified: selling plots, digitizing records, coordinating with funeral homes

7 24

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss and consider several items, including a building project update, environmental review, and the formation of a building committee. They will also discuss the RFP/RFQ process and the 2025 budget. The meeting includes public comment, approval of minutes, and reports from various teams.

• Discussion and Consideration: Building Project Update
• Discussion and Consideration: Environmental Review
• Discussion and Consideration: Building Committee
• Discussion and Consideration: RFP/RFQ
• Discussion and Consideration: 2025 Budget

7 17

The New Glarus Plan Commission will hold a public hearing on the creation of Tax Increment Financing District No. 5 (TID 5), a mixed-use district covering nearly 290 acres for residential, industrial, and commercial development. Following the hearing, the commission will consider Resolution 24-1 to approve the TID 5 project plan and boundary. The meeting also includes approval of the agenda and minutes from the June 5, 2024 meeting.

• Public hearing on TID 5 creation boundary and project plan
• Consideration of Resolution 24-1 approving the TID 5 project plan and boundary
• TID 5 includes about 97 acres vacant residential land requiring at least 230 housing units
• Planned industrial development on 97.12 acres in the northeast area of the district
• Commercial and mixed-use development on 15.43 acres in the central and south portions

7 16

The New Glarus Personnel/Finance Committee will meet to discuss Police Department staffing and approve claims. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from July 2 and public comment.

• Consideration/discussion of Police Department staffing
• Approval of claims (check register from July 2 meeting attached)
• Approval of July 2, 2024 meeting minutes

7 16

The Village Board will consider Ordinance 24-09 to add poison hemlock to the noxious weeds list, discuss awarding a water reservoir SCADA integrator contract to L.W. Allen, and review future library operational costs. The consent agenda includes approvals of June 2024 financials, police report, building inspection report, claims totaling $24,810.68 in checks and $50,401.37 in payroll, an operator license for Jeanne Gempeler, and a special event permit for the New Glarus Fire Department's Firefest.

• Ordinance 24-09 to add poison hemlock to the municipal noxious weeds list
• Award of water reservoir SCADA integrator contract to L.W. Allen (no dollar amount specified)
• Discussion of future library operational costs
• Denial of operator license for Shayne Hudson
• Resolution 24-16 to appoint Matthew Halvorsen as full-time Public Works Laborer

7 8

The New Glarus Fire District will review the Fire Chief’s report regarding personnel, equipment, and repairs. The board will also discuss the 2024 budget of $230,100.00 and the upcoming 2025 budget.

• Review of the 2024 budget totaling $230,100.00
• Discussion of the 2025 budget
• Fire Chief’s report on personnel, trucks, and equipment
• Approval of June 10, 2024, meeting minutes

7 2

The Personnel/Finance Committee will meet to discuss the Public Works and Utilities Director role. The agenda also includes routine approvals for meeting minutes and village claims.

• Discussion regarding the Public Works & Utilities Director position
• Approval of June 18, 2024 meeting minutes
• Approval of village claims

7 2

The Village Board is considering a resolution to authorize $500,000 in match funds for a library grant application. The board will also discuss updates to the municipal zoning code and potential staffing changes within the Public Works and Utilities departments. Additionally, the agenda includes reviewing parking regulation amendments.

• Resolution 24-15: Authorizing $500,000 in match funds for a library grant application
• Ordinance 24-04: Revising and reorganizing land uses and zoning districts
• Ordinance 24-08: Amending parking regulations on the north side of 3rd Avenue
• Discussion regarding staffing for Public Works and Utilities Departments

7 1

The Board of Trustees met to discuss updates on the library building project, which has spent $854,632.17 to date. The meetings also included officer elections and decisions regarding property sales and student trustee positions.

• Approved election of new officers including President Daniel Ramirez
• Authorized listing the Hwy 39 property for $99,500
• Approved $8,950 contract with Coakley Brothers to move shelving
• Approved $4,500 contract revision for water main rerouting
• Appointed Julie Hawkins as Youth Services Librarian

6 27

The Joint Review Board will review and discuss the proposed boundary and project plan for Tax Increment Financing District No. 5 (TID 5). The board will also schedule a meeting for August 14, 2024, regarding the creation of this district.

• Review of Tax Increment Financing District No. 5 proposed boundary and project plan
• Scheduling of next meeting for TID 5 creation on August 14, 2024

6 26

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will review updates regarding a building project and the building committee. The board will also consider survey results and a capital account transfer for bills paid.

• Building Project Update
• Capital account transfer for bills paid
• Survey results and timeline
• Building Committee Update
• CFSW Financial Report

6 19

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will receive an update on a building project. The board also plans to deliberate on the purchase of public property.

• Building project update
• Deliberation regarding the purchase of public property

6 18

The Personnel/Finance Committee will discuss wage considerations for Public Works Laborer and Wastewater Treatment Operator positions. The committee will also consider a 6-month Certificate of Deposit expiring on July 8, 2024.

• Discussion regarding wages for Public Works Laborer and Wastewater Treatment Operator roles
• Consideration of a 6-month Certificate of Deposit expiring July 8, 2024
• Approval of claims, including $39,751.00 to B&B Transformer Inc for transformers

6 18

The Village Board will consider applications for electric and water utility rate increases that would impact monthly residential bills. The agenda also includes a rezone request for the Carey Annexation and corrections to sewer utility user charges. Additionally, the board will review various business licenses and proposed wage increases for village employees.

• Electric utility rate application proposing a $10.70 average monthly residential increase
• Water utility rate application proposing an $11.27 average monthly residential increase
• Ordinance 24-06 to rezone the Carey Annexation from Agricultural to Industrial
• Resolution 24-14 to increase a Public Works Laborer's wage from $20.50 to $25.00 per hour
• Ordinance 24-07 to correct errors in Sewer Utility user charges

6 12

The Parks & Recreation Committee will discuss the Candy Cane Park Playground Project. The meeting also includes a monthly report and approval of the April 10, 2024 minutes.

• Candy Cane Park Playground Project discussion
• Monthly Parks & Recreation Report
• Approval of April 10, 2024 minutes

6 12

The Public Works and Public Safety Committee will discuss applications for electric and water utility rate changes. The meeting also includes consideration of alcohol beverage licenses and a potential parking change on 3rd Avenue.

• Proposed 11.86% increase in electric utility revenue requirement ($330,278).
• Proposed residential electric customer charge increase from $11.00 to $13.50 per month.
• Alcohol beverage license applications for businesses including Casey's and Blanchardville Co-op.
• Discussion of no parking on the north side of 3rd Avenue near New Glarus Bible Church.
• Consideration of operator license denial for Amanda Parsons.

6 12

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss updates regarding a building project. The board is also scheduled to consider design elements and the formation of a building committee. A closed session is planned to deliberate on the purchase of public property.

• Building project update discussion
• Design considerations and approval discussion
• Building committee discussion
• Closed session regarding potential purchase of public property

6 11

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request from New Glarus Brewing Company to exceed the 35-foot maximum building height limit. The proposal includes a brewhall addition and new production, office, and depot buildings near Highway 69. The variance is requested due to the property's significant changes in elevation.

• Height variance request for expansion near 2400 Hwy 69
• Proposed brewhall addition and new production, office, and depot building
• Request to exceed 35-foot maximum height in the Industrial district

6 10

The joint boards will discuss an offer from the Village of New Glarus to purchase Town property for use as a future public library. The meeting also includes agenda approval and nominations for meeting chair.

• Discussion of Village offer to purchase Town property for a future public library

6 10

The New Glarus Fire District will review the 2024 budget, totaling $230,100.00, and discuss the 2025 budget. The meeting also includes a report from the Fire Chief regarding personnel, equipment, and building maintenance.

• Review of 2024 budget totaling $230,100.00
• Discussion of 2025 budget
• Fire Chief's report on personnel, trucks, equipment, and grounds
• Approval of district and department bills

6 5

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss an update on the building project. The board will also consider hiring a facilitator for a community survey. The meeting includes reviews of bills and various committee reports.

• Building project update discussion
• Consideration of hiring a facilitator for a community survey
• Review of bills and financial statement
• Reports from library administration, teams, and Friends of the Library

6 5

The Plan Commission will consider a request to rezone two annexed parcels from Agricultural to Industrial. This follows the annexation of approximately 25.19 acres from the Town of New Glarus.

• Zoning change for Parcels 23024-0190.0240 and 23024-0190.0310
• Reclassification from Agricultural (A) to Industrial (I)

6 4

The Village Board will discuss Ordinance 24-04, which proposes to revise zoning districts and redefine land uses, including 'Tourist Lodging.' The board will also review the 2023 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report and receive an update on the library project. Additionally, the meeting includes discussions on committee appointments and a new village investment policy.

• Ordinance 24-04: Revising zoning districts and land use definitions, including 'Tourist Lodging'
• Resolution 24-12: Review of the 2023 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report
• Special Event Permit: Wilhelm Tell Festival & Art in the Park for September 1, 2024
• Approval of claims totaling $90,487.25, including payroll vouchers of $40,431.01
• Library Project update and grant application discussion

6 4

The Village of New Glarus Personnel/Finance Committee will meet at Village Hall on June 4 to discuss the village’s investment policy. The agenda also covers routine administrative duties, including approving minutes from May 7 and authorizing payment for recent municipal claims.

• Discussion of the Village of New Glarus investment policy
• Approval of minutes from the May 7, 2024 meeting
• Review and approval of regular municipal claims and vendor payments
• Public comment period for residents

2024 Audited Financial Report

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• Review of 2024 audited financial report

5 28

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5 21

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5 21

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5 16

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5 15

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2024 Tax Insert

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