Reedsburg public meetings in 2022

Common Council

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Common Council for December 26, 2022, was canceled for Christmas. No items were listed for discussion or action.

• Meeting canceled for Christmas

Airport Commission

The Reedsburg Airport Commission meeting scheduled for December 22, 2022, was cancelled. No business or items were listed for discussion.

Public Works Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Public Works Committee for December 21, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or action.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals on December 20, 2022, has been cancelled. No business or topics were listed for discussion or action.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss using city-owned flood properties for recreational purposes. The committee will also receive an update on department projects and programs.

• Discussion of city-owned flood properties for recreation
• Update on department projects and programs
• Approval of November 15, 2022, meeting minutes

The committee met on December 20, 2022, and approved the minutes from the November 15 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken during the session.

• Approved November 15, 2022 minutes (5-0)

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will discuss local channel fees and the 2023 allocation of joint expenses among departments. The meeting includes updates from the water, electric, and telecom departments. The commission will also recognize Jon Craker for 25 years of service.

• Consideration of local channel fees
• 2023 allocation of joint expenses among departments
• ETC certification in non-RDOF service areas
• LightSpeed on-call and trouble ticket policy
• Charges for restoration of plant damages caused by others

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will review applications for two conditional use permits. These include a home business for firearm sales and the conversion of a building into an industrial assembly facility.

• Conditional Use Permit for firearm sales at 432 Franklin St
• Conditional Use Permit for industrial assembly business at 605 S Albert Ave

The Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for a firearm sales and repair business at 432 Franklin Street. It also approved a permit to convert a building into an industrial assembly business at 605 S Albert Avenue.

• Approved CUP for firearm sales and repair at 432 Franklin Street with contingencies (Approved)
• Approved CUP for industrial assembly business at 605 S Albert Avenue (Approved; Brunken abstained)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss several preservation topics. The agenda includes updates on cleaning historic tombstones and considering the use of local art in public spaces. The commission will also consider website renewal and various historical projects.

• Update on cleaning/maintenance of historic tombstones
• Consideration of local art in public spaces
• Consideration of HPC website renewal
• Discussion regarding video history, grants, and historical signs

The commission approved approximately $300 for the annual renewal of the HPC website. Other items discussed included tombstone maintenance and public art, but no further actions were taken.

• Approved 11/14/22 minutes
• Approved approximately $300 for annual website renewal

Airport Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several land use changes, including a survey map to divide property at S3376 S Dewey Ave. The commission will also review requests for two annexations and a rezoning from Agricultural to Government.

• CSM to divide property at S3376 S Dewey Ave
• Annexation of S3376 S Dewey Ave
• Rezoning S3376 S Dewey Ave from Agricultural to Government
• Annexation at NW corner of W Main St, Alexander Ave & City View Dr

The Plan Commission recommended that City Council approve the annexation and rezoning of property at S3376 S Dewey Ave for a future lift station. The commission also recommended approval for the annexation of property at the NW corner of W Main St, Alexander Ave, and City View Dr.

• Recommended approval of CSM to divide property at S3376 S Dewey Ave
• Recommended approval of annexation for S3376 S Dewey Ave
• Recommended approval of rezoning from Agricultural to Government for S3376 S Dewey Ave
• Recommended approval of annexation at NW corner of W Main St & Alexander Ave & City View Dr

Common Council

The Common Council approved a financial agreement to fund the city's portion of the Reedsburg Area Ambulance Service Station addition. Members also approved an amended MOU for Huntington Park Apartments Building 3 and denied a trip-and-fall claim. Several annexation and rezoning ordinances were given first readings with public hearings set for January 9, 2023.

• Approved amended MOU with Huntington Park Apartments for Building 3 (8-0)
• Denied trip-and-fall claim from Ed Schroeder (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4493-22 changing City Attorney sponsoring office (8-0)
• Accepted Building Inspector's recommendation regarding code violations at 541 S. Park Street (7-1)
• Approved first reading and Jan 9 public hearing for Ordinance 1948-22 annexation (0.67 acres) (8-0)
• Approved first reading and Jan 9 public hearing for Ordinance 1950-22 rezoning (8-0)
• Approved purchase of portion of parcel 030-0558-00000 for lift station construction (8-0)
• Approved financial agreement for Reedsburg Area Ambulance Service Station addition (8-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Library Board of Trustees will review the November 10 meeting minutes and recent financial reports. The board is also scheduled to consider social media archiving software.

• Consideration of social media archiving software
• Review of November bills and finance report

The Board approved the 2023 closed dates and established new year-round Saturday hours from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. starting January 1. Financial reports and bills totaling $10,001.96 were approved.

• Approved 2023 closed dates
• Approved Saturday hours of 9-2 year round beginning January 1
• Approved $10,001.96 in bills
• Authorized acceptance of estate funds for deposit into the building fund
• Approved finance report

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission meeting scheduled for December 7, 2022, was cancelled. No business was listed for discussion or action.

Personnel Committee

This meeting of the Reedsburg Personnel Committee is limited to procedural matters. The agenda includes the approval of minutes but lists no specific general business for discussion. The committee will receive information from the public on non-agenda topics without taking action.

• Approval of minutes

RAAS Commission

The commission is meeting to discuss a proposed ambulance addition. The agenda includes reviewing a construction bid and considering funding for the project.

• Presentation regarding the ambulance addition
• Construction bid from Harmony Construction
• Contract between municipalities relating to the addition
• Funding approval for the addition
• Appointment of a signatory relating to the addition

Airport Commission

The City Plan Commission will consider several rezoning requests for business and residential use. The meeting also includes a final site plan review for a new fieldhouse.

• Rezoning 851 S Albert Ave & 1001 Bindl Dr to B-3 Business and R-3 Residential
• Rezoning 1313 & 1351 8th St for residential development and city parkland
• Final Site Plan Review for a new fieldhouse at 1401 Viking Dr

The Plan Commission recommended two rezoning requests to the Council for affordable and 55+ housing developments. The commission also approved the final site plan for a new fieldhouse.

• Recommended approval to Council for rezoning 851 S Albert Ave & 1001 Bindl Dr to B-3 Business and R-3 Residential for affordable housing
• Recommended approval to Council for rezoning 1313 & 1351 8th St to Government & R-3 Residential for 55+ housing and parkland
• Approved final site plan for new fieldhouse at 1401 Viking Dr
• Approved 11/8/22 meeting minutes

Common Council

The Common Council will review resolutions regarding the sale of community development bonds and promissory notes totaling over $4.9 million. The agenda also includes first readings for two rezoning ordinances affecting S. Albert Drive and Eighth Street. Additionally, the council will administer an oath to a new police officer.

• Resolution 4491-22: Sale of up to $1,575,000 General Obligation Community Development Bonds
• Resolution 4492-22: Issuance of up to $3,405,000 Taxable General Obligation Promissory Notes
• Ordinance 1946-22: Rezoning in the 800 block of S. Albert Drive and Bindl Subdivision
• Ordinance 1947-22: Rezoning parcels in the 1400 block of Eighth Street
• Bid award for TID 9 Business Park signal equipment purchase

The Common Council approved resolutions for the sale of community development bonds and taxable general obligation promissory notes. The council also scheduled public hearings for two rezoning ordinances and approved a signal equipment purchase for the TID 9 Business Park.

• Approved Resolution 4491-22 for General Obligation Community Development Bonds not to exceed $1,575,000 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4492-22 for Taxable General Obligation Promissory Notes not to exceed $3,405,000 (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4490-22 for membership in the AARP Network of Age-Friendly Communities (8-0)
• Scheduled January 9, 2023 public hearing for Ordinance 1946-22 rezoning in 800 block of South Albert Drive and Bindl Subdivision (8-0)
• Scheduled January 9, 2023 public hearing for Ordinance 1947-22 rezoning in 1400 block of Eighth Street (8-0)
• Approved Signal Equipment Purchase Award for TID 9 Business Park (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Ann Franke to the Reedsburg Industrial & Commercial Development Commission (7-0)
• Approved appointment of Alder Missy Frenz to the Parks Committee (7-0)

Airport Commission

The Reedsburg Airport Commission meeting consists of procedural matters. No substantive business or new topics are listed for discussion at this meeting.

• Approval of minutes

RAAS Commission

The commission will vote on funding and a bid from Harmony Construction for an addition. Members will also discuss ambulance coverage for the Village of Rock Springs.

• Funding for an addition
• Addition bid from Harmony Construction
• Appointment of a signatory relating to the addition
• Discussion about ambulance coverage for the Village of Rock Springs

Utility Commission

The commission will review financial reports and department updates for the Electric, Water, and Telecom departments. The meeting includes consideration of truck bids for the Water Department and interest rates on short-term borrowing for the Telecom Department.

• Consideration of truck bids for the Water Department
• Consideration of interest rates on short-term borrowing for the Telecom Department
• Approval of bills and review of financial reports
• Updates from Electric, Water, and Telecom departments

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review purchase bids for traffic signal equipment at the TID 9 Business Park. The meeting also includes an update on current projects.

• TID 9 Business Park traffic signal equipment purchase bids
• Update on current projects

The Public Works Committee recommended a bid from TAPCO for traffic signal equipment at the TID 9 Business Park. The committee also approved the minutes from the October 19, 2022 meeting.

• Approved October 19, 2022 meeting minutes
• Recommended TAPCO bid of $65,435.00 for TID 9 Business Park Traffic Signal Equipment to the Common Council

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will enter into a closed session to interview candidates for the position of Police Lieutenant. This meeting involves personnel considerations under section 19.85(1)(c). No other business is scheduled for this meeting.

• Closed session for interviewing candidates for the position of Police Lieutenant

The commission entered a closed session to interview candidates for promotion to Police Lieutenant. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Entered closed session to interview Police Lieutenant candidates (5-0)
• Exited closed session (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals on November 15, 2022, was cancelled. No business or agenda items were listed for this session.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will receive updates regarding the Field House project and the South School project. The committee will also review department projects and programs.

• Update of Field House project
• Update of South School project
• Update of department projects and programs
• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2022

The committee approved the minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting. No actions were taken regarding the field house project, South School project, or other department programs.

• Approved September 20, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Community Development Authority

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Community Development Authority on November 15, 2022, was cancelled. No business or discussions were scheduled for this date.

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission is holding a special meeting to consider the 2023 electric and water budgets. The commission will also hold a closed session regarding LightSpeed budget and service rates.

• Consideration of 2023 Electric and Water budget
• Closed session regarding 2023 LightSpeed budget and service rates

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider several items related to local history and public spaces. This includes discussions on local art in public areas and a potential historic virtual tour. The committee will also review topics regarding video history, grants, and historical signs.

• Local art in public spaces
• Future historic virtual tour
• Video history videos and grants
• History room and Certified Local Government status
• Historical signs

The commission approved the minutes from the October 10, 2022 meeting. Members discussed a potential cemetery tour, a video draft by Lee Gnatzig, and the placement of a Perry House plaque.

• Approved 10/10/22 minutes

Common Council

The Common Council will consider Resolution 4488-22 to adopt the 2023 Budget and set the tax levy. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding code violations at 541 S. Park Street and a discussion of Reedsburg Area Ambulance renovation costs.

• Adopting the 2023 Budget and setting the tax levy (Resolution 4488-22)
• Public hearing regarding City Code 452-15 & 16 violations at 541 S. Park Street
• Reviewing bids for the Fieldhouse Project
• Discussion of Reedsburg Area Ambulance renovation and per capita costs
• Appointment of Clair Fedderly to the Library Board

The Common Council approved the 2023 budget and tax levy. The council also awarded the Reedsburg Fieldhouse Project contract to the lowest bidder. A public hearing regarding code violations at 541 S. Park Street was postponed.

• Approved Resolution 4488-22 adopting the 2023 Budget and Setting the Tax Levy (8-0)
• Approved $5,980,953.00 low bid from Fowler & Hammer, Inc. for the Reedsburg Fieldhouse Project (8-0)
• Tabled public hearing regarding City Code 452-15 & 16 violations at 541 S. Park Street to December 12, 2022 (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including October paid bills and Building Permit Report (8-0)
• Appointed Clair Fedderly as Reedsburg School District Representative to the Library Board (8-0)
• Cancelled the Common Council meeting for December 26, 2022 (8-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will discuss potential changes to library operating hours and review the schedule for 2023 closed dates. The board will also consider authorizing the Treasurer to accept an estate bequest.

• Authorization for Treasurer to accept estate bequest
• Review of 2023 closed dates
• Consideration of change to library hours

The Library Board of Trustees approved the September finance report and bills totaling $19,660.28. The board also reviewed September circulation and program statistics and toured ongoing staff workroom renovations.

• Approved September finance report
• Approved $19,660.28 in library operating bills
• Approved September meeting minutes

City Plan

The Reedsburg City Plan Commission will consider site plans for a storage building addition at 1200 Industrial Dr and a new commercial building at 660 S Albert Ave. The commission will also discuss potential zoning amendments and the 2042 Comprehensive Plan.

• Site plan review: 16,561 square foot storage building addition at 1200 Industrial Dr
• Site plan review: new 4-unit commercial building at 660 S Albert Ave
• Possible future zoning amendments for accessory buildings and mobile home park signs
• Discussion of 2042 Comp Plan implementation and flood properties

The Plan Commission approved two site plan reviews for industrial and commercial developments. The commission also discussed potential zoning amendments and the 2042 Comprehensive Plan.

• Approved site plan for 16,561 square foot storage building addition to Cellox at 1200 Industrial Dr
• Approved site plan for 4-unit commercial building at 660 S Albert Ave
• Approved 10/11/22 meeting minutes

Personnel Committee

This meeting consists of procedural boilerplate with no specific business topics listed for discussion or action. The committee will receive information from the public on non-agenda topics but will not discuss them at this meeting.

• Approval of minutes

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission will consider a site plan for a 16,561 square foot storage addition to Cellox at 1200 Industrial Dr. The meeting includes discussions on Business Retention & Expansion Survey results and the School-to Work initiative. Updates are also planned regarding workforce housing and the Viking Drive extension.

• Site plan for a new 16,561 square foot storage addition to Cellox at 1200 Industrial Dr
• Discussion of Business Retention & Expansion Survey results
• Update on Viking Drive extension and Airport Master Plan amendment
• Update on workforce housing activities

The Commission recommended approval of a site plan for a 16,561 square foot storage addition at Cellox. Members also received updates on workforce housing, the Airport Master Plan, and various local development projects.

• Approved 1/19/2022 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of 16,561 square foot storage addition for Cellox at 1200 Industrial Dr

Airport Commission

The Reedsburg Airport Commission will meet to consider the airport lease rate policy and receive updates on current projects. The meeting also includes approval of minutes from the September 22, 2022, meeting.

• Consideration of Airport Lease Rate Policy
• Update on current projects
• Approval of September 22, 2022, meeting minutes

The Airport Commission approved the Airport Lease Rate Policy dated October 27, 2022. This policy will apply to new leases and renewals. The commission also approved the minutes from the September 22, 2022 meeting.

• Approved minutes from September 22, 2022 meeting
• Approved Airport Lease Rate Policy dated 10/27/2022

RAAS Commission

The Ambulance Service Commission will discuss bids and potential financing for an ambulance building addition. The commission may also consider a county-wide mutual aid agreement. Approval of September financial statements and previous meeting minutes is also on the agenda.

• Bids for the ambulance building addition
• Financing for the building addition
• County-wide mutual aid agreement
• September 2022 financial statements

Ordinance Committee

The Reedsburg Ordinance Committee will consider a junk car and junk violation at 424 Laurel St. The committee is also scheduled to approve minutes from the July 25, 2022 meeting.

• Junk car and junk violation review at 424 Laurel St (parcel #1084-00000)
• Approval of July 25, 2022 meeting minutes

Common Council

The Common Council will review several utility and infrastructure items, including a loan application for the Reedsburg Utility. The meeting also includes discussions on wastewater treatment plant design and updates to floodplain zoning.

• Resolution 4489-22: Reedsburg Utility USDA ReConnect Program loan application
• Resolution 4487-22: Setting 2023 WWTP sewer rates
• Ordinance 1937-22: Amendment to Chapter 650 - Floodplain Zoning
• Engineering contract for Waste Water Treatment Plant final design
• Certified Survey Map for parcels at 405 N. Webb Avenue

The Common Council approved Resolution 4489-22 authorizing the Reedsburg Utility to apply for a USDA ReConnect Program loan. The council also approved a certified survey map for parcels at 405 N. Webb Avenue, a contract with Town & Country Engineering for final design of the Waste Water Treatment Plant, Resolution 4487-22 setting 2023 sewer rates, and Ordinance 1937-22 amending floodplain zoning. All votes were 8-0.

• Approved Resolution 4489-22 authorizing Reedsburg Utility to apply for USDA ReConnect loan (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4486-22 and certified survey map for parcels at 405 N. Webb Avenue (8-0)
• Approved contract with Town & Country Engineering for WWTP final design (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4487-22 setting 2023 WWTP sewer rates (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1937-22 amending Chapter 650 Floodplain Zoning (8-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission meeting scheduled for October 19, 2022, was cancelled. No business or actions were scheduled for this date.

Public Works Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the September 21, 2022 meeting. Members will consider recommendations for 2023 sewer rates and a contract with Town & Country Engineering for new wastewater treatment plant design. They will also discuss a stop sign request at North Wengel Drive and Huntington Park Drive.

• Recommendation of Resolution 4487-22 regarding 2023 Sewer Rates
• Consideration of Town & Country Engineering contract for new WWTP final design
• Stop sign request at the intersection of North Wengel Drive and Huntington Park Drive
• Update on current projects

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will review the Q3 2022 activity reports for both the police and fire departments. The commission will also approve minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting.

• Review Police Activity Report for Quarter 3 of 2022
• Review Fire Activity Report for Quarter 3 of 2022
• Approval of minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting

The Reedsburg Police & Fire Commission met on October 18, 2022, and took only procedural actions: adopting the agenda and approving prior minutes, both by 4-0 votes. The police chief reported a 1.19% increase in activity, a 6.07% drop in arrests, and updates on new hires, a K9 unit, a wellness check program, and license plate readers. The fire chief reported 39 of 41 firefighter positions filled, 182 year-to-date calls, a home safety program, and a chili supper donation of about $11,000. No substantive decisions or votes on policy, contracts, or ordinances were made.

• Adopted the meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned the meeting (4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals will meet to consider two zoning variance requests. One request involves replacing ground signs at 2701 E Main St, while another concerns exceeding size limits for accessory buildings at 626 N Webb Ave. The board will also approve minutes from the September 20, 2022 meeting.

• Zoning variance to replace two ground signs at 2701 E Main St
• Zoning variance to exceed accessory building size limits at 626 N Webb Ave

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved two zoning variances. The first allowed replacement ground signs at 2701 E Main St for Courtyard MHP LLC. The second approved a variance for James Haas to exceed the accessory building size limit at 626 N Webb Ave, with conditions on height and landscaping. Both motions passed 4-0 except the second which passed 3-1.

• Approved variance to replace two ground signs at 2701 E Main St for Courtyard MHP LLC, with condition that locations are verified prior to installation. Motion approved 4-0.
• Approved variance for James Haas to exceed accessory building size limit at 626 N Webb Ave, with conditions that height is no higher than existing garage and landscaping is provided on south side. Motion approved 3-1 (Luepke opposed).

Parks & Recreation Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee for October 18, 2022, has been cancelled. No business or discussions were listed for this session.

Common Council

The Common Council will review a presentation regarding the proposed 2023 All Funds budget. The council will also receive information on non-agenda topics from members of the public, but no action will be taken on those items during this meeting.

• Review of Proposed 2023 Budget - All Funds

The Reedsburg Common Council held a special budget workshop to review the proposed FY2023 budget for all funds. No votes were taken on the budget itself; the only action was a motion to adjourn, which passed 9-0.

• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will discuss updates for the water, electric, and telecom departments. The Commission will consider adding Veteran's Day as an employee holiday and reviewing truck bids.

• Termination of Pole Sharing Licensing Agreement with Frontier Communications
• Adding Veteran's Day as an employee holiday for active or honorably discharged veterans
• Consideration of truck bids for the Telecom Department
• ReConnect loan application update
• Employee Service Recognition for Jim Kreke

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss the 2022 budget year-to-date projections and an update on the staff workroom. The meeting also includes reviewing September bills and the minutes from the September 8 meeting.

• 2022 Budget YTD / Projection
• Staff Workroom Update
• Review of September bills

The Reedsburg Public Library Board approved the 2023 budget proposal as presented. The board also approved the agenda, August meeting minutes, finance report, and bills totaling $11,088.61. A closed session was held to discuss employment matters. The director's report noted 12,353 items circulated and 11,776 visitors in August.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved August meeting minutes with spelling corrections (unanimous)
• Approved finance report (unanimous)
• Approved bills totaling $11,088.61 (unanimous)
• Approved closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of library staff (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 budget proposal as presented (unanimous)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will review updates and consider a closed session regarding a startup business plan under the Business Incubator Program. The committee will also consider additional funding for Beauty & Joy.

• Approval of August 16, 2022 minutes
• Closed session to review a startup business plan under the Business Incubator Program
• Additional funding consideration for Beauty & Joy under the Business Incubator Program

City Plan

The Reedsburg City Plan Commission will review a certified survey map for 405 N Webb Ave. The commission will also consider a site plan review for parking lot expansion at 1300 Fuhrman Dr and discuss the Riffey Transload business.

• Certified Survey Map for 405 N Webb Ave
• Site Plan Review for parking lot expansion at 1300 Fuhrman Dr
• Discussion of Riffey Transload business at 410 South Ave

The Reedsburg Plan Commission approved a Certified Survey Map to create a lot without 40 feet of frontage at 405 N Webb Ave, subject to a road maintenance agreement. It also approved a site plan for a parking lot expansion at 1300 Fuhrman Dr for Korth Transfer, Inc., with paving required within 12 months. The commission discussed complaints about dust, noise, and traffic from the Riffey Transload business at 410 South Ave but took no formal action.

• Approved Certified Survey Map for 405 N Webb Ave to create a lot without 40' frontage (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for Korth Transfer parking lot expansion at 1300 Fuhrman Dr, with paving within 12 months (unanimous)
• Discussed Riffey Transload business complaints; no action taken

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss items related to local history and public spaces. The meeting includes consideration of local art and a future historic virtual tour.

• Approval of September 12, 2022, meeting minutes
• Consideration of local art in public spaces
• Discussion regarding a future historic virtual tour
• Review of video history, grants, and historical signs
• Discussion on Certified Local Government status

The Historic Preservation Commission approved up to $1,200 for additional headstone cleaning and maintenance, and approved returning the Blue Wing mural to the Ho Chunk. Both motions passed unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made; remaining agenda items were informational only.

• Approved up to $1,200 for additional headstone cleaning (motion by Liegel, second Smith)
• Approved returning the Blue Wing mural to the Ho Chunk (motion by Slaats, second Manion)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider authorizing $1,575,000 in general obligation bonds for community development projects. The agenda also includes a public hearing on amendments to city zoning standards. Other items include the approval of September 2022 bills and reports.

• Resolution 4484-22 authorizing $1,575,000 in bonds for community development projects
• Public hearing on Ordinance 1945-22 regarding zoning standards
• Proclamation designating October 2022 as Fair Housing Month
• Approval of September 2022 paid bills and building permit report

The Common Council approved a $1,575,000 general obligation bond issue for community development projects in Tax Incremental Districts. They also directed publication of the notice to electors related to the bond issue. A zoning ordinance amendment was adopted after a public hearing. All votes were unanimous 7-0.

• Approved $1,575,000 GO bonds for TID projects (7-0)
• Directed publication of bond notice to electors (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1945-22 amending zoning code (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, paid bills, building permits, Fair Housing Month proclamation, and election worker appointment (7-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will review minutes from the February 7, 2022 meeting. The committee is also scheduled to discuss 2023 budget requests and consider a market rate adjustment for Police Communications and non-sworn personnel.

• Discussion of 2023 Budget Requests
• Market rate adjustment for Police Communications/Non-Sworn staff
• Approval of February 7, 2022 meeting minutes

The Reedsburg Personnel Committee approved minutes from February 7, 2022 (5-0). They discussed a potential 4% cost-of-living adjustment for general employees for the 2023 budget year but took no action. The committee voted 5-0 to recommend to the City Council a 6% market-rate adjustment for Communications employees for the 2023 budget year. The meeting adjourned at 5:11 PM.

• Approved minutes from February 7, 2022 (5-0)
• Recommended to Council a 6% market-rate adjustment for Communications employees for 2023 (5-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on a 4% cost-of-living adjustment for general employees

Common Council

The Common Council will review several ordinances, including updates to floodplain zoning and the city's 2042 Comprehensive Plan. The agenda also includes a presentation on the Reedsburg Fieldhouse update.

• Adoption of the 2042 Comprehensive Plan (Ordinance 1944-22)
• Site plan amendment for Huntington Park Apartments at 1840 Huntington Park Drive
• Resolution regarding TID 9 - Amendment No. 3
• Ordinance to amend floodplain zoning
• Exemption from the Sauk County Library Tax

The Common Council unanimously approved Resolution 4482-22, amending Tax Incremental District (TID) 9, and adopted Ordinance 1944-22, the 2042 Comprehensive Plan for the city. They also exempted the city from paying the Sauk County Library Tax, approved a certified survey map for a parcel in the extraterritorial zone, and amended a site plan for Huntington Park Apartments Building 3. A public hearing was set for October 24, 2022, on a floodplain zoning ordinance amendment.

• Approved Resolution 4482-22 amending TID 9 (8-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 1944-22, the 2042 Comprehensive Plan (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4483-22 exempting city from Sauk County Library Tax (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4480-22 adopting Certified Survey Map for parcel 030-0595-00000 (9-0)
• Approved amended Planned Development Group/Site Plan for Huntington Park Apartments Building 3 (9-0)
• Set public hearing for October 24, 2022 on Ordinance 1937-22 amending floodplain zoning (9-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission is meeting to consider extending the lease and operations agreement for Reedsburg Aviation. The commission will also discuss the airport management contract extension and event use at the southeast corner of the airport.

• Extension of Reedsburg Aviation's Lease and Operations Agreement
• Extension of Reedsburg Aviation's Airport Management Contract
• Use of the southeast corner of the airport for Butterfest Demo and Tractor Pull

The Reedsburg Airport Commission approved a 5-year extension of the Reedsburg Aviation Lease and Operations Agreement and a 5-year extension of the Airport Management contract. Discussion was held on creating a policy for lease rates and on allowing Butterfest events at the airport, but no action was taken on those items.

• Approved minutes from May 27, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Extended Reedsburg Aviation Lease and Operations Agreement for 5 years (unanimous)
• Extended Airport Management contract for 5 years (unanimous)
• Discussed but took no action on Butterfest Demo Derby and Tractor Pulls at airport

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission (RICDC) meeting scheduled for September 21, 2022, was cancelled. No other business items were listed on the agenda.

• Cancellation of the September 21, 2022 meeting

Public Works Committee

The committee will receive a presentation from Town and Country Engineering regarding the WWTP project. Members will also discuss 2023 wastewater user rates and receive updates on current projects.

• WWTP project presentation from Town and Country Engineering
• Discussion of 2023 wastewater user rates
• Update on current projects
• Approval of August 17, 2022 minutes

The committee received a presentation on the wastewater treatment plant project, including timelines, lift station and forcemain layouts, and a preliminary site plan. No decisions were made; the project is expected to have plans and specifications by late 2023 with bidding in winter 2023/2024. Sewer rate increases were discussed but no action was taken; more details will be presented in October.

• Approved minutes from August 17, 2022 meeting (unanimous)
• Adjourned at 7:20 p.m. (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request to create a lot without the required 40 feet of street frontage at 405 N Webb Ave. The board will also review a zoning interpretation regarding accessory structures with attached lean-tos.

• Zoning variance for 405 N Webb Ave to create a lot without 40’ of frontage
• Zoning interpretation for accessory structures with attached lean-to

The board approved a zoning variance for a city-owned parcel at 405 N Webb Ave that lacks 40 feet of public street frontage, allowing Gatlin Fenwick to purchase it for a yearly triathlon. The approval is conditional on establishing a road maintenance agreement for the private access drive. The board also upheld the zoning administrator's interpretation that lean-to structures with posts count toward the maximum size of accessory buildings.

• Approved zoning variance for 405 N Webb Ave parcel lacking public street frontage (3-0), conditioned on a road maintenance agreement
• Upheld zoning administrator's interpretation that lean-to with posts counts toward maximum accessory building size (3-0)
• Approved minutes from August 16, 2022 meeting (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider 2023 pool fees and the RACA rental policy. The committee will also receive an update on department projects and programs.

• Approval of August 16, 2022 minutes
• Consideration of 2023 pool fees
• Consideration of RACA rental policy
• Update of department projects and programs

The Parks and Recreation Committee voted 4-0 to increase pool fees by $5 on all season passes and lessons. No action was taken on the RACA rental policy or on department project updates. The meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.

• Approved $5 increase on all pool season passes and lessons (4-0)
• Approved August 16, 2022 minutes (4-0)
• No action taken on RACA rental policy
• No action taken on department projects and programs update

Community Development Authority

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Community Development Authority for September 20, 2022, has been cancelled. No business or actions were listed for this session.

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will review financial reports, approve bills, and hold a preliminary budget discussion. The meeting includes updates from the electric, water, and telecom departments. Members will also consider a resolution regarding signing authority for LightSpeed telecommunications.

• Preliminary budget discussion
• Resolution for LightSpeed telecommunication signing authority
• Review of truck bids
• Financial reports and bill approvals

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will review the 2042 Comprehensive Plan and a floodplain ordinance amendment. The commission is also considering an amendment to add three apartments at Huntington Park Drive and a parcel division on Lane Drive.

• Recommendation for the 2042 Comprehensive Plan (Resolution 4479-22)
• Permit amendment for three additional apartments at Huntington Park Dr
• Adoption of TID No. 9 Amendment No. 3 (Resolution 4481-22)
• Ordinance amendment for Chapter 650 Floodplain Ordinance
• Parcel division for E6248 lane Dr

The Reedsburg Plan Commission recommended approval of a Certified Survey Map to divide a tax parcel, an amended Planned Development Group permit for a 48-unit apartment building (three more units than originally approved), TID No. 9 Amendment No. 3 adding the Saputo property, the 2042 Comprehensive Plan, and a Floodplain Ordinance amendment required by FEMA and Wis DNR. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved Certified Survey Map to divide parcel at E6248 Lane Dr (motion approved)
• Recommended approval of amended Planned Development Group permit for 48-unit apartment building at Huntington Park Dr (motion approved)
• Recommended adoption of TID No. 9 Amendment No. 3 adding Saputo property (motion approved)
• Recommended adoption of 2042 Comprehensive Plan (motion approved)
• Recommended approval of Floodplain Ordinance amendment (motion approved)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will consider several preservation and history-related topics. These include the maintenance of historic tombstones and the use of local art in public spaces. Discussions also cover historical signage and potential virtual tours.

• Cleaning/maintenance of historic tombstones
• Local art in public spaces
• Future historic virtual tour
• Video history, grants, and historical signs

The Historic Preservation Commission approved up to $1,200 to clean six historic tombstones, with a subcommittee formed to select which stones to start. The commission also discussed adding goats to a mural, ordered plaques for the Livery and Perry buildings, and noted no new information on a future historic virtual tour.

• Approved up to $1,200 for cleaning six historic tombstones (motion by Liegel, seconded by Smith)
• Formed subcommittee (Liegel, Martin, Gnatzig) to select initial tombstones for cleaning
• Ordered Livery and Perry plaques

Common Council

The Council will consider a public hearing regarding business code violations at 541 S. Park Street. The agenda also includes bid selection for the TID 9 Hotel Infrastructure project and discussion of boundary agreements with the Town of Reedsburg and Town of Winfield.

• Public hearing on City Code violations at 541 S. Park Street
• Bid selection for TID 9 Hotel Infrastructure Community Development Block Grant project
• First reading of Ordinance 1945-22 regarding zoning amendments
• Discussion of Town of Reedsburg and Town of Winfield boundary agreements
• Approval of election workers Jody Simon, Linda Biskupski, and John Ross

The Common Council approved a bid for the TID 9 Hotel Infrastructure Community Development Block Grant project (9-0) and set a public hearing for September 26, 2022, on Ordinance 1944-22 adopting the 20-year Comprehensive Plan (9-0). A code violation matter at 541 S. Park Street was tabled for further negotiations until October 24, 2022 (9-0). The council also entered and exited closed session regarding a city employee matter.

• Approved consent agenda including August 2022 minutes, paid bills, building permit report, and election worker appointments (9-0)
• Tabled code violation enforcement at 541 S. Park Street for further negotiations until October 24, 2022 (9-0)
• Approved bid for TID 9 Hotel Infrastructure Community Development Block Grant project (9-0)
• Set public hearing for September 26, 2022 on Ordinance 1944-22 adopting the 2042 Comprehensive Plan (9-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss city employee discipline (9-0)
• Exited closed session and adjourned (9-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Public Library Board of Trustees will review financial reports and August bills. The meeting also includes consideration of the 2023 budget proposal.

• Consideration of 2023 Budget proposal
• Review of August bills
• Potential closed session regarding library staff employment or performance evaluation

The Reedsburg Public Library Board of Trustees approved budget planning priorities as presented and a proposal to reorganize the staff workroom. The board also approved the agenda, July meeting minutes, the finance report, and $10,074.93 in operating bills. The director's report noted July circulation of 11,602 and the upcoming retirement of Assistant Director Houtler at year-end.

• Approved the agenda with all members in favor.
• Approved the July meeting minutes with spelling corrections.
• Approved the finance report as presented.
• Approved $10,074.93 in library operating bills.
• Approved budget planning priorities as presented.
• Approved the proposal to reorganize the staff workroom.

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will hold a closed session to consider the interviewing and hiring of police officer candidates. The commission will also receive information on non-agenda topics from members of the public, though no action will be taken on those items at this meeting.

• Interviewing/hiring of Police Officer(s) candidates (closed session)

The Reedsburg Police & Fire Commission met on September 7, 2022, and immediately entered closed session to discuss the hiring of police officer candidates. No other substantive decisions were made during the open portion of the meeting.

• Entered closed session under Wisconsin law 19.85(1)(c) to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of public employees, specifically interviewing/hiring of police officer candidates

Personnel Committee

The agenda contains only procedural items, including the approval of minutes. The call to order is canceled, and no substantive business topics are listed for discussion or action.

• No substantive business items listed.

Airport Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will enter into a closed session to discuss personnel matters. This session focuses on the restructuring of the organizational chart, including considerations for employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data.

• Closed session regarding organizational chart restructuring
• Review of employment, promotion, and compensation data

Airport Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Airport Commission for August 25, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or action.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider the first reading of the 2042 Comprehensive Plan ordinance. The agenda also includes authorizing public bidding for the Reedsburg Fieldhouse and reviewing development agreements for apartment and multi-tenant buildings. Additionally, the council will review a land purchase offer in the Webb Park area.

• Authorizing public bidding for the Reedsburg Fieldhouse project
• MOU with Huntington Park, LLC for apartment construction in TID 9
• MOU with Lynn Properties, LLC for a building at K Street and S. Albert Avenue
• First reading of Ordinance 1944-22 (2042 Comprehensive Plan)
• Purchase of approximately 15 acres in the Webb Park/Poppel Trail area

The Common Council voted 9-0 to authorize the Reedsburg Fieldhouse project to go to public bid. It also approved two memoranda of understanding for development projects in TID 8 and TID 9, and set a public hearing for the 2042 Comprehensive Plan. A counter offer was approved for a land purchase in the Webb Park/Poppel Trail area.

• Authorized Reedsburg Fieldhouse project to go to public bid (9-0)
• Approved MOU with Huntington Park, LLC for building 3 of Huntington Park Apartment Complex in TID 9 (9-0)
• Approved MOU with Lynn Properties, LLC for multi-tenant building at K Street and S. Albert Avenue in TID 8 (9-0)
• Set public hearing for September 26, 2022 on Ordinance 1944-22 (2042 Comprehensive Plan) (9-0)
• Approved counter offer for purchase of ~15 acres in Webb Park/Poppel Trail area (9-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission (RICDC) meeting scheduled for August 17, 2022, was cancelled. No other business or topics were listed on the agenda.

• Cancellation of the August 17, 2022, RICDC meeting

Public Works Committee

The Reedsburg Public Works Committee will meet to approve minutes from July 27, 2022, and receive updates on current projects. The committee will not take action or hold discussions on non-agenda topics brought forward by the public at this meeting.

• Update on current projects

The Public Works Committee approved the previous meeting's minutes and received an update from Steven Zibell on several city projects, including Laurel Street, K Street, and Labansky Road. No action was taken on the updates, and the meeting adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

• Approved minutes from July 27, 2022 meeting (motion by Sporakowski, second by Backeberg, carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two zoning variance requests regarding a fence and business signage. The board will also review the minutes from the July 19, 2022, meeting.

• Variance for a fence over 4 feet tall near the sidewalk at 501 N Park St
• Variance for additional signs and exceeding size limits at 1515 E Main St and 1355 E Main St
• Approval of July 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals approved two zoning variances on August 16, 2022. One allowed a fence at 501 N Park St to exceed height and setback limits, and the other allowed additional and larger signs at Jay's Power Center locations on E Main St. All motions passed unanimously 4-0.

• Approved fence variance at 501 N Park St (4-0)
• Approved sign size variance at 1355 E Main St (4-0)
• Approved 7 wall signs at 1515 E Main St (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will review the minutes from the July 19, 2022, meeting. Members will discuss city trail planning and improvements. The committee will also receive an update on department projects and programs.

• Approval of July 19, 2022, meeting minutes
• Discussion regarding city trail planning and improvements
• Update on department projects and programs

The Parks and Recreation Committee met at Webb Park Splash Pad and approved the July 19, 2022 minutes (4-0). They discussed city trail planning and improvements, as well as department projects and programs, but took no action on either topic. The meeting adjourned at 6:10 p.m.

• Approved July 19, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will review CDA updates and consider first-year funding for Three Mountain Games under the Business Incubator Program. The committee also plans to enter a closed session to review a business plan for a startup business.

• Approval of May 17, 2022 minutes
• Review of CDA updates
• Closed session to review a startup business plan under the Business Incubator Program
• Consideration of first-year funding for Three Mountain Games

The CDA approved $600/month for 12 months for Three Mountain Games under the Business Incubator Program, with an update required at six months. Alder Schulte abstained. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes and adjourned at 6:22 PM.

• Approved $600/month for 12 months for Three Mountain Games under the Business Incubator Program (Schulte abstained)
• Approved minutes from the May 17, 2022 meeting
• Held closed session to review a business plan for a startup under the Business Incubator Program
• Adjourned at 6:22 PM

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will review an audit by Baker Tilly and financial reports. The agenda includes considerations for vehicle and equipment charge rates and the River Valley Phase 3 project.

• Audit presentation by Baker Tilly
• Updates to Vehicle and Equipment Charge Rates
• USDA ReConnect application resolution
• Construction of River Valley Phase 3 project
• Approval of bills

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Public Library Board of Trustees will discuss the preliminary 2023 budget and a reorganization of the staff workroom. The meeting also includes reviewing July minutes, finance reports, and recent bills.

• Preliminary 2023 Budget Discussion
• Staff Workroom Reorganization

The Reedsburg Public Library Board approved the 2023 fees with a decrease due to removal of two licensed PCs, and accepted four capital requests for the 2023 budget, including network equipment replacement, hybrid meeting equipment, exterior maintenance, and landscaping updates. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved June meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved rolling over WCCU CD for 6 months (unanimous)
• Approved 2023 fees with decrease due to removal of 2 licensed PCs (unanimous)
• Approved 4 capital requests: network equipment $3,500, hybrid meeting equipment $3,500, exterior maintenance $9,000, landscaping/bike rack $3,000 (unanimous)

City Plan

The Reedsburg City Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit for a clothing sales business at 109 Dessa Rain Dr. The commission will also review the draft 2042 Comprehensive Plan and proposed zoning ordinance amendments.

• Conditional Use Permit for home clothing business at 109 Dessa Rain Dr
• Site Plan Review for five new storage buildings at 185 S Wengel Dr
• Review of TID No. 9 Amendment No. 3 Project Plan and District Boundary
• Proposed zoning ordinance amendments regarding signs, parking, and setbacks
• Review of the 2042 Comprehensive Plan draft

The Reedsburg Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit for a home-based consignment business, a site plan for five storage buildings, and recommended approval of a TID No. 9 amendment. They also scheduled a public hearing for the TID amendment and recommended zoning ordinance amendments. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved CUP for home consignment business at 109 Dessa Rain Dr (unanimous)
• Approved site plan for five storage buildings at 185 S Wengel Dr (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of TID No. 9 Amendment No. 3 (unanimous)
• Scheduled TID 9 public hearing for 9/13/22 at 6:00 PM (unanimous)
• Recommended zoning ordinance amendments with added language for signs at city properties (unanimous)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss several items regarding local history and public spaces. This includes considerations for local art, virtual tours, and historical signs. The committee will also review minutes from the July 11, 2022 meeting.

• Local art in public spaces
• Future historic virtual tour
• National Register plaques
• Video history videos and grants
• Certified Local Government status

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission held a routine meeting on August 8, 2022, approving the previous meeting's minutes and adjourning. No formal decisions were made; discussions covered the Saputo scoreboard mural, Blue Wing mural preservation, and moving forward with previously approved Perry and Livery signs.

• Approved 7/11/22 minutes (motion by Liegel, seconded by Manion)
• Adjourned at 5:50 PM (motion by Gnatzig, seconded by Slaats)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a memorandum of understanding for the Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. facility expansion at 1120 Commercial Avenue and its inclusion in Tax Incremental District #9. The council will also review a successor lease for 300 Vine Street with the Boys & Girls Club of Reedsburg.

• MOU with Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. regarding expansion at 1120 Commercial Avenue and inclusion in Tax Incremental District #9
• Successor lease for 300 Vine Street with the Boys & Girls Club of Reedsburg
• Preliminary 2023 Capital Equipment and Capital Improvement Plans and financial strategy

The Common Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Saputo Cheese USA, Inc. for their facility expansion at 1120 Commercial Avenue and inclusion into Tax Incremental District #9. They also approved a successor lease for 300 Vine Street with the Boys & Girls Club of Reedsburg, with one abstention, and approved the preliminary 2023 Capital Equipment and Capital Improvement Plans and financial strategy. The consent agenda, including minutes, paid bills, and building permit report, was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, July 2022 paid bills, and building permit report (9-0)
• Approved MOU with Saputo Cheese USA for TID #9 inclusion (9-0)
• Approved successor lease for 300 Vine Street with Boys & Girls Club (8-0-1, Kaney abstaining)
• Approved preliminary 2023 Capital Equipment and Capital Improvement Plans (9-0)

Personnel Committee

The August 1, 2022, meeting of the Reedsburg Personnel Committee contains only procedural items. The committee will review minutes and receive information from the public on non-agenda topics. No action will be taken on these topics during this meeting.

• No specific business items, contracts, or ordinances are listed.

Airport Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Airport Commission for July 28, 2022, has been cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or action.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider an agreement for engineering and grant administration for the TID 9 EDA Business Park. The committee will also review the 2023 CIP/CEP Budget and discuss options for the old city shop site and buildings.

• Agreement for TID 9 EDA Business Park engineering and grant administration services
• Consideration of the 2023 CIP/CEP Budget
• Discussion regarding options for the old city shop site and buildings
• Update on current projects

The Public Works Committee approved the Engineering and Grant Administration contract with Vierbicher for the TID 9 EDA Business Park. They also recommended the proposed 2023 CIP/CEP budget items as presented, noting that final adoption will occur by the Common Council in the fall. Discussion about saving the old break room for future park bathrooms was held with no action taken.

• Approved minutes from May 25, 2022 meeting
• Approved Vierbicher contract for TID 9 EDA Business Park Engineering and Grant Administration
• Recommended proposed 2023 CIP/CEP budget items as presented

RAAS Commission

The Ambulance Service Commission will meet to approve or deny the 2022-2023 budget. The agenda also includes approving minutes from May 24, 2022, and financial statements from May and June. Additionally, the Paramedic Director will provide a building update and a monthly report.

• Approval or denial of the 2022-2023 budget
• Approval of May and June financial statements
• Paramedic Director building update
• Paramedic Director monthly report

Ordinance Committee

The Reedsburg Ordinance Committee will meet to review minutes from September 27, 2021. The committee will also decide whether to approve or deny junk vehicle and property violations at three specific locations.

• Junk car and junk violation at 212 N Grove St
• Junk violation at 406 S Park St
• Junk car and junk violation at 126 N Grove St

The Ordinance Committee approved minutes from September 27, 2021, and found probable cause for junk violations at three properties. Each case was held open until August 25, 2022, when citations would be issued and debris removed at the owner's expense. All motions passed 3-0.

• Approved minutes from September 27, 2021 (3-0)
• Found probable cause for junk violation at 212 N Grove St, held open until Aug 25 (3-0)
• Found probable cause for junk violation at 406 S Park St, held open until Aug 25 (3-0)
• Found probable cause for junk car and violation at 126 N Grove St, held open until Aug 25 (3-0)

Common Council

The Council will review a plan and open a public hearing regarding the renovation of the former South School gymnasium. The agenda also includes rezoning parcels in the Town of Winfield and renewing a lease for the Boys & Girls Club.

• Public hearing for South School gymnasium renovation plan
• Rezoning parcels in the Town of Winfield to R-2 Residential
• Lease renewal with Boys & Girls Club at 300 Vine Street
• Temporary retailer's license for Reedsburg Wine Walk & Block Party
• Alcohol beverage license renewal for Kwik Trip #838 on E. Main Street

The Common Council approved a plan to renovate the former South School gymnasium into a community center, with potential USDA grant funding of $220,000 and a total project cost of $440,000. The council also approved a rezoning ordinance for two parcels in the Town of Winfield to R-2 Residential and authorized a lease renewal with the Boys & Girls Club of Reedsburg for 300 Vine Street. All votes were unanimous except for one abstention on the lease renewal.

• Approved plan for South School gym renovation into community center (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1943-22 rezoning two parcels to R-2 Residential (8-0)
• Authorized lease renewal with Boys & Girls Club for 300 Vine Street (7-0-1, Kaney abstaining)
• Approved consent agenda including temporary alcohol license for Reedsburg Wine Walk and Kwik Trip license renewal (8-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission meeting scheduled for July 20, 2022, was cancelled. No business or actions were scheduled for this date.

• Cancellation of the July 20, 2022 meeting

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider a consulting agreement for TID 9 EDA Business Park Engineering & Grant Administration. The committee will also review the CIP/CEP 2023 Budget and discuss options for the old city shop site and buildings.

• Consulting services agreement for TID 9 EDA Business Park Engineering & Grant Administration
• Consideration of CIP/CEP 2023 Budget
• Discussion on options for the old city shop site and buildings
• Update on current projects

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will review the police and fire activity reports for the second quarter of 2022. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 19, 2022, meeting.

• Review Police activity report for quarter 2 of 2022
• Review Fire activity report for quarter 2 of 2022
• Approval of minutes from the April 19, 2022, meeting

The Reedsburg Police & Fire Commission met and heard quarterly reports from the police and fire chiefs, covering activity and staffing updates. No substantive policy decisions were made; the only actions were adopting the agenda and approving previous minutes.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request for a zoning variance at 348 W Main St. The applicant seeks to install a 6-foot high fence in the front yard setback, which normally requires a maximum height of 4 feet. The board will also review minutes from the July 7, 2022 meeting.

• Zoning variance for a 6-foot high fence at 348 W Main St
• Approval of minutes from the July 7, 2022 meeting

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals denied a variance request to keep a 6-foot-high fence in the front yard setback at 348 W Main St, where the normal requirement is 4 feet. The property owner was not present, and the board voted 4-0 to deny the variance as presented. The board also approved the minutes from the July 7, 2022 meeting and adjourned.

• Approved minutes from July 7, 2022 meeting (4-0)
• Denied zoning variance for 6' fence at 348 W Main St (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 12:20 PM (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider a potential property purchase and discuss 2023 budgets. The committee will also receive updates on department projects and programs.

• Potential property purchase
• Discussion of 2023 CIP/CEP budgets
• Update on department projects and programs

The Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee convened on July 19, 2022, and approved the minutes from the June 21 meeting. The committee discussed a potential property purchase, 2023 CIP/CEP budgets, and department project updates, but took no action on any of these items. The meeting adjourned at 6:04 p.m.

• Approved June 21, 2022 minutes (3-0)
• No action taken on potential property purchase
• No action taken on 2023 CIP/CEP budgets
• No action taken on department projects and programs update

Community Development Authority

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Community Development Authority for July 19, 2022, has been cancelled. No business or actions were listed for this date.

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will review updates from the Water, Electric, and Telecom departments. The commission will consider an Electric Emergency Response Plan and construction equipment purchases for 2023. Financial reports and human resources updates are also scheduled for discussion.

• Consideration of Electric Emergency Response Plan
• Consideration of 2023 construction equipment purchases for Telecom Department
• Review of treasurer's and financial compilation reports
• Human Resources update on open positions and new hires

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Library Board of Trustees will review the June 9 meeting minutes and recent bills. The board is also scheduled to discuss 2023 SCLS fees and 2023 capital requests.

• 2023 Fees – SCLS
• 2023 Capital Requests

City Plan

The City Plan Commission is meeting to discuss the draft of the 2022-2042 Comprehensive Plan. The agenda includes reviewing procedures for a public hearing and the plan's adoption. The committee will also approve minutes from the June 14, 2022, meeting.

• Review of 2022-2042 Comprehensive Plan draft
• Procedures for public hearing and plan adoption
• Approval of June 14, 2022, meeting minutes

The Plan Commission reviewed the draft 2022-2042 Comprehensive Plan, noting that 2020 census data is not yet available and may not be until 2023. They decided to add rail service language to the transportation and economic development chapters. The public hearing is set for September 13, with Council review and tentative adoption on September 26, and the ordinance's first reading on August 22.

• Approved minutes of 6/14/22 meeting
• Scheduled public hearing for Comprehensive Plan on 9/13
• Set Council review and tentative adoption for 9/26
• Set first reading of adoption ordinance for 8/22
• Agreed to add rail service language to transportation and economic development chapters

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to consider several preservation-related topics. Discussion items include local art in public spaces, a future historic virtual tour, and WAHPC annual membership. The committee will also consider historical signs and grants.

• Approval of June 13, 2022 minutes
• Consideration of local art in public spaces
• Discussion of a future historic virtual tour
• Review of WAHPC annual membership
• Consideration of historical signs and grants

The Historic Preservation Commission approved two National Register signs for the Perry House and the livery, and renewed its WAHPC membership. It also discussed but did not change its name to include Arts, reviewed a Saputo sign draft, and considered future virtual tours and mural locations.

• Approved 6/13/22 minutes
• Approved WAHPC membership renewal
• Approved purchase of National Register sign for Perry House
• Approved purchase of National Register sign for livery
• Adjourned at 5:55 PM

Common Council

The council will consider a contract amendment with Vierbicher for Tax Incremental District Number 9. Members will also review a counter offer regarding a city-owned parcel west of Poppel Trail. The meeting includes routine approvals for June bills and building permits.

• Contract amendment with Vierbicher for TIF District Number 9
• Counter offer on city-owned parcel 276-2201-00000 near Poppel Trail
• Approval of June 2022 paid bills
• Receipt of June 2022 Building Permit report

The Common Council approved authorizing the City Administrator to contract with Vierbicher for Amendment Number 3 in Tax Incremental District Number 9. A counter offer on a city-owned parcel west of Poppel Trail was tabled and referred back to the Parks Committee. The consent agenda, including minutes, paid bills, and building permit report, was approved.

• Approved consent agenda (8-0)
• Authorized City Administrator to contract with Vierbicher for TID #9 Amendment #3 (8-0)
• Tabled counter offer on parcel 276-2201-00000, referred to Parks Committee (8-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request for a zoning variance at 325 Lucky St. The request seeks to reduce the required 25’ and 40’ front yard setbacks for a proposed detached carport. The board will also approve minutes from the June 21, 2022 meeting.

• Zoning variance for a detached carport at 325 Lucky St
• Approval of June 21, 2022, meeting minutes

The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance for a detached carport at 325 Lucky Street, allowing a reduced front yard setback. The carport must have clear sides, be maintained, and be removed if the applicant no longer owns the mobile home. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes.

• Approved minutes from 6/21/22 meeting (3-0)
• Approved carport variance with 5' sidewalk setback, clear sides, and removal condition (3-0)

Personnel Committee

The July 4, 2022, Personnel Committee agenda contains only procedural information and no specific business items are listed for action. The call to order is marked as canceled. While the committee will receive public information on non-agenda topics, it will not take action on them during this meeting.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a first reading and set a public hearing for rezoning S2255 County Road H to R-2 Zoning. The council will also review negotiations regarding the sale of a portion of City-owned parcel 276-2201-00000 and receive updates on the 2023 budget.

• First reading for rezoning S2255 County Road H to R-2 Zoning
• Negotiations to sell a portion of City-owned parcel 276-2201-00000
• Temporary Class B/Class B Retailer's Licenses for Concerts in the Park at City Park
• 2023 budget information

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, including temporary liquor licenses for concerts in the park. It set a public hearing for July 25, 2022, on a rezoning request for a property in the extraterritorial zone. The council also approved the sale of a portion of a city-owned parcel as presented. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved consent agenda including temporary liquor licenses for concerts in the park (8-0)
• Set public hearing for July 25, 2022, on Ordinance 1943-22 rezoning S2255 County Road H to R-2 (8-0)
• Approved sale of portion of city-owned parcel 276-2201-00000 (8-0)

Airport Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Airport Commission for June 23, 2022, has been cancelled. No business or actions were slated for this session.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals will consider a request for a 2’ side setback variance for a proposed detached garage. The board will also review minutes from the May 17, 2022 meeting.

• Zoning variance for a 2’ side setback at 425 N Park St
• Approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals denied a variance request from David S. Sandstrom for a 2-foot side setback to build a detached garage at 425 N Park St. The board voted 3-0 to deny, citing that other options exist. The meeting was otherwise procedural, including approval of prior minutes and adjournment.

• Approved minutes from 5/17/22 meeting (3-0)
• Denied 2-foot side setback variance for detached garage at 425 N Park St (3-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will meet to discuss Butterfest 2023 planning and updates on department projects. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the potential purchase of property.

• Butterfest 2023 planning
• Discussion of potential property purchase
• Update on department projects and programs
• Approval of May 17, 2022 meeting minutes

The Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee met on June 21, 2022, and approved the May 17, 2022 minutes (5-0). The agenda included Butterfest 2023 planning, a potential property purchase, and department project updates, but no action was taken on any of these items. The meeting adjourned at 6:47 p.m. (5-0).

• Approved May 17, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned at 6:47 p.m. (5-0)

Community Development Authority

The Reedsburg Community Development Authority meeting scheduled for June 21, 2022, has been cancelled. No business or actions were listed for this date.

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will review updates from the Water, Telecom, and Electric departments. The meeting also includes financial reports, human resources updates, and consideration of an electric emergency response plan.

• Consideration of Electric Emergency Response Plan and messaging
• Employee recognition for Jen Powell (5 years)
• Financial update including treasurer reports and bills
• Human Resources update on open positions and new hires
• Department updates for Water, Telecom, and Electric

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission meeting scheduled for June 15, 2022, was cancelled. No other agenda items were listed for this session.

Public Works Committee

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Public Works Committee for June 15, 2022, was cancelled. No business or discussions were scheduled for this session.

City Plan

The Reedsburg City Plan Commission will meet to review several land use applications. The agenda includes solar panel installations at Pineview School and the Reedsburg Utility Commission. The commission will also consider a rezoning request for County Road H and site plans for local businesses.

• Rezoning from R-3 to R-2 residential at S2255 County Rd H
• Solar panel installation at 1121 8th St (Pineview School)
• Building addition site plan for Saputo Cheese at 1120 Commercial Ave
• New storage building permit for 350 King St
• Addition concept for J’s Pub and Grill at 280 Viking Dr

The Reedsburg Plan Commission approved several site plans and conditional use permits, including a building addition for Saputo Cheese, solar panel installations at Pineview School and for the Reedsburg Utility Commission, a storage building for Reedsburg Salvage, and a conditional use permit for annual farming. They also recommended approval of a rezoning ordinance. A site plan concept for an addition to J's Pub and Grill was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved Saputo Cheese site plan with condition of final elevation drawings
• Approved Pineview School solar panel conditional use permit (Estes abstained)
• Approved Reedsburg Utility Commission solar panel site plan
• Approved Reedsburg Salvage storage building conditional use permit with landscape plan condition
• Recommended approval of rezoning at S2255 County Rd H to Council
• Approved annual farming conditional use permit for vacant lots
• Tabled J's Pub and Grill addition concept (no action taken)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider several preservation initiatives. These include the use of local art in public spaces and a future historic virtual tour. The committee will also discuss historical sites, signs, and grants.

• Approval of May 9, 2022, meeting minutes
• Consideration of local art in public spaces
• Consideration of a future historic virtual tour
• Discussion regarding historical sites, signs, and grants

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission met on June 13, 2022, and approved the minutes from the May 9 meeting. No action was taken on a future historic virtual tour or local art projects and murals. The commission discussed the CLG application, which was approved by the state and forwarded for federal review, and noted that a 50s video was completed and posted online. New plaques for the livery and Pawlisch house were also discussed.

• Approved 5/9/22 minutes (unanimous)
• No action on future historic virtual tour
• No action on local art projects and murals
• Discussed CLG application, approved by state, forwarded for federal review

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will consider ordinances regarding public comment time limits and the City Clerk's role on the Board of Review. The council will also discuss intersection improvements at Golf Course Road and E. Main Street. Additionally, a closed session is scheduled to discuss development agreements for Tax Incremental Districts 8, 9, and 11.

• Proposed improvements to the intersection of Golf Course Road and E. Main Street
• Agreement with WisDOT regarding maintenance for a proposed roundabout at HWY 136 and E. Main Street
• Ordinance 1941-22 to establish time limits for public comments
• Ordinance 1940-22 regarding the City Clerk's role on the Board of Review
• Review of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Compliance Maintenance Annual Report

The Common Council approved several ordinances and resolutions, including one to allow the City Clerk on the Board of Review (7-1), one to set time limits for public comments (8-0), and one to remove amusement game references (8-0). They also approved a resolution for improvements to the Golf Course Road and E. Main Street intersection (8-0) and an agreement with WisDOT for roundabout maintenance at HWY 136 and E. Main St. (8-0). The council entered closed session to discuss TIF financing for potential developments in TID 8, TID 9, and a new TID 11, but no decisions were made in open session on those topics.

• Approved Ordinance 1940-22 allowing City Clerk appointment to Board of Review (7-1)
• Approved Ordinance 1941-22 setting time limits for public comments (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1942-22 removing amusement game references (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4478-22 for Golf Course Road and E. Main Street intersection improvements (8-0)
• Approved agreement with WisDOT for roundabout maintenance at HWY 136 and E. Main St. (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4477-22 confirming Wastewater Treatment Plant CMAR review (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including licenses and appointments (8-0)
• Entered closed session to discuss TIF financing for potential developments in TID 8, TID 9, and TID 11

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review the AV Equipment Policy and Guidelines. The board will also consider a proposal regarding AV installation in the meeting room.

• Review of AV Equipment Policy and Guidelines
• Proposal for Meeting Room AV installation
• Approval of May 12 meeting minutes
• Finance report and review of May bills

The Reedsburg Public Library Board approved a proposal from ADCI for space needs planning and concept design, subject to review by the City Attorney. The board also retained its current officers and approved routine financial reports and bills.

• Approved ADCI space needs planning proposal, subject to City Attorney review
• Retained current officers: McBride as Chair, Balda as Vice Chair, Campbell as Treasurer, Buckner as Secretary
• Approved agenda as presented
• Approved April meeting minutes with correction
• Approved finance report as presented
• Approved bills totaling $9,425.25 from library operating funds

Personnel Committee

The Reedsburg Personnel Committee agenda for June 6, 2022, contains only procedural items. No specific topics or business are listed for discussion or action at this meeting.

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss airport master planning and the potential purchase of snow removal equipment for 2023. The meeting also includes an update on the Fly-In Drive-In Breakfast and an annual review of the Code of Ethics.

• Consideration of Airport Master Planning
• Consideration of snow removal equipment purchase for 2023
• Fly-In Drive-In Breakfast update
• Annual review of Code of Ethics

The Reedsburg Airport Commission approved proceeding with a Master Plan and new Airport Layout Plan (ALP) for the proposed South Viking Drive, with no cost to the city. They also approved placing snow removal equipment in the 2023 Capital Equipment Fund and approved a $1,000 contribution to the Fly-In Breakfast from the Airport fund.

• Approved minutes from September 23, 2021 meeting
• Approved proceeding with Master Plan and ALP for South Viking Drive
• Approved placing snow removal equipment in 2023 Capital Equipment Fund
• Approved $1,000 from Airport fund for Fly-In Breakfast

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review minutes from April 20, 2022, and receive updates on current projects. The committee will also consider a CMAR approach for the WWTP.

• Consideration of CMAR for WWTP
• Annual Review of Code of Ethics
• Update on current projects

The Public Works Committee approved the minutes from the April 20, 2022 meeting. They recommended the CMAR (Compliance Maintenance Annual Report) and associated resolution for the wastewater treatment plant to the Common Council, noting a minor phosphorous exceedance in 2021. No action was taken on project updates, and the meeting adjourned.

• Approved minutes from April 20, 2022 meeting
• Recommended CMAR and Resolution for wastewater treatment plant to Common Council

RAAS Commission

The Ambulance Service Commission will vote on by-law updates and appoint a budget committee. The meeting also includes the election of a President, Vice-President, and Secretary/Treasurer.

• Approval of March 22, 2022 minutes
• Approval of March and April financial statements
• Commission By-Laws updates
• Election of President, Vice-President, and Secretary/Treasurer
• Appointment of the Budget Committee

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a resolution to authorize bonding for a future Wastewater Treatment Plant project. The council will also review rezoning requests for S. Wengel Drive and licenses for the Reedsburg Butterfestival at Nishan Park.

• Resolution 4476-22 authorizing bonding for the Wastewater Treatment Plant project
• Rezoning of S. Wengel Drive parcels to Light Industrial (Ordinance 1939-22)
• Retail and amusement licenses for Reedsburg Butterfestival at Nishan Park
• Certified Survey Map for property division at E5856 LaValle Street

The Common Council approved a resolution authorizing bonding for the future Wastewater Treatment Plant project, as required by USDA. It also approved a rezoning of two parcels on S. Wengel Drive to light industrial, and a certified survey map dividing property on LaValle Street. All votes were unanimous (8-0).

• Approved Resolution 4476-22 authorizing bonding for Wastewater Treatment Plant project (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1939-22 rezoning parcels on S. Wengel Drive from B-2 Business and Agriculture to I-1 Light Industrial (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4475-22 for Certified Survey Map dividing property at E5856 LaValle Street into two parcels (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including licenses for Reedsburg Butterfestival and poll worker appointment (8-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission (RICDC) meeting scheduled for May 18, 2022, was cancelled. No business or topics were listed for discussion.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals will consider two zoning variance requests. These include changes to the number and size of signs at 1690 E Main St and an increase in allowed chickens at 2337 Myrtle St. The board will also review the Annual Ethics Ordinance.

• Signage variance for Kwik Trip at 1690 E Main St
• Request to increase chicken limit from four to 20 at 2337 Myrtle St
• Review of the Annual Ethics Ordinance

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals denied a request to keep up to 20 chickens at 2337 Myrtle St., voting 3-1 after neighbors objected and the applicant withdrew support. The board also approved a variance for Kwik Trip at 1690 E Main St. to exceed sign size limits, voting 4-0.

• Denied chicken variance for 2337 Myrtle St. (3-1)
• Approved Kwik Trip sign variance for 1690 E Main St. (4-0)
• Approved minutes from December 21, 2021 meeting (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will consider scheduling Game Day concession weekends for 2022. The committee will also conduct an annual review of the Code of Ethics and receive updates on department projects and programs.

• Consideration of 2022 Game Day concession weekends
• Annual review of Code of Ethics
• Update on department projects and programs
• Approval of April 19, 2022 minutes

The Parks and Recreation Committee approved the Game Day Concession weeks as presented. The committee also approved the April 19, 2022 minutes. No action was taken on the annual Code of Ethics review or on updates to department projects and programs.

• Approved Game Day Concession weeks as presented (4-0)
• Approved April 19, 2022 minutes (4-0)

Community Development Authority

The committee will consider extending second-year funding for Lucy’s Mercantile and first-year funding for Flowerbuds Floral under the Business Incubator Program. The meeting also includes a closed session to review a startup business plan and a review of the Annual Code of Ethics.

• Funding extension for Lucy’s Mercantile
• Funding extension for Flowerbuds Floral
• Review of startup business plan in closed session
• Review of Annual Code of Ethics
• Approval of April 19, 2022 minutes

The Community Development Authority approved funding for two businesses under the Business Incubator Program: Lucy's Mercantile will receive $500/month for 6 months, and Flowerbuds Floral will receive $1000/month for 6 months. The board also approved the previous meeting's minutes, entered and exited closed session to review a startup business plan, and signed the annual Code of Ethics forms.

• Approved minutes from 4/19/22
• Approved closed session to review business plan for startup business
• Approved Lucy's Mercantile $500/month for 6 months
• Approved Flowerbuds Floral $1000/month for 6 months
• Signed annual Code of Ethics forms

Utility Commission

The Commission will review financial reports and approve bills. The meeting includes updates from the Water, Telecom, and Electric departments, as well as consideration of a claim from D. Johnson.

• Consideration of D. Johnson claim
• Purchase of trailer-mounted vacuum excavator
• Review of Treasurer’s and financial compilation reports
• Updates on Water, Telecom, and Electric departments

Library Board of Trustees

The board will review financial reports and bills from April. The meeting also includes the election of officers and an annual review of the Code of Ethics.

• Election of Officers
• Annual Review of the Code of Ethics – Chapter 55
• Consideration of space needs planning

The Reedsburg Public Library Board approved a recommendation for SCLS to submit adjacent county funding requests on the library's behalf, and approved the Display policy as presented. The board also approved the agenda, minutes, finance report, and bills totaling $15,585.08. No substantive decisions were made beyond these routine approvals.

• Approved SCLS to submit adjacent county funding requests (all approved)
• Approved Display policy as presented (all approved)
• Approved agenda (all approved)
• Approved February meeting minutes (all approved)
• Approved finance report (all approved)
• Approved bills totaling $15,585.08 (all approved)

City Plan

The Reedsburg City Plan Commission will discuss the 2042 Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map. The commission will also consider several site plan reviews for new buildings, including a Kwik Trip and a Holiday Inn Express. Additionally, members will review the annual Code of Ethics.

• Site plan review for a new Kwik Trip at 1690 E Main St
• Site plan review for a new Holiday Inn Express at 3000 E Main St
• Site plan review for an ambulance building addition at 230 Railroad St
• Certified Survey Map to divide property at E5856 La Valle St
• Discussion of the 2042 Comprehensive Plan and Future Land Use Map

The Reedsburg Plan Commission approved several site plans, including a new Kwik Trip gas station, a Holiday Inn Express hotel, and an ambulance building addition, all with conditions. They also recommended approval of a Certified Survey Map for a property division and approved a concept plan for a new city fieldhouse. The meeting included discussion of the 2042 Comprehensive Plan and annual ethics forms were signed.

• Approved minutes of 4/12/22 meeting
• Recommended approval of CSM to divide property at E5856 La Valle St (as presented)
• Approved site plan for hoop storage building at 411 South Ave with conditions (landscape plan, 5-year time limit) (Abstain: DeBaets)
• Approved site plan for storage building at 1650 Maple St with conditions (landscape/parking plans, brick façade, screened trash)
• Approved site plan for Kwik Trip at 1690 E Main St with conditions (wider driveways, DOT approval, ZBA sign variance)
• Approved site plan for Holiday Inn Express at 3000 E Main St with conditions (landscape plan, final stormwater plan)
• Approved site plan for ambulance building addition at 230 Railroad St (as presented)
• Approved concept plan for fieldhouse at 1401 Viking Dr (as presented)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider potential local art projects, murals, and a future historic virtual tour. The meeting also includes consideration of historical videos, grants, and historical signage.

• Consideration of local art projects and murals
• Discussion regarding a future historic virtual tour
• Review of history videos, grants, and historical sites and signs
• Review of the Annual Code of Ethics
• Approval of April 11, 2022, meeting minutes

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission approved the April 11 minutes and adjourned. Members reviewed a finished virtual tour video, discussed a draft sign for the Saputo scoreboard, and noted the Blue Wing mural condition. No formal decisions were made on these items.

• Approved April 11, 2022 minutes
• Adjourned at 5:45 PM

Common Council

The Common Council will consider several ordinance readings and a public hearing for land annexation. The council also plans to administer an oath of office to a new police officer. Additionally, the meeting includes updates on the Reedsburg Fieldhouse and ethics ordinance reviews.

• Second reading and public hearing for annexation of parcels on S. Dewey Avenue
• First readings for ordinances regarding Board of Review membership and public comment limits
• First reading of an ordinance amending Amusement Game Devices regulations
• Temporary retailer's license for Reedsburg Pirates Home Talent Baseball at Nishan Park
• Oath of office for Police Officer Bryce Beauchaine

The Common Council approved the annexation of three parcels located between Railroad Street and Division Street on S. Dewey Avenue, as requested by a unanimous petition. The council also set public hearings for June 13, 2022, on three ordinances: amending the Board of Review to allow the City Clerk as a voting member, codifying time limits for public comments, and amending amusement game device regulations. The consent agenda, including the April minutes, paid bills, building permit report, a temporary liquor license for Reedsburg Pirates, and proclamations for Police Week and EMS Week, was approved 8-0.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, permits, liquor license, and proclamations (8-0)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 1940-22 on Board of Review membership (8-0)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 1941-22 on public comment time limits (8-0)
• Set public hearing for Ordinance 1942-22 on amusement game devices (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1938-22 annexing three parcels from Town of Reedsburg (8-0)

Personnel Committee

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Personnel Committee includes only procedural tasks. The committee will review minutes and receive information from the public, but no action will be taken on non-agenda topics.

• Approval of minutes

Airport Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Airport Commission for April 28, 2022, is cancelled. No business or public topics are listed for this session.

Common Council

The Common Council will review a first reading for a zoning change on S. Wengel and a new survey map for Woodland Drive. The agenda also includes approving temporary liquor licenses for Reedsburg Jaycees events.

• First reading of ordinance to rezone S. Wengel parcels to I-1 Light Industrial
• New survey map for 2120/2122 Woodland Drive
• Temporary liquor licenses for Reedsburg Jaycees at 1403 Viking Drive
• Resolution regarding US Treasury Reimbursement Bond Regulations

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, two resolutions, and a certified survey map, and set a public hearing for a zoning change. All votes were unanimous 9-0.

• Approved consent agenda including licenses and proclamations (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4473-22 recognizing International Migratory Bird Day (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4474-22 on Reimbursement Bond Regulations (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4470-22 creating certified survey map for 2120/2122 Woodland Drive (9-0)
• Set public hearing for May 23, 2022 on Ordinance 1939-22 zoning change to I-1 Light Industrial (9-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission meeting scheduled for April 20, 2022, was cancelled. No business or actions were scheduled for this date.

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider a Vierbicher contract for CDBG grant coordination related to a hotel project. Discussion also includes new street design and traffic signals on Golf Course Road.

• Vierbicher contract for CDBG grant coordination (hotel project)
• New street design consideration
• Golf Course Road traffic signals
• Update on current projects

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will review police and fire activity reports covering January through March 2022. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 18, 2022, meeting.

• Review of Police activity reports for January, February, and March 2022
• Review of Fire activity reports for January, February, and March 2022
• Approval of minutes from the January 18, 2022, meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals on April 19, 2022, was cancelled. No business or actions were scheduled for this session.

• No items were scheduled due to meeting cancellation

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will conduct elections for a new Council President for a one-year term. The council will also consider mayoral appointments to various boards, committees, and commissions.

• Election of Common Council President for a one-year term
• Appointment of LaRowe Gerlach LLP as City Attorney
• Designation of Reedsburg Independent as official City Newspaper (Resolution 4471-22)
• Designation of Public Depositories for City funds (Resolution 4472-22)
• Certification of the Municipal Bond Schedule

The Common Council held a special reorganization meeting and approved all items on the agenda unanimously (9-0). Phil Peterson was elected Council President for a one-year term, and LaRowe Gerlach LLP was reappointed as City Attorney at $160 per hour. The council also approved mayoral appointments, designated the Reedsburg Independent as the official newspaper, and certified the municipal bond schedule and city corporate boundary.

• Approved mayoral appointments to boards, committees, and commissions (9-0)
• Elected Phil Peterson as Council President for a one-year term (9-0)
• Approved LaRowe Gerlach LLP as City Attorney at $160/hour for one year (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4471-22 designating Reedsburg Independent as official newspaper (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4472-22 designating public depositories for city funds (9-0)
• Approved certification of municipal bond schedule (9-0)
• Approved certification of city corporate boundary (9-0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The committee will discuss the progress of the South School Community Center. Members will also review site plan concepts for a proposed fieldhouse area at Nishan Park. An update on department projects and programs is also scheduled.

• South School Community Center progress discussion
• Site plan concept for proposed Nishan Park fieldhouse area
• Update on department projects and programs

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider first-year funding for three businesses under the Business Incubator Program. These include Peterson & Company Yoga Studio, Hometown Fashions, and Headstones & Blooms. The committee will also review a startup business plan in closed session.

• First-year funding for Peterson & Company Yoga Studio
• First-year funding for Hometown Fashions
• First-year funding for Headstones & Blooms
• Review of a startup business plan (closed session)

Utility Commission

The commission will review financial reports, department updates, and personnel matters. Agenda items include considering Laurel Street water main replacement bids and a CDL training reimbursement policy. Closed sessions are scheduled for discussions regarding legal counsel and employee evaluations.

• Laurel Street water main replacement bids
• CDL Training Reimbursement Policy consideration
• Purchase of hydraulic breaker for compact excavator
• Employee recognitions for Ryan Johansen and Terri Gher

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Public Library Board of Trustees will consider a recommendation for SCLS to submit adjacent county funding requests on the library's behalf. The board will also review the Display Policy.

• Recommendation for SCLS to submit adjacent county funding requests
• Review of Display Policy
• March finance report and bills

The Reedsburg Public Library Board approved the updated Library Employee Handbook, which extends prorated benefit time to all staff and provides overtime pay for holiday work. The board also approved the agenda, February minutes, finance report, and $12,394.43 in operating bills. The director's report was placed on file, noting February circulation of 9,765 and a staff promotion.

• Approved updated Library Employee Handbook (all approved)
• Approved $12,394.43 in library operating bills (all approved)
• Approved finance report as presented (all approved)
• Approved February meeting minutes (all approved)
• Approved meeting agenda (all approved)

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will review several land use requests, including a rezoning for industrial use on Wengel Drive. The commission will also consider site plans for new structures and property annexations from the Town of Reedsburg.

• Rezoning 185 Wengel Dr to I-1 Light Industrial
• Survey map and lot line agreement for 2120/2122 Fawn Valley Dr
• Site plan review for a new storage building at 100 Viking Dr
• Annexation of properties from the Town of Reedsburg at S Dewey Ave and railroad
• Discussion regarding the 2042 Comprehensive Plan

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss several local history and art topics. This includes considerations for a virtual tour, historical signs, and the Certified Local Government application process.

• Approval of March 14, 2022, meeting minutes
• Consideration of local art projects
• Consideration of a future historic virtual tour
• Review of the Certified Local Government application process
• Discussion regarding local video history segments, grants, and historical signs

Common Council

The Common Council will consider an ordinance for parcel annexation near Division Street and S. Dewey Avenue. The council will also review bids for grass mowing, junk removal, and a sewer/water project on Laurel Street. Additionally, several reports and updates are scheduled to be received.

• Ordinance 1938-22 regarding parcel annexation near Division Street and S. Dewey Avenue
• 2022 Grass Mowing & Junk Removal bid
• 2022 Sewer/Water Project public bid for Laurel Street
• 2022 Emergency Operation Plan annual update
• March 2022 Building Permit report

The Common Council approved the consent agenda and three general business items. It set a public hearing for May 9, 2022, on an ordinance to annex three parcels from the Town of Reedsburg, and approved bids for grass mowing and the Laurel Street sewer/water project. All votes were unanimous 9-0.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, bills, and annual update (9-0)
• Set public hearing for May 9 on Ordinance 1938-22 annexing three parcels (9-0)
• Approved low bid from Prestige Landscaping for grass mowing at $65/hour (9-0)
• Approved low bid from Bill Lepke Excavating for 2022 Sewer/Water Project on Laurel Street (9-0)

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will hold a special meeting to consider compensation and performance evaluation data for public employees under its jurisdiction. The agenda also includes routine procedural items such as roll call and agenda approval.

• Closed session regarding employee compensation and performance evaluations

Personnel Committee

The Reedsburg Personnel Committee meeting scheduled for April 4, 2022, was canceled. No agenda items were presented for discussion or action.

City Plan

The City Plan Commission is scheduled to discuss the draft of the Comprehensive Plan, specifically focusing on Economic Development, Land Use, and the Future Land Use Map. The commission will also receive information regarding 2020 Census data.

• Review of Comprehensive Plan draft chapters including Economic Development and Land Use
• Review of the Future Land Use Map
• Discussion of 2020 Census data

The Reedsburg Plan Commission held a discussion-only meeting to review the draft comprehensive plan, including chapters on economic development, land use, and the future land use map, as well as 2020 Census data. No formal decisions were made; the only action was to adjourn.

• Adjourned meeting at 6:10 PM (motion by Knudsen, seconded by DeBaets, approved)

Common Council

The Common Council will review public bids for the 2022 Labansky Road street, water, and sewer project. The council will also consider annual Public Works bids for equipment, pavement, crushed aggregate, and curb, gutter, and sidewalk work.

• Bids for 2022 Labansky Road Street, Water and Sewer Project
• Annual Public Works bids for Equipment
• Annual Public Works bids for Pavement
• Annual Public Works bids for Crushed Aggregate
• Annual Public Works bids for Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk

Airport Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Airport Commission for March 24, 2022, has been cancelled. No business or discussions were scheduled for this date.

RAAS Commission

The commission will review a 2022 agreement update and a building update. The meeting also includes the approval of January 19, 2022 minutes and financial statements from January and February 2022.

• Approval of January 19, 2022 minutes
• Approval of January and February 2022 financial statements
• 2022 Agreement update
• Building Update
• Paramedic Director monthly report

Utility Commission

The commission will review updates for the electric, water, and telecom departments. Agenda items include considering ARPA fiber network expansion bids and updated vehicle and equipment charge rates. The meeting also includes a discussion on the 2022 Wisconsin PFAS sampling program.

• Consider ARPA Fiber Network Expansion bids
• Consider 2022 Wisconsin PFAS Sampling Program
• Consider Updated 2022 Vehicle and Equipment Charge Rates
• Review Water Department truck bids
• Discuss fiber network expansion financing options

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission (RICDC) meeting scheduled for March 16, 2022, was cancelled. No other business or actions were listed on the agenda.

• Cancellation of the March 16, 2022, RICDC meeting

Public Works Committee

The Reedsburg Public Works Committee is meeting to review bids for asphalt pavement, aggregate base course, curb, gutter, sidewalk, and annual equipment. The committee will also receive an update on current projects.

• Asphalt Pavement bids
• Crushed Aggregate Base Course bids
• Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk bids
• Annual Equipment bids
• Update on current projects

The Public Works Committee approved the February 16, 2022 minutes and recommended several low bids for city projects. These recommendations include D L Gasser Construction for asphalt, Bindl Bauer Lime and Stone for crushed aggregate, Rennhack Construction for curb and gutter and sidewalk repair, and Ray Zobel and Sons for equipment. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved minutes from February 16, 2022 meeting
• Recommended low bid from D L Gasser Construction for asphalt
• Recommended low bid from Bindl Bauer Lime and Stone for crushed aggregate
• Recommended low bid from Rennhack Construction for Contract A curb and gutter and Contract B sidewalk repair
• Recommended Ray Zobel and Sons for equipment

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will enter a closed session to interview and hire police officer candidates. The meeting also includes a period for the public to provide information on non-agenda topics, though no action will be taken on those items.

• Interviewing/hiring of Police Officer candidate(s) in closed session

The Reedsburg Police & Fire Commission met on March 16, 2022, and voted unanimously to enter closed session to consider employment data for hiring police officer candidates. No substantive decisions were made in open session; the meeting adjourned at 7:30pm.

• Adopted meeting agenda (4-0)
• Entered closed session for police officer candidate interviews (4-0)
• Exited closed session (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider second-year funding for CrafDee’s Shop under the Business Incubator Program. The meeting also includes an update on RAHS house renovations and a closed session regarding a start-up business plan.

• Second-year funding for CrafDee’s Shop
• Update on RAHS house renovations
• Closed session regarding a start-up business plan
• Approval of January 18, 2022, meeting minutes

The Community Development Authority approved second-year funding of $300 per month for 12 months for CrafDee's Shop under the Business Incubator Program. The board also received updates on housing renovations, including 134 Eagle awaiting cabinets and 525 Laurel nearing completion. The meeting included a closed session to review a business plan for a startup business.

• Approved 1/18/22 meeting minutes
• Approved $300/month for 12 months for CrafDee's Shop under Business Incubator Program
• Moved to closed session to review startup business plan
• Reconvened to open session
• Adjourned at 6:25 PM

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals on March 15, 2022, has been cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or action.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee meeting scheduled for March 15, 2022, was cancelled. No business or topics were presented for discussion.

Community Development Authority

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Community Development Authority on March 15, 2022, was cancelled. No business or actions were listed for this date.

• Cancellation of the March 15, 2022, CDA meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss several items related to local history. These include Nishan plaques, a future historic virtual tour, and the Certified Local Government application process. The committee will also consider video history segments, grants, and historical sites.

• Nishan plaques
• Future historic virtual tour
• Certified Local Government application process
• Local video history segments and grants
• Historical sites and signs

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission met on March 14, 2022, and approved the minutes from the previous meeting. No substantive decisions were made; discussions covered ongoing projects such as Nishan plaques, a future virtual tour, the Certified Local Government application, and local history video segments. The meeting adjourned at 5:45 PM.

• Approved minutes from 2/14/22 meeting
• Adjourned at 5:45 PM

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will consider ordinances regarding a new joint municipal court and several rezoning requests. The agenda includes rezoning 3000 E. Main Street for a Holiday Inn Express and updating zoning in the Business Park. The council will also review committee reports and approve administrative items.

• Ordinance 1934-22: Creating a joint municipal court with LaValle and Loganville
• Rezoning 3000 E. Main Street from Agriculture to B-2 business for Holiday Inn Express
• Rezoning Business Park parcels to Government zoning
• Temporary liquor license for Sacred Heart Athletics - Brat Feed at 545 N. Oak Street

The Common Council approved all items on the agenda, including a joint municipal court ordinance with LaValle and Loganville, rezoning for a Holiday Inn Express at 3000 E. Main Street, and rezoning of Business Park parcels to Government zoning. All votes were 8-0.

• Approved consent agenda including Feb 2022 minutes, bills, building permits, and temporary liquor license for Sacred Heart Athletics (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1934-22 creating Joint Municipal Court with LaValle and Loganville (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1935-22 rezoning 3000 E. Main Street from Agriculture to B-2 for Holiday Inn Express (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1936-22 rezoning Business Park parcels to Government zoning (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4468-22 for Certified Survey Map for Holiday Inn Express parcel (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4469-22 for Certified Survey Map for parcels near S. Wengel Drive and S. Golf Course Road (8-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Public Library Board of Trustees will review February meeting minutes and financial reports. The board will also hear the Director's Report and vote on an updated employee handbook.

• Approval or denial of an updated Library Employee Handbook
• Review of February bills and finance report

The Reedsburg Public Library Board approved a $10,000 patron donation for the Building Fund, the updated 2021 DPI Annual Report, and revisions to the Circulation and Appropriate Behavior policies. All motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the agenda, January minutes, finance report, and bills totaling $9,586.32.

• Approved $10,000 donation deposit into Building Fund (unanimous)
• Approved updated 2021 DPI Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved Circulation Policy updates including Web Access patron type and fine-free status (unanimous)
• Approved Appropriate Behavior Policy updates on unattended items and staff directives (unanimous)
• Approved February bills of $9,586.32 (unanimous)
• Approved January meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved finance report as presented (unanimous)

City Plan

The Reedsburg City Plan Commission will consider several certified survey maps for property divisions. The meeting also includes a site plan review for a warehouse addition and a discussion on floodplain zoning amendments.

• Survey map for 2120/2122 Woodland Dr
• Warehouse addition site plan at 1305 Prothero Dr
• Property division and new Skinner Drive at 3000 E Main St
• Parcel division with new street at 600 S Golf Course Rd and 600 S Wengel Dr
• Floodplain zoning amendments for basement elevation

The Reedsburg Plan Commission approved a site plan for a warehouse addition at DRM Properties LLC and recommended approval of two certified survey maps, one creating Skinner Drive and another dividing a parcel with a new street. A floodplain zoning amendment discussion was held but no action taken, and a duplex property division was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved site plan for warehouse addition at 1305 Prothero Dr (motion approved)
• Recommended approval of CSM to divide 3.75 acres and include Skinner Drive at 3000 E Main St (motion approved)
• Recommended approval of CSM to divide parcel into two lots with new east/west street at 600 S Golf Course Rd/600 S Wengel Dr (motion approved)
• Tabled CSM for duplex property at 2120/2122 Fawn Valley Dr to 4/12/22 meeting (motion approved)

Personnel Committee

The March 7, 2022, Reedsburg Personnel Committee agenda contains only procedural items. While the committee will receive information on non-agenda topics from the public, no discussion or action will be taken on those topics during this meeting.

• Approval of minutes

Common Council

The Common Council will review the 2021 Reedsburg Public Library Annual Report and consider a resolution for sidewalk repairs in 'Area D'. The Council may also enter closed session to discuss TID 9 tax increments and the management of the proposed fieldhouse project.

• Resolution 4466-22: Sidewalk repair and installation in 'Area D'
• 2021 Reedsburg Public Library Annual Report presentation
• Closed session regarding TID 9 projects and fieldhouse project management

The Common Council approved Resolution 4466-22 for sidewalk repair and installation in Area D, and selected Holtz Builders Inc. as construction manager for the fieldhouse project after closed session. All votes were unanimous (9-0).

• Approved consent agenda including Feb 14 minutes (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4466-22 for sidewalk repairs in Area D (9-0)
• Entered closed session for TID 9 and fieldhouse project (9-0)
• Selected Holtz Builders Inc. as construction manager for fieldhouse (9-0)

Airport Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Airport Commission on February 24, 2022, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and procedural boilerplate.

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will meet on February 21, 2022, to discuss utility operations and infrastructure. The commission will consider 2022 vehicle and equipment charge rates and solar for the Industrial Park Substation. Discussion items also include truck bids for the Water Department.

• Consideration of 2022 Vehicle and Equipment Charge Rates
• Review of truck bids for the Water Department
• Replacement of Truck 3 service body in the Electric Department
• Consideration of Industrial Park Substation solar
• Recognition of Ken Las and Brett Schuppner for 10 years of service

Economic Development Commission

The Industrial & Commercial Development Commission meeting scheduled for February 16, 2022, was cancelled. No business or topics were listed for discussion.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider sidewalk Resolution 4466-22 and receive updates on current projects. The committee will also review the minutes from the January 19, 2022 meeting.

• Consideration of sidewalk Resolution 4466-22
• Update on current projects

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals on February 15, 2022, was cancelled. No other agenda items were listed for discussion.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet to consider 2022 pool fees. The committee will also discuss trees in city parks and receive an update on department projects and programs.

• Consideration of 2022 pool fees
• Discussion regarding trees in city parks
• Update on department projects and programs

The Parks and Recreation Committee met on February 15, 2022, with four members present and one absent. They approved the December 21, 2021 minutes by a 4-0 vote. No action was taken on 2022 pool fees, trees in city parks, or department project updates. The meeting adjourned at 5:57 p.m.

• Approved December 21, 2021 minutes (4-0)
• No action taken on 2022 pool fees
• No action taken on trees in city parks
• No action taken on department projects and programs
• Adjourned at 5:57 p.m. (4-0)

Community Development Authority

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Community Development Authority on February 15, 2022, was cancelled. No business or items were listed for discussion or action.

Historic Preservation Commission

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to discuss several preservation initiatives. The agenda includes consideration of Certified Local Government status and Nishan plaques. The commission will also review potential local video history segments and historical sites.

• Consideration of Certified Local Government status
• Review of Nishan plaques and other historical signage
• Discussion of local video history segments
• Consideration of a local history room and historical sites

The Historic Preservation Commission approved two signage motions: a bronze Ramsey Park sign, post mounted, for up to $585, and $750 for two aluminum Nishan signs, post and/or wall mounted. Members also discussed Certified Local Government status requirements and agreed to compile their qualifications for next month's review. No action was taken on local video history segments or the local history room.

• Approved a bronze Ramsey sign, post mounted, for up to $585.
• Approved $750 for two aluminum Nishan signs, post and/or wall mounted.
• Approved the minutes from the 1/10/22 meeting.
• Discussed Certified Local Government status; members will compile qualifications for next month's review.
• Discussed Nishan plaques and signage; locations to be discussed with Parks Dept.
• Discussed a local video history segment featuring the Dairy Day Festival, with no action taken.
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:51 PM.

Common Council

The Common Council will review grant applications for infrastructure related to a proposed Holiday Inn Express and intersection improvements at Golf Course Road and E. Main Street. The agenda also includes a public bid for the Webb Park splash pad construction and several zoning changes.

• Grant applications for Holiday Inn Express and intersection improvements
• Public bid for Splash Pad construction at 555 N. Webb Avenue
• Ordinance to create a Joint Municipal Court with LaValle and Loganville
• Rezoning of the 3000 block of E. Main Street to B2 Business
• Multi-family housing permit for 420 Plum Street

The Common Council approved resolutions committing matching funds and authorizing a CDBG-PFED application for infrastructure supporting a proposed Holiday Inn Express and intersection improvements on Golf Course Road and E. Main Street. It also approved a bid for the Splash Pad project at Webb Park and set public hearings for March 14, 2022, on a joint municipal court ordinance and two zoning changes. The council approved an amended Planned Development Group permit to convert the former South School into multi-family housing and revisions to the Personnel Manual.

• Approved Resolution 4464-22 committing matching funds for CDBG-PFED infrastructure for the proposed Holiday Inn Express and intersection improvements (9-0).
• Approved Resolution 4465-22 authorizing staff to submit a CDBG-PFED application for the same infrastructure (9-0).
• Approved Resolution 4467-22 authorizing the City Administrator to file applications for USDA Rural Development and Clean Water Fund assistance (9-0).
• Approved the bid from Pember for the Splash Pad project at Webb Park, 555 N. Webb Avenue (9-0).
• Set a public hearing for March 14, 2022, on Ordinance 1934-22 creating a Joint Municipal Court with the Township of LaValle and Village of Loganville (9-0).
• Set a public hearing for March 14, 2022, on Ordinance 1935-22 to rezone parcel #276-2244-57000 in the 3000 block of E. Main Street from Agriculture to B2 Business (9-0).
• Set a public hearing for March 14, 2022, on Ordinance 1936-22 to rezone properties in the Business Park between S. Golf Course Road and S. Wengel Drive from I-4 Business Center to Government (9-0).
• Approved the Amended Planned Development Group permit to convert the former South School at 420 Plum Street into multi-family housing (9-0).

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review the January finance report and bills. The board is also scheduled to vote on updated circulation and appropriate behavior policies.

• Updated Circulation Policy
• Updated Appropriate Behavior Policy
• Donation Allocation
• 2021 DPI Annual Report

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will review permits for farming, a tattoo business, and residential development at 420 Plum St. The meeting also includes discussions on rezoning ordinances and a review of the draft Comprehensive Plan.

• Permit amendment to convert former South School into apartments and townhouses
• Ordinance 1935-22 rezoning 3.75 acres at 3000 E Main St to B-2 Business
• Ordinance 1936-22 rezoning 600 S Golf Course Rd and 600 S Wengel Dr to Government
• Conditional Use Permit for tattoo & piercing business at 1129 E Main St
• Annual farming permits for 1040 Clark St and Hay Creek Estates Subdivision

The Reedsburg Plan Commission approved three conditional use permits, including a tattoo and piercing business at 1129 E Main St, and recommended approval of two rezonings and a Planned Development Group amendment for the former South School. All items will proceed to the Common Council for final review.

• Approved annual CUP for farming at 1040 Clark St (unanimous)
• Approved annual CUP for farming at Hay Creek Estates, limited to parcel #4311 (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for tattoo & piercing business at 1129 E Main St (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of PDG amendment for 420 Plum St apartments/townhouses (DeBaets abstained)
• Recommended approval of rezoning 3.75 acres at 3000 E Main St to B-2 Business (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of rezoning at 600 S Golf Course Rd/Wengel Dr to Government (unanimous)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will review proposed amendments to the Personnel Manual regarding training, probationary language, personal days, and vacation days. The committee will also review an employee benefits handout.

• Amendments to Personnel Manual (personal days, training/probationary language, and vacation days)
• Review of 'Benefits at a Glance' employee handout
• Approval of December 6, 2021 meeting minutes

Airport Commission

The scheduled meeting of the Reedsburg Airport Commission for January 27, 2022, was cancelled. No business or discussions were held during this time.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a memorandum of understanding for a new hotel on E. Main Street. The meeting also includes reviews of annual reports from the Police and Planning & Zoning departments. Additionally, the council will address an updated ambulance service agreement.

• MOU with Reedsburg Hotel Group, LLC for Holiday Inn Express construction
• Resolution 4463-22 regarding the Reedsburg Area Ambulance Service agreement
• Temporary liquor license for Reedsburg Young Professionals at Nishan Park
• Appointment of David Moon to Community Development Authority

The Common Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with Reedsburg Hotel Group, LLC for construction of a Holiday Inn Express in the 3000 block of E. Main Street. The council also approved Resolution 4463-22 for the revised 2021 Inter-Municipal Agreement for the Reedsburg Area Ambulance Service. The consent agenda was approved, and the council entered closed session to discuss a potential tax incremental district.

• Approved MOU with Reedsburg Hotel Group for Holiday Inn Express (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 4463-22 for revised ambulance service agreement (8-0)
• Approved consent agenda including licenses, appointments, and reports (7-0-1, Kaney abstaining)
• Entered closed session to discuss tax incremental district (8-0)

Economic Development Commission

The commission will review and consider approval of the Holiday Inn Express Hotel Memorandum of Understanding. The meeting also includes updates on commercial and industrial development projects and the Business Retention & Expansion Survey.

• Holiday Inn Express Hotel Memorandum of Understanding
• Business Retention & Expansion Survey update
• Commercial and industrial development project updates

The Reedsburg Industrial & Commercial Development Commission approved a motion to recommend approval of a Memorandum of Understanding for a proposed Holiday Inn Express hotel to the City Council. The hotel would have four stories and 83 rooms, cost $10 million, and be supported by TID 9 funds and a 10% pay-go. The commission also approved the previous meeting's minutes and discussed updates on a business survey and development projects.

• Approved 12/15/2021 meeting minutes
• Recommended approval of Holiday Inn Express MOU to Council

Public Works Committee

The committee will receive updates on 2022 projects for Laurel Street, K Street, and Labansky Road. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss the location of a proposed sewer lift station.

• Update on 2022 projects for Laurel Street, K Street, and Labansky Road
• Closed session discussion regarding a proposed sewer lift station location
• Approval of minutes from the November 17, 2021 meeting

The Public Works Committee approved minutes from November 17, 2021, amended an agenda item, and received an update on upcoming projects. The committee then directed staff to pursue easements for the wastewater forcemain route. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m.

• Approved minutes from November 17, 2021 meeting
• Amended agenda item B to read 'Public Works Committee'
• Directed Zibell to pursue easements for wastewater forcemain route

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will review monthly activity reports for the police and fire departments covering October, November, and December 2021. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the meeting held on October 19, 2021.

• Review of Police activity reports for October, November, and December 2021
• Review of Fire activity reports for October, November, and December 2021
• Approval of minutes from the October 19, 2021 meeting

Zoning Board of Appeals

The scheduled meeting for the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals on January 18, 2022, was cancelled. No items were listed for discussion or action.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee meeting scheduled for January 18, 2022, was cancelled. No agenda items were listed for discussion or action.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will meet to discuss business plans for the Incubator Program. The agenda includes a closed session regarding potential public property purchases or fund investments. The committee will also consider funding for Beauty & Joy and review CDA updates.

• Approval of October 27, 2021 meeting minutes
• Closed session regarding Incubator Program business plans
• Funding consideration for Beauty & Joy under the Business Incubator Program
• Review of CDA updates

The Community Development Authority approved $500 for nine months for startup Beauty & Joy under the Business Incubator Program, with a report back after that period. The board also approved minutes from the previous meeting and held a closed session to review a business plan. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved $500 for nine months for Beauty & Joy under Business Incubator Program (Kaney abstained)
• Approved 10/27/21 meeting minutes
• Approved closed session to review business plan for startup business
• Approved reconvening into open session

Utility Commission

The commission will review financial reports and approve bills. Members will also consider writing off aged arrears for the utility and telecom departments. Updates on the electric, water, and telecom departments are scheduled.

• Consideration of Telecom aged arrears write-offs for 2022
• Consideration of Utility aged arrears write-offs for 2022
• Fiber Department job description updates
• Closed session regarding employee compensation and performance evaluation data

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Public Library Board of Trustees will review December meeting minutes, financial reports, and bills. The board also plans to discuss report formats and the schedule for 2022 policy reviews and revisions.

• Review of report format and data
• Schedule for 2022 policy review and revision
• December finance report and bills

The Reedsburg Library Board of Trustees met and approved routine items including the agenda, corrected minutes, finance report, and bills totaling $21,003.95. The board also approved transferring $1,097.14 from a dissolved SCLS Holding fund to the Reedsburg Library account under the SCLS Foundation. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (all in favor)
• Approved corrected November minutes (all in favor)
• Approved finance report (all in favor)
• Approved bills totaling $21,003.95 (all in favor)
• Approved transfer of $1,097.14 SCLS Holding funds to Reedsburg Library account (all in favor)

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will consider a site plan for a new 11,966 square foot warehouse addition at 1360 Laukant St. The commission will also review the Comprehensive Plan draft and upcoming public engagement activities.

• Proposed 11,966 square foot warehouse addition at 1360 Laukant St
• Review of the Comprehensive Plan draft
• January 2022 Open House/Charrette planning
• Public engagement activity review

The Reedsburg Plan Commission approved the site plan for a new 11,966 square foot warehouse addition at United Co-Op, 1360 Laukant St, with a condition that a landscape plan be submitted to staff. The commission also approved the minutes from the December 14, 2021 meetings and discussed the Comprehensive Plan update, including an upcoming open house and public engagement results.

• Approved site plan for United Co-Op warehouse addition with landscape plan condition
• Approved minutes from 12/14/21 meetings

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will review minutes from the December 13, 2021 meeting. The commission will also consider Nishan plaques, historical signage, and local video history segments. Additionally, members will discuss history room development.

• Consideration of Nishan plaques and other historical signage
• Consideration of local video history segments
• Consideration of history room development
• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2021

The Historic Preservation Commission approved donating two Wisconsin Historical Society memberships to the United Fund Auction. They also discussed signage quotes, a possible granite sandblasting for the Ramsey sign, and plans for local video history segments and website photos. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved donating two Wisconsin Historical Society memberships to United Fund Auction
• Approved minutes from 12/13/21 meeting

Common Council

The Council will consider adding the Village of Loganville to the Reedsburg Municipal Court. Discussion also includes a wastewater treatment facility design contract and home business ordinance amendments. A closed session is scheduled regarding a proposed business in the Business Park.

• Ordinance 1933-21 adding Village of Loganville to Reedsburg Municipal Court
• Contract with Town & Country Engineers for Waste Water Treatment Facility Design and construction
• Alcohol Beverage Retail License application for Tarbenders with Sass at 326 E. Main Street
• Splash Pad project and Site Plan at Webb Park, 555 N. Webb Avenue
• Ordinance 1932-21 amending home business regulations

The Common Council approved all agenda items unanimously (9-0), including adding the Village of Loganville to the Reedsburg Municipal Court, authorizing a revenue bond resolution for Reedsburg Utility, contracting with Town & Country Engineers for wastewater treatment facility design, approving the Splash Pad project at Webb Park, and amending the home businesses ordinance. The council also entered closed session to discuss a proposed business in the Business Park requiring TIF incentive, but no action was taken on that matter.

• Approved consent agenda including alcohol license for Tarbenders with Sass (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1933-21 adding Village of Loganville to Municipal Court (9-0)
• Approved Municipal Court Agreement with Village of Loganville (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4462-22 for Reedsburg Utility revenue bond (9-0)
• Approved contract with Town & Country Engineers for wastewater treatment facility (9-0)
• Approved Splash Pad project and site plan at Webb Park (9-0)
• Approved Ordinance 1932-21 amending home businesses regulations (9-0)

Personnel Committee

The January 3, 2022, Reedsburg Personnel Committee agenda contains only procedural boilerplate. There are no specific topics or actions listed under general business. The committee will receive information from the public on non-agenda topics but will not discuss or act upon them.