New Glarus meeting summaries, agendas, and minutes

New Glarus committee approves $538,208 in claims; boards weigh budgets, parking, and grants

The New Glarus Personnel/Finance Committee approved $538,208.96 in claims at its Aug. 19 meeting, the only recorded vote among recent municipal meetings. The 3-0 vote covers payments including room tax, police vehicle equipment, and lawn care. All other boards met to discuss budgets, parking, and proposals, but no decisions were published.

Personnel/Finance Committee approves $538,208 in claims

The committee voted 3-0 on Aug. 19 to approve claims totaling $538,208.96. Payments include $29,256.45 to the New Glarus Chamber of Commerce for room tax, $21,791.50 to Belco Vehicle Solutions for the 2026 squad and police department cameras, $8,360.42 to Resco for electric and inventory, and $3,056.00 to Mike Wirth for lawn care. The committee also authorized $83,836.68 in new checks for Aug. 20.

Village Board considers parking changes and paving bids

The Village Board met Aug. 19, but its agenda was published without minutes, so no decisions were recorded. The board reviewed consent items including claims of $337,987.31 and considered Ordinance 26-09, which would change prohibited parking times from 2–6 a.m. to 3–7 a.m. It also reviewed a 2026 Mill/Overlay and Asphalt Pavement Project bid from 1901, Inc. for work at 2nd St/2nd Ave, Railroad St/3rd Ave, and 7th St/12th Ave, plus a change order for mill/overlay at Hwy 69/11th Ave. Resolutions R26-23 and R26-22 would authorize DNR Urban Forestry and Catastrophic Storm Grant applications and close the Water Reservoir checking account at Lake Ridge Bank, respectively.

Fire District reviews 2026 budget

The New Glarus Fire District met Aug. 10 to review the 2026 budget, which includes a $225,000 allocation from the Town of Primrose. The board also discussed budget contributions from the Town of York, Village of New Glarus, Town of New Glarus, and Town of Perry, and received the Fire Chief's report on personnel, equipment, and facilities. No minutes were published.

Library board weighs Wi-Fi grant and clerk hiring

The Library Board of Trustees met Aug. 11 to discuss a public Wi-Fi grant and Resolution 26-07 regarding hiring a library clerk. The meeting included a public comment period, but the board did not vote on those comments. No other substantive business was listed.

Parks & Recreation: Lions Club deck proposal, dog park passes

The Parks & Recreation Committee met Aug. 12 to discuss a New Glarus Lions Club proposal for a concrete raised viewing deck (approx. 15" front, 9" sides) in Village Park and relocation of flagpoles to Veterans Park. The committee also reviewed a dog park update showing 5 monthly and 14 yearly passes sold in 2026, and approved June 10 minutes. The monthly report noted the pool opened June 1, swimming lessons started June 8, and there are 60 swim team members.

Public Works and Safety: change order and ATV/UTV access

The Public Works and Public Safety Committee met Aug. 13 to review Change Order No. 1 for the Eleventh Avenue Improvements project, adding 2 inches of mill and overlay between Railroad Street and Hwy 69 for $10,698.45. The committee also considered a recommendation on ATV/UTV access in the Village, following a July 29 public listening session where residents and the Chamber of Commerce expressed safety and parking concerns. It discussed downtown parking capacity of approximately 399 spots for 69 establishments and reviewed 2026 mill/overlay bids. The committee approved July 9 minutes, which included a recommendation to approve a Class B Beer and Liquor License for Blumer Enterprises LLC at 406 2nd St.

EMS District reviews 2027 budget

The Sugar River EMS District Board met Aug. 20 to discuss the initial 2027 budget and schedule a public hearing. The board also planned to confirm district leadership and approve the EMS Handbook, and received updates on a new ambulance and an Innovation Grant. No decisions were published.

Historical Preservation: Floral Clock repair estimate

The Historical Preservation Commission met Aug. 20 to consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for the Floral Clock, including a $7,770 estimate from Iconic Foundations LLC for a stamped concrete circle and site prep. The commission also discussed development of a parcel adjacent to the Swiss Historical Village and approved minutes from Jan. 13, 2025.

Coming up

• **Library Board of Trustees** – Aug. 26, 2026: The board will discuss the library budget, cleaning services, a student representative, a new logo, an art auction, a Sept. 26 closing, and building project updates. Public comments are limited to three minutes and will not be discussed or voted on at the meeting.

New Glarus roundup: Finance panel approves $36,874 in claims; Fire District budget, WIFI project on the table

The New Glarus Village Finance/Personnel Committee approved $36,874.19 in claims on July 15, the only item from the past two weeks of meetings with a confirmed vote tally. All other recent meetings were held on an agenda-only basis, with minutes not yet published, so outcomes remain unconfirmed.

Finance/Personnel Committee — July 15

The committee approved its June 17, 2026 meeting minutes and all presented claims totaling $36,874.19. Both motions carried 2-0. No public comments were received.

Fire District Board — July 13

The New Glarus Fire District board was scheduled to consider a 2026 budget totaling $225,000, along with approval of June 8 minutes, claims and bills, and the Treasurer's Report. The Fire Chief's report was to cover personnel, trucks and repairs, equipment, and building and grounds. The board also planned to set its next meeting for August 10, 2026. Minutes have not been published, so the budget approval and other actions are not confirmed.

Village Board — July 15

The Village Board agenda included a public WIFI project presentation by the Green County Development Corporation and a facade improvement grant application for 18 6th Ave, identified as Puempel's Olde Tavern. The board was also scheduled to review a Class B beer and liquor license application for Blumer Enterprises LLC and discuss a nuisance property at 212 2nd St in closed session. Claims on the agenda totaled $169,112.70 via ACH, $52,814.16 in payroll, and $497,233.91 in checks. Minutes are not yet published.

Public Works/Public Safety Committee — July 9

The committee was set to consider a Class B beer and liquor license application from Blumer Enterprises LLC at 406 2nd St, approve June 11, 2026 minutes, and receive monthly reports from the Police Department and Public Works Department. Outcomes are not confirmed.

Community Development Authority — July 6

The CDA was scheduled to discuss a facade improvement grant application for 18 6th Ave. No minutes have been published.

Coming up

The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees meets July 22 to discuss a potential transfer to the Village, building project updates, and the addition of a student representative. The board will also review bills and its financial statement.