Juneau public meetings in 2025

Personnel Committee

The Joint Personnel/Public Safety Committee will review and possibly approve proposed changes to the fire department by-law. It will also consider grant applications for new radios for the EMS, fire, and police departments. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as approving minutes and setting the next meeting date.

• Review, discuss, and possibly approve fire department by-law changes
• Review, discuss, and possibly approve grant applications for EMS, fire, and police department radios

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the November 25, 2025 minutes. It adopted the Juneau Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines, pending a legal opinion, with a 3‑0 vote. The committee also forwarded a grant application for new radios to the Finance Committee, also by a 3‑0 vote, and set the next personnel meeting for Jan. 27, 2025.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• November 25, 2025 minutes approved (motion carried)
• Approved Juneau Fire Department Standard Operating Guidelines pending legal approval (3-0)
• Forwarded grant application for new radios to Finance Committee (3-0)
• Set next personnel meeting for Jan. 27, 2025 at 6:30 pm
• Meeting adjourned (motion carried)

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The Juneau Fire Department will conduct a third reading of its bylaws and may approve them. The board will also discuss a fundraiser purchase, upcoming elections, the annual meeting, and the property at 338 S. Western Ave. Additional items include a sweatshirt/job shirt order and routine committee reports.

• Third reading of fire department bylaws (possible approval)
• Fundraiser purchase
• Elections
• Annual meeting
• Discussion of 338 S. Western Ave

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will meet to discuss and possibly approve the use of a business as an antique shop and its associated signage. The commission will also receive a property maintenance update.

• Proposed use of 116 ½ E. Oak Street as an antique shop
• Proposed signage for 116 ½ E. Oak Street
• Property maintenance update

The commission approved its agenda and the November 24 minutes unanimously. It authorized the use of 118 E Oak Street as an antique shop, with a 5‑0‑1 vote (Mayor Wegener abstained). The commission also approved signage for the same address by the same vote count. The next meeting was scheduled for January 26 2026 and the session was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 24 minutes (6-0)
• Approved use of 118 E Oak Street as antique shop (5-0-1, mayor abstained)
• Approved signage for 118 E Oak Street (5-0-1, mayor abstained)
• Set next meeting for Jan 26 2026 at 6:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee meeting scheduled for December 18, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were listed for decision or discussion.

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee meeting scheduled for Dec 17, 2025 was cancelled due to illness. No agenda items will be considered or acted upon at this time.

Fire Dept Executive Meeting

The Juneau Fire Department executive meeting will discuss recent fire incident reporting, updates to the Fire Rescue Academy, and review of Lexipol policies. It will also consider proposed bylaw changes and updates to department job descriptions. Additional topics include planning fundraisers, reviewing fire incident and pay statistics, and conducting elections and an annual meeting.

• New Fire Incidents (NERIS) reporting
• Fire Rescue Academy updates
• Lexipol policy review
• Bylaw changes discussion
• Fundraisers planning

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The JFD Health and Safety Committee will hold its bi-annual meeting to discuss department operations. The body will review new business items related to personnel health and incident procedures.

• Closing calls on JFD incidents
• Employee Assistance Program
• Physicals
• Annual Fit Test for SCBA

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The Juneau Fire Department will hold its monthly meeting to review committee reports and past calls. The body will conduct a third reading of the bylaws with a possible vote for approval.

• Third reading and possible approval of Bylaws
• Discussion and possible purchase of radio straps
• Review of new fire reports module (NERIS) via ESO
• Discussion of sweatshirts and job shirt order
• Department elections

CDA Committee

The Community Development Authority Committee meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Library Board

The Juneau Public Library Board of Trustees will meet on December 10, 2025 for routine business. Items include approving minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting, reviewing financial reports and bill payments, and discussing the 2026 budget and library policies such as closed dates and emergency closures. The board will also receive updates on programs, facilities, and personnel.

• Approve minutes from the October 8, 2025 meeting
• Review and approve payment of bills for Oct 6 – Dec 9, 2025
• Review city’s year-to-date budget and the 2026 library budget
• Review and approve 2026 closed dates
• Review emergency closing policy

The board approved the meeting agenda. It approved the minutes of the October 8, 2025 meeting. It approved payment of bills covering October 6 through December 9, 2025. The discussion of 2026 library closed dates was tabled until next month.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved October 8, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved payment of bills Oct 6‑Dec 9 2025 (motion carried)
• Tabled discussion of 2026 closed dates until next month (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:31 PM (motion carried)

Common Council

The Juneau Common Council will approve minutes from prior meetings, discuss reports from the mayor, clerk/treasurer, and various departments, and vote on several resolutions. It will also approve payment of city bills totaling $1,164,413.27 in checks and $237,664.83 electronically. Additional items include licensing approvals and a closed‑session discussion of public‑property negotiations.

• Approve payment of bills: checks $1,164,413.27; electronic $237,664.83
• Resolution 52-2025 – approve mayoral appointments of election inspectors
• Resolution 54-2025 – approve certified survey map for parcels 241-1115-2811-020 & 241-1115-2812-012
• Resolution 53-2025 – approve amended fire department by‑law changes
• Approve provisional licenses (45 days) and regular bartender’s licenses for 2025

The Common Council authorized over $1.4 million in checks and electronic payments. It approved the mayor’s appointments of election inspectors and adopted a certified survey map with a street amendment. The fire department by‑law amendment was sent back for revision, and several licenses were granted.

• Approved $1,164,413.27 in checks and $237,664.83 electronic payments (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 52-2025 appointing election inspectors (4-0-2)
• Approved Resolution 54-2025 certified survey map with amendment (4-0-1)
• No action on Resolution 53-2025 fire department by‑law changes; sent back for revisions
• Approved 45‑day provisional licenses for Kristen Rabensdorf and Sarah Hanna (5-0)
• Approved regular bartender’s license for 2025 for three applicants (5-0)
• Adjourned into closed session (5-0)

EMS Regular Meeting

The Juneau EMS board will hold its regular monthly meeting to approve the agenda, minutes, and the Treasurer’s Report, and to hear reports from committees on training, recruitment, fundraising, maintenance, run review and communications. It will also review old‑business items such as the schedule summary, a Facebook project and a logo‑wear initiative, and discuss the upcoming holiday party. No formal actions beyond agenda approval are noted.

• Approve the agenda
• Approve minutes from the previous meeting
• Approve the Treasurer’s Report
• Review the Facebook project
• Discuss the holiday party scheduled for 7:00 p.m.

The board approved the meeting agenda, the minutes from the previous meeting, and the treasurer’s report, each without discussion. A motion to adjoin the meeting was also passed. New member Emily was noted, and a holiday party was scheduled for 7 p.m. that evening.

• Approved agenda (passed)
• Approved previous minutes (passed)
• Approved treasurer report (passed)
• Motion to adjoin (passed)

EMS Executive Meeting

The City of Juneau EMS Executive Board will meet on December 9, 2025 to review operational and financial matters. The agenda includes a review of the EMS weekend schedule, an update on a Facebook project, plans for a new 2352 vehicle, refresher training for 2026, and the 2026 budget. New business includes the 2025 EMS elections. The meeting will also set the date, time, and place for the next session.

• EMS schedule review summary/weekend schedule
• Facebook project update
• Review plans for the new 2352
• Refresher training for 2026
• Budget for 2026

The board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the prior session. The 2026 budget was approved. The next meeting was set for January 13 2026 at 5:30 pm, and the meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion passed)
• Approved 2026 budget (motion passed)
• Scheduled next meeting for Jan 13 2026 at 5:30 pm (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Cable TV Committee

The Cable TV Committee meeting scheduled for December 8, 2025 was cancelled. The committee has been dissolved, so no agenda items will be considered.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee meeting scheduled for December 2, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The next meeting is set for January 6, 2026.

Utility Commission

The Juneau Utility Commission will meet on December 1, 2025 to consider routine monthly business, including approval of vouchers and checks, review of the prior month income statement, and discussion of council actions affecting the utility. The commission will also review and possibly approve the balance of donations for 2025, and consider purchases of spare equipment for the water‑wastewater treatment plant and a utility trailer. Public comments will be heard and reports from the utility accountant, electric superintendent, and water/wastewater superintendent will be presented.

• Approve vouchers and checks
• Review prior month income statement
• Review and possibly approve balance of donations for 2025
• Consider purchase of spare equipment at the water‑wastewater treatment plant
• Consider purchase of a utility trailer

The Utility Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from prior meetings. It authorized payment of a $300,882.14 WPPI invoice and $451,958.42 in checks, approved three charitable donations totaling $5,133.14, and approved purchases of spare mixers and a new utility trailer. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approve agenda (5-0)
• Approve prior meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approve payment of WPPI invoice $300,882.14 and checks $451,958.42 (5-0)
• Approve donations: $700 to Shop with Cops, $1,000 to Dodge Centre Historical Society, $3,433.14 to City of Juneau for Christmas Lights (5-0)
• Approve purchase of spare mixers for digesters using loan contingency funds (5-0)
• Approve purchase of utility trailer for $2,600 (5-0)
• Adjourn meeting at 7:11 pm (5-0)

Common Council

The Juneau Common Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed 2026 municipal budget. After the hearing, members will consider Resolution 51-2025 to adopt the 2026 budget and set the tax levy for the coming year. No other specific actions are listed beyond routine public comments and agenda items.

• Public Hearing – 2026 Budget
• Resolution 51-2025 (Approve to Adopt 2026 Budget and Set Tax Levy)

Mayor Wegener opened the public hearing on the 2026 budget. The council approved Resolution 51‑2025 to adopt the 2026 budget and set the tax levy, with a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 6:13 p.m.

• Open public hearing on 2026 budget (motion carried)
• Close public hearing on 2026 budget (motion carried)
• Approve Resolution 51‑2025 to adopt 2026 budget and set tax levy (5‑0)
• Adjourn meeting (motion carried)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to review previous minutes and enter a closed session. The closed session is designated for considering the dismissal, demotion, licensing, or discipline of a public employee.

• Closed session regarding public employee discipline, demotion, or dismissal per WI Stat 19.85(1)(b)

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the October 28, 2025 minutes. Members voted to adjourn to a closed session, then to reconvene in open session, and finally to adjourn the meeting. The next personnel meeting was scheduled for December 30, 2025 at 6:30 pm.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved October 28, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned to closed session at 6:19 pm (motion carried)
• Reopened meeting in open session at 6:39 pm (motion carried)
• No action taken on discipline discussion
• Set next meeting for Dec 30, 2025 at 6:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting at 6:46 pm (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The Juneau Plan Commission will review and discuss the possibility of establishing an additional Tax Increment Financing (TIF) district. Members will also consider plans for a Porta Potty trailer for Whiskers and receive a property maintenance update. The meeting will set the date and time for the next commission meeting.

• Review, discuss, and possible approval of plans for a Porta Potty trailer for Whiskers
• Review and discuss the possibility of establishing an additional TIF district
• Property maintenance update
• Set date and time for next meeting: Monday, December 29, 2025, at 6:30 PM

The Plan Commission approved its agenda and the October 27 minutes unanimously. It then approved plans for an 18‑month porta‑potty trailer (December 2025 – July 2027) with a 6‑0‑1 vote (Mayor Wegener abstained). The commission also set the next meeting for Dec 29 2025 and adjourned unanimously.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved previous minutes (7-0)
• Approved 18‑month porta‑potty trailer plan (6-0-1, mayor abstained)
• Set next meeting date Dec 29 2025 at 6:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will review monthly reports from the police, EMS, and fire departments for October 2025. The committee may take action to approve changes to Fire Department by-laws for submission to the Council.

• Approval of Fire Department by-law changes
• October 2025 Police report
• October 2025 EMS report
• October 2025 Fire Department report

The committee approved its public safety agenda and the minutes from the October 23 meeting, each by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved changes to the fire department by‑laws and will forward them to the council. The next meeting was scheduled for December 18, 2025 at 6:30 pm. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved public safety agenda (3-0)
• Approved October 23 minutes (3-0)
• Approved fire department by‑law changes and send to council (3-0)
• Set next meeting for Dec 18, 2025 at 6:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Recreation Committee

The Juneau Recreation Committee meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 19, 2025 at the Juneau Community Center was cancelled. No actions, votes, or discussions will take place at this meeting. The next scheduled meeting is Wednesday, December 17, 2025. For more information, contact Recreation Director Hunter Karnitz at 500 Lincoln Drive, Juneau, WI or 920‑386‑4812.

Fire Dept Executive Meeting

The Juneau Fire Department will hold its monthly executive meeting to review recent fire incidents, equipment maintenance, and training programs. Members will discuss updates to the Fire Rescue Academy, Lexipol policies, and potential bylaw changes. New business includes planning fundraisers, fire inspections, preplan development, apparatus checks, and updating department job descriptions. No formal actions are indicated beyond informational updates.

• Review of new fire incidents (NERIS)
• Asset maintenance updates
• Fire Rescue Academy discussion
• Fundraisers planning
• Fire inspections scheduling

The executive board approved the meeting minutes and then adjourned the session. No vote was recorded on the agenda motion, and the discussion about switching fire inspection companies did not result in a formal decision.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The Juneau Fire Department will meet to review committee reports and past calls. The body will consider a second reading of bylaw changes and discuss equipment purchases.

• Second reading of bylaw changes
• Discussion of group purchase for radio straps
• Review of new fire reports module (NERIS) via ESO
• Discussion of sweatshirts and job shirt orders
• Reports on training, fundraising, and fire prevention

The board approved the meeting agenda and accepted the previous meeting minutes. The treasurer's report was accepted. Members voted to purchase stickers supporting Tim Crimmings' fight with cancer. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of department stickers supporting Tim Crimmings (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

CDA Committee

The Community Development Authority Committee meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025, has been cancelled.

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review, discuss, and possibly approve an upsizing of a culvert under County Road DF. The meeting also includes routine items such as the pledge of allegiance, roll call, agenda approval, minutes review, public comments, the superintendent’s report, future agenda items, and setting the next meeting date.

• Review, discuss, and possibly approve upsizing of culvert under County Rd DF

The Public Works Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the October 29, 2025 meeting. It voted 3-0 to contribute up to $12,000 toward a tile drainage pipe for the Nehls field project. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from October 29, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved up to $12,000 contribution for tile discharge pipe (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Common Council

The Juneau Common Council will consider several finance resolutions, including the adoption of the 2026 fee schedule and the renewal of a $250,000 revolving line of credit. Additional items include approval of capital requests using 2024 general obligation debt funds, a contract with the Dodge County Humane Society for 2026, and a partnership with Nehls Brothers Farms to upsize a culvert under County Road DF. The council will also approve payment of outstanding bills totaling $581,221.47.

• Resolution 48-2025 – Approve 2026 fee schedule
• Resolution 49-2025 – Approve renewing revolving line of credit for $250,000.00
• Resolution 50-2025 – Approve Dodge County Humane Society contract for 2026
• Resolution 51-2025 – Approve partnership with Nehls Brothers Farms to upsize culvert under County Road DF
• Approve payment of bills: Checks $357,911.71; Electronic $223,309.76

The Common Council approved $357,911.71 in checks and $223,309.76 in electronic payments (6‑0). It also approved Resolution 49‑2025 to renew a revolving line of credit for $250,000 (6‑0) and Resolution 48‑2025 for the 2026 fee schedule (6‑0). Additional actions included approving a watering tank purchase with ARPA funds, a $10,725.66 community‑center purchase, and the Dodge County Humane Society contract.

• Approved $357,911.71 in checks and $223,309.76 electronic payments (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 48‑2025 (2026 fee schedule) (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 49‑2025 (renew $250,000 revolving line of credit) (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 23‑2024 AMENDED (capital requests $10,110.94) (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 50‑2025 (Dodge County Humane Society contract) (6‑0)
• Approved ordinance amendment 275‑2025 (fire department organization) (6‑0)
• Approved purchase of community‑center alto sham for $10,725.66 (no vote recorded)
• Approved watering tank for DPW using ARPA funds (no vote recorded)

EMS Regular Meeting

The EMS board approved the meeting agenda, the prior meeting minutes, and the Treasurer’s Report. Members voted to order three logo shirts per member, to be placed by Friday noon. Dan Z was nominated and accepted as Coordinator, and Dan T was nominated and accepted as Secretary. The next meeting is set for December 9 at 6:30 p.m.

• Approve agenda (motion passed)
• Approve previous minutes (motion passed)
• Approve Treasurer’s Report (motion passed)
• Order three logo shirts per member (deadline Friday noon)
• Elect Dan Z as Coordinator (nominated by Dan T, seconded by Gina, accepted)
• Elect Dan T as Secretary (nominated by Nate, seconded by Brittany, accepted)

EMS Executive Meeting

The Juneau EMS Executive meeting will review several ongoing items, including the 2026 budget and training plans. It will also discuss a proposed Intercept Agreement with West Bend Fire/Rescue. Additional topics include a logo design, a review of the new 2352 project plans, and scheduling matters.

• New Intercept Agreement with West Bend Fire/Rescue
• 2026 Budget review
• Review plans for the new 2352
• Refresher training for 2026
• Logo Wear Cole

The EMS Executive Board approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. No changes were made to the 2026 budget. The board set the next meeting for December 9, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approve agenda – motion passed
• Approve minutes – motion passed
• 2026 budget – no changes noted
• Set next meeting date, time, and place: Dec 9, 2025 at 5:30 p.m. – motion passed
• Adjourn meeting – motion passed

Public Works Committee

The Juneau Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025 was cancelled. Because the meeting was cancelled, no agenda items will be acted upon, including the proposed review of upsizing a culvert under County Rd DF. The committee will set the next meeting for January 28, 2026.

• Review, discuss, and possibly approve upsizing of culvert under County Rd DF

Cable TV Committee

The Cable TV Committee meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2025.

Finance Committee

The Juneau Finance Committee will review and possibly approve several items, including the use of remaining capital funds for police radios for tasers, a one‑year line of credit with Farmers and Merchants Bank, the 2026 municipal budget, and the 2026 fee schedule. Public comment will be heard before decisions are made. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, and setting the next meeting date.

• Allocate remaining capital funds for police radios for tasers
• Approve 1‑year line of credit with Farmers and Merchants Bank
• Approve the 2026 budget
• Approve the 2026 fee schedule

The committee reallocated $6,037.43 of capital funds to purchase one taser for the police department. It approved a one‑year line of credit with Farmers and Merchants Bank. It adopted the proposed 2026 budget and the 2026 fee schedule with several item changes.

• Reallocate $6,037.43 capital funds to buy one taser (3‑0)
• Approve 1‑year line of credit with Farmers and Merchants Bank (3‑0)
• Approve 2026 city budget (3‑0)
• Approve 2026 fee schedule with listed changes (3‑0)
• Approve meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approve October 7, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Utility Commission

The Juneau Utility Commission will discuss routine monthly business, including financial reports and vouchers. Commissioners will consider two resolutions—one to approve 2026 health insurance and another to raise meeting pay for elected and appointed officials. The commission will also review and possibly approve the city's 2026 utility budget.

• Approve vouchers and checks
• Review prior month income statement
• Resolution 38-2025: Approve 2026 health insurance
• Resolution 40-2025: Approve raise in meeting pay for officials
• Review and possibly approve the 2026 utility budget

The Utility Commission voted 4‑0 to adopt the 2026 preliminary budget. It also approved payment of a $350,885.83 WPPI invoice and $348,333.87 in checks. A motion was passed 4‑0 directing Nick Gahlman to pursue a 10‑year, 0% interest WPPI member loan. No action was taken on Water Department funds in the LGIP.

• Approved agenda (4‑0)
• Approved minutes from previous meetings (4‑0)
• Approved WPPI invoice payment of $350,885.83 and checks of $348,333.87 (4‑0)
• Approved 2026 preliminary utility budget as presented (4‑0)
• Directed Nick Gahlman to acquire WPPI member loan (4‑0)
• No action on Water Department funds in LGIP
• Adjourned meeting at 6:55 PM (4‑0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will review and possibly approve the department’s fee schedule. It will also consider replacing the Alto sham in the Community Center Kitchen and purchasing a trailer. Additional items include discussion of a culvert under County Rd DF and property on S. Fairfield.

• Review and possibly approve DPW fee schedule
• Review and possibly approve replacement of Alto sham in the Community Center Kitchen
• Review and possibly approve purchase of a trailer
• Review and discuss culvert under County Rd DF
• Review and discuss property on S. Fairfield

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the September 24, 2025 meeting. It adopted the 2026 DPW fee schedule with rates for cemetery services, weed notices, snow removal, tires, and dumpster items, passing the motion 3‑0. The board also approved buying a new Alto Sham for the community center kitchen, not to exceed $10,725.66, and authorized the purchase of a trailer using 2025 DPW funds pending utility approval, each with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 24, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 DPW fee schedule updates (3-0)
• Approved purchase of new Alto Sham up to $10,725.66 (3-0)
• Approved purchase of trailer using 2025 DPW funds, contingent on utility approval (3-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet on October 28, 2025 at City Hall, 405 Jewel St. The agenda includes standard procedural items and a closed session for personnel matters under WI Stat 19.85. The committee will review, discuss, and possibly approve the Fire Department Chief Deputy job description. The meeting will also set the date for the next session on November 25, 2025.

• Review, discuss, and possibly approve Fire Department Chief Deputy job description
• Adjourn to closed session per WI Stat 19.85(1)(b) for personnel disciplinary matters
• Reconvene to open session and disclose findings per WI Stat 19.85(2)
• Approve agenda and previous minutes from September 30, 2025
• Set next meeting date: Tuesday November 25, 2025 at 6:30 PM

The Personnel Committee issued a written reprimand to a city employee and extended the employee’s orientation period by six months for violations of personnel policies. The committee also approved the Fire Department Chief Deputy job description as written. All motions were adopted unanimously. The meeting was adjourned at 7:33 p.m.

• Issued written reprimand and extended orientation period 6 months for city employee (3-0)
• Approved Fire Department Chief Deputy job description as written (3-0)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved September 30, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned to closed session (unanimous)
• Reopened open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:33 p.m. (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Juneau Plan Commission will review, discuss, and possibly approve site plans and the intended purpose for the property at 225 Short Street. The agenda also includes a property maintenance update, discussion of any old or new business, and setting the date for the next meeting.

• Review and possible approval of site plans/purpose for 225 Short Street
• Property maintenance update
• Discussion of old business items
• Discussion of new business items
• Set date for next meeting (Nov 24, 2025)

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the September 29 minutes, each by a 7‑0 vote. It then approved the site plans and purpose for 225 Short Street, requiring the two lots to be combined and a 6‑ft fence built within 12 months per city ordinances, also by a 7‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 7:20 pm by a unanimous vote.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved September 29 minutes (7-0)
• Approved site plans/purpose for 225 Short Street with conditions (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Juneau Public Safety Committee will review September 2025 monthly reports from the Police, EMS, Fire, and Emergency Government departments. It will discuss and possibly approve the 2026 Humane Society contract and a job description for Deputy Chief. The committee will also approve the agenda, approve minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting, and set the date for the next meeting.

• Approve the Public Safety agenda
• Approve minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting
• Discuss and possibly approve the 2026 Humane Society contract
• Discuss and possibly approve the job description for Deputy Chief
• Review September 2025 monthly reports from Police, EMS, Fire, and Emergency Government

The committee approved the agenda and the September 25th meeting minutes, each by a 3‑0 vote. It also approved a 2026 Humane Society contract for ten domesticated animals at a cost of $2,900, and approved a job description for a Deputy Chief to be sent to the Personnel Committee. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved September 25th, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved 2026 Humane Society contract for 10 animals, $2,900 (3-0)
• Approved Deputy Chief job description and referral to Personnel Committee (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

CDA Committee

The Community Development Authority Committee meeting scheduled for October 21, 2025 was cancelled. No decisions, discussions, or agenda items were presented. The next meeting is set for November 18, 2025.

Recreation Committee

The Juneau Recreation Committee will meet to discuss field usage requests for 2026, a memorial tree planting, and adult soccer league trash collection. The committee will also receive a report on programs and playground possibilities from the Lions Club.

• Field Usage Request for 2026
• Memorial Tree Planting
• Adult Soccer League Trash Collection
• Lions Club - Playground Possibilities
• Recreation Director Report

The committee unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the prior meeting. It granted the Adult Soccer League permission to continue using the Wild Goose Park fields for its 2026 season. A memorial tree with a plaque for Jenny Wolter was also approved. The meeting was adjourned at 6:49 pm.

• Approve meeting agenda – carried 5-0
• Approve prior meeting minutes – carried 5-0
• Grant Adult Soccer League permission to use Wild Goose Park fields – carried 5-0
• Approve planting memorial tree with plaque for Jenny Wolter – carried 5-0
• Adjourn meeting – carried 5-0

Fire Dept Executive Meeting

The Juneau Fire Department Executive Board will hold a closed session to consider dismissal, demotion, licensing, discipline, or tenure decisions for public employees or licensed persons. The meeting also includes routine items such as reviewing minutes, public comment, and updates on ESO, the Fire Rescue Academy, Lexipol, trap shoot results, by‑law changes, the 2371 project, and the 9/11 Parade. New business will address fundraisers. The session follows Wisconsin Statutes 19.85 for closed and open sessions.

• ESO update (old business)
• Fire Rescue Academy discussion (old business)
• Lexipol review (old business)
• Fundraisers (new business)
• Personnel closed session for possible dismissal, demotion, licensing or discipline

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The Juneau Fire Department will review committee reports and old business items such as training, fundraising, and fire‑prevention updates. New business includes a first reading of proposed bylaw changes and a purchase request for a new Sensit gas meter. The meeting also covers a discussion of a possible group purchase of radio straps and a monthly clean‑up activity.

• First Reading of the By Law Changes
• Fundraiser Purchase – New Sensit Gas Meter
• Discuss and possible purchase group idea (radio straps)
• New fire reports module (NERIS) under ESO
• Monthly Clean‑up (Schaalma Joel, Schultz Kevin)

Common Council

The Juneau Common Council will meet on October 14, 2025, at City Hall to approve bills, committee reports, and several resolutions regarding health insurance, wages, and liquor licenses.

• Approve 2026 Health Insurance (Resolution 38-2025)
• Approve City Wage Scale (Resolution 39-2025)
• Approve Fire Department Fee Schedule (Resolution 46-2025)
• Approve Raise in Meeting Pay for Officials (Resolution 40-2025)
• Approve Base Pay Increase for Firefighter Positions (Resolution 41-2025)

The Common Council approved the agenda and the previous minutes. It authorized $725,965.75 in checks and $209,361.85 in electronic payments (6‑0). The council also adopted several resolutions, including 2026 health insurance, the city wage scale, meeting‑pay raises, firefighter base‑pay increase, and repurposing tennis‑court funds for a shed. Additional approvals covered a new beer and liquor license, a set date for the annual trick‑or‑treat event, and provisional and regular bartender licenses.

• Approved $725,965.75 in checks and $209,361.85 electronic payments (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 38-2025 (2026 Health Insurance) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 39-2025 (City Wage Scale) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 40-2025 (Raise in Meeting Pay for officials) (5-1)
• Approved Resolution 41-2025 (Base Pay Increase for all Firefighter positions) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 42-2025 (Use remaining tennis‑court funds for shed/concession stand) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 43-2025 (Beer and Liquor License) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 44-2025 (Set Date and Time for Trick‑or‑Treat) (6-0)

Cable TV Committee

The Cable TV Committee meeting scheduled for October 13, 2025 was cancelled. The next meeting is set for November 10, 2025.

Library Board

The Board of Trustees will review financial reports and the Director's updates on library operations. The meeting includes discussions on the 2026 budget and the hiring of a new page.

• 2026 Budget
• New page hire
• Pollinator garden
• Chamber 'Parade of Trees'
• Payment of bills from September 9 – October 5, 2025

The board approved its agenda and the minutes from the September 10 meeting. It approved payment of bills for September 19‑October 5, 2025. The board also approved the 2026 library budget as presented.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved September 10 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved payment of September 19‑October 5 bills (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 library budget (motion carried)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will consider moving the remaining 2025 funds earmarked for a tennis‑court replacement into the 2026 budget for a storage shed at Wild Goose Park. It will also discuss the 2026 health‑insurance contribution, the 2026 wage scale, and proposed pay increases for department heads, committee and commission members, as well as a $100 base‑pay raise for all firefighter positions.

• Reallocate 2025 tennis‑court replacement funds to a 2026 storage shed at Wild Goose Park
• Increase annual base pay for all firefighter positions by $100 per position
• Consider purchase of a watering tank for the Department of Public Works
• Review and possibly approve the 2026 health‑insurance contribution

The committee voted 3‑0 to apply $7,240 saved from the tennis court resurfacing toward a storage shed at Wild Goose Park. It also approved the 2026 health‑insurance plan, the 2026 wage scale, and the department budgets. Additional approvals included raising the meeting per‑diem to $50, increasing firefighter base pay by $100, and purchasing a $4,925 watering tank for the DPW.

• Approved $7,240 allocation for storage shed (3-0)
• Approved 2026 health‑insurance plan (3-0)
• Approved 2026 wage scale (3-0)
• Approved 2026 department budgets (3-0)
• Approved increase of meeting per‑diem to $50 (3-0)
• Approved $100 increase to firefighter base pay (3-0)
• Approved purchase of $4,925 watering tank (3-0)

Utility Commission

The Juneau Utility Commission will meet on October 6, 2025 to review monthly business and financial matters. The agenda includes a presentation of the 2024 financial statements, a review of the 2026 preliminary budget, and several equipment and project proposals. Commissioners will discuss and possibly approve the purchase of a dehumidifier for the water/wastewater treatment plant, a change order for the plant, and hiring an engineering firm for a facility plan amendment. Additional items include possible approval of a mini excavator replacement and spending on equipment at auction.

• Presentation of 2024 Financial Statements by Aaron Worthman (Baker Tilly)
• Review and possible approval of the 2026 preliminary budget
• Review and possible approval of purchase of a dehumidifier for the WWTP
• Review and possible approval of WWTP change order #10
• Review and possible approval of hiring an engineering firm for the WWTP facility plan amendment

The commission voted 3-0 to approve payment of the WPPI invoice for $449,318.86 and checks totaling $402,159.88. It also approved the utility’s cost share for the mini excavator replacement, authorized up to $5,000 for equipment at an auction, and approved a $2,815 purchase of a WWTP dehumidifier. Additional approvals included a $13,518 credit for Change Order #10 and hiring Applied Technologies for the WWTP facility plan amendment, all carried 3-0.

• Approved WPPI invoice payment of $449,318.86 and checks of $402,159.88 (3-0)
• Approved utility share in annual mini excavator replacement (3-0)
• Approved spending up to $5,000 on equipment at auction (3-0)
• Approved purchase of WWTP dehumidifier for $2,815.00 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #10 credit of $13,518.00 (3-0)
• Approved hiring Applied Technologies for WWTP facility plan amendment (3-0)

Personnel Committee

The Joint Personnel and Utility Personnel Committees will meet to discuss the 2026 health insurance plan and meeting pay rates. The City Personnel agenda includes proposals for firefighter pay increases and changes to police and records positions. A closed session is scheduled to discuss an employee's request to work from home.

• Creation of a Deputy Chief position with $1,500 base pay
• Elimination of Safety Officer and State Records Keeper positions
• Proposed $100 annual base pay increase for all Firefighter positions
• Review and possible approval of the 2026 Health Insurance Plan
• Discussion on increasing the pay rate for meetings

The committee approved the 2026 health insurance plan and raised the per‑meeting stipend to $50 per diem. It created a Deputy Chief position with a $1,500 base salary while eliminating the Safety Officer and State Records Keeper jobs. Annual firefighter base pay was increased by $100 per position. The meeting then moved to a closed session, reconvened, and adjourned.

• Approved 2026 Health Insurance Plan (5-0)
• Increased meeting per diem to $50 (5-0)
• Created Deputy Chief position, eliminated Safety Officer and State Records Keeper (2-0)
• Raised firefighter annual base pay by $100 (2-0)
• Adjourned to closed session (motion carried)
• Reopened session at 8:06 pm (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:11 pm (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The Juneau Plan Commission will review a letter of support for a StoryWalk at the public library. It will examine a certified survey map that would combine two parcels on S. Fairfield Avenue for Whisker Development. The commission will also discuss building opportunities at 510 Home Road and receive an update on property maintenance.

• Letter of support for the StoryWalk for the Friends of the Juneau Public Library
• Certified survey map to combine two parcels on S. Fairfield Ave for Whisker Development
• Discussion of building opportunities for 510 Home Road
• Property maintenance update

The commission approved its agenda and the previous meeting minutes, each by a 7‑0 vote. It also approved a letter of support for the Friends of the Juneau Public Library StoryWalk and will forward it to the City Council. The commission approved the Certified Survey Map to combine two parcels on S. Fairfield Ave for Whisker Development, changing the street name to W. Cross Street, also by a 7‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved letter of support for StoryWalk, to forward to Council (7-0)
• Approved Certified Survey Map for combining two parcels on S. Fairfield Ave, with street name change to W. Cross Street (7-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee will discuss and possibly approve several items, including a new Deputy Chief position and the elimination of the Safety Officer for the fire department. Other topics include setting a date and time for the October 26th Trick‑or‑Treat event, extending premises for local bars on October 18th, and granting a Class B beer and liquor license to AE Food & Drink LLC. The committee will also consider increasing base pay for all firefighters and creating an ordinance to allow the fire department to charge for vehicle accidents.

• Set date/time for Trick‑or‑Treat: Oct 26 2025, 4 pm‑6 pm
• Extension of premises Oct 18 2025, 3 pm‑11 pm for Simple Bar (160 E Oak St.), American Legion Post 15 (162 E Oak St.) and Juneau Lanes (150 E Oak St.)
• Class B beer and liquor license for AE Food & Drink LLC dba Rollin Stone, 153 E Oak St.
• Create Deputy Chief position and eliminate Safety Officer in the fire department
• Increase base pay for all firefighter positions

The Public Safety Committee approved the creation of a Deputy Chief role, eliminated the Safety Officer and State Record Keeper positions, and set the Deputy Chief’s base salary at $1,500. It also approved a $100 annual increase in base pay for all firefighter positions. Additional approvals included a Class B liquor license for AE Food & Drink LLC and a fee schedule for fire department equipment. All motions passed unanimously with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved creation of Deputy Chief position, elimination of Safety Officer and State Record Keeper positions, and set Deputy Chief base pay $1,500 (3-0)
• Approved $100 annual increase in base pay for all firefighter positions (3-0)
• Approved ordinance amendment to allow fire department to charge for vehicle accidents (3-0)
• Approved fire department equipment and manpower fee schedule (3-0)
• Approved Class B beer and liquor license for AE Food & Drink LLC DBA Rollin Stone (3-0)
• Approved extension of premises for Oct 18 events at Simple Bar, American Legion Post 15, and Juneau Lanes (3-0)
• Approved annual Trick‑or‑Treat event on last Sunday of October, Oct 26, 2025, 4‑6 pm (3-0)
• Approved agenda and September 3 joint minutes (3-0)

Public Works Committee

The Juneau Public Works Committee will review and possibly approve three items: use of a ditch at Wild Goose Park for field tile discharge, an annual replacement purchase of a mini excavator, and a watering tank for planters on East Oak Street. The meeting also includes routine agenda approval, review of previous minutes, public comments, and reports.

• Approve Nehls Brothers' use of the ditch at Wild Goose Park for field tile discharge
• Approve annual replacement purchase of a mini excavator
• Approve purchase of a watering tank for planters on E. Oak Street

The Public Works Committee approved a $22,498 mini‑excavator purchase with a $7,000 annual replacement fee, split among three departments. It also approved a $4,925 purchase of a 300‑gallon water tank for street planting. No action was taken on the Nehls Brothers ditch‑use request pending more information. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from July 8, 2025 (motion carried)
• No action on Nehls Brothers ditch use at Wild Goose Park – more discussion needed
• Approved mini excavator purchase for $22,498.00; replacement fee $7,000 per year (2‑0)
• Approved water tank purchase for $4,925.00, 300‑gallon poly tote (2‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee will consider allocating the remaining tennis court capital budget to a storage shed project at Wild Goose Park. The meeting also includes routine reports, public comments, and other standard agenda items.

• Discussion and possible action on using remaining tennis court capital budget for the Wild Goose Park storage shed project

The Recreation Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It voted to place any remaining tennis‑court capital budget into a contingency/capital fund for a storage shed at Wild Goose Park soccer fields for the 2026 budget if not spent this year. No public comments were received and the meeting was adjourned.

• Agenda approved (ayes: Smedema, Nehls‑Rennhack, Fude, Erstad)
• Minutes from previous meeting approved (ayes: Erstad, Nehls‑Rennhack, Smedema, Fude)
• Forward remaining tennis‑court capital funds to contingency for Wild Goose Park storage shed (ayes: Erstad, Nehls‑Rennhack, Smedema, Fude)
• Meeting adjourned (ayes: Smedema, Fude, Erstad, Nehls‑Rennhack)

Fire Dept Executive Meeting

The Juneau Fire Department Executive Meeting will review old business items such as the Lexipol policy, fire incident reports, online training classes, and the 2371 update. New business includes discussion of fundraiser results, proposed bylaw changes, and a purchase of a new Sensit gas meter. The agenda also provides for public comment, communications, personnel matters, and possible closed‑session discussion of disciplinary actions per Wisconsin Statute 19.85.

• Lexipol policy review
• New fire incidents (NERIS) report
• Online classes for fire rescue personnel
• Fundraiser purchase: new Sensit gas meter
• Proposed bylaw changes

The board approved the meeting minutes. A motion to purchase four gas meters for $2,199 was carried. The meeting was reconvened at 19:05 and then adjourned.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of 4 gas meters for $2,199 (motion carried)
• Re‑convened open meeting at 19:05 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The Juneau Fire Department will review several operational items, including a possible group purchase of radio straps and a fundraiser purchase of a new Sensit gas meter. Committee reports will cover training, fundraising, fire prevention, inspections, and equipment maintenance. The board will also discuss the upcoming 9/11 Parade and assign monthly clean‑up responsibilities.

• Discuss possible group purchase of radio straps
• Fundraiser purchase of a new Sensit gas meter
• Monthly clean‑up assignment (Budreau, Schuster Jessy)
• Review new fire reports module (NERIS)
• Discussion of 9/11 Parade

The board approved the meeting agenda, accepted the prior meeting minutes, and accepted the treasurer's report. A motion to purchase a new 4‑gas‑meter for up to $2,500 was carried. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of new 4‑gas‑meter up to $2,500 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

CDA Committee

The CDA Committee meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next meeting is set for October 21, 2025.

Library Board

The Juneau Public Library Board will review and approve minutes from the July 9, 2025 meeting, examine financial reports including bill payments for July‑September 2025 and the Landmark CD maturity, and discuss unfinished items such as window replacement and the Hoopla budget. New business includes continuing education, a library tree replacement, the Monarch System Agreement (Appendix F), and the 2026 Library Budget. The meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025 at 5:00 p.m. in the library board room.

• Review and approve payment of bills July 8‑September 8 2025
• Discuss Landmark CD maturity
• Consider window replacement
• Consider Hoopla budget
• Consider 2026 Library Budget

The board approved several items, including payment of recent bills, renewal of a 12‑month CD at 4.17%, and a 3% wage increase in the 2026 library budget. It also accepted the Monarch System IT agreement, authorized the director’s attendance at two conferences, and accepted a donated evergreen tree. The draft 2026 budget was submitted to the city for review.

• Approved payment of bills from July 8 to September 8, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved renewal of CD 370‑12 at Landmark Credit Union for 12 months at 4.17% (motion carried)
• Approved director Connie Schuett’s attendance at UW Library Tech Conference Oct 6‑7 and WLA Conference Oct 28‑31, 2025 (motion carried)
• Accepted Friends of the Library donation of an evergreen tree (motion carried)
• Accepted Monarch System Agreement Appendix F for new IT projects (motion carried)
• Approved 3% wage increase for the 2026 library budget (motion carried)
• Submitted the 2026 draft library budget proposal to the City (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:39 PM (motion carried)

Common Council

The Common Council will review the 2024 financial audit results presented by Baker Tilly. The body will also consider resolutions regarding city wages, police union contracts, and fire equipment funding.

• Payment of bills: $549,468.63 (checks) and $205,137.64 (electronic)
• Resolution 35-2025: Approve 2026 Wage Increase
• Resolution 36-2025: Additional funding for Fire Truck #2371 from Seagrave Fire Apparatus, LLC
• Resolution 37-2025: Police Union Contract negotiations regarding Article 18: Section 1-Wages
• Resolution 34-2025: Approve Mayoral Appointments

The Common Council approved a 3% wage increase for city staff and the 2026 police wage provisions (Resolution 35-2025). It also approved additional funding for fire truck #2371 (Resolution 36-2025) and the police union contract wage changes (Resolution 37-2025). Mayoral appointments were confirmed (Resolution 34-2025) and city checks totaling $549,468.63 and electronic payments of $205,137.64 were authorized.

• Approved 3% wage increase for city staff and 2026 police wage provisions (Resolution 35-2025) – vote 5-1
• Approved additional funding for fire truck #2371 (Resolution 36-2025) – vote 6-0
• Approved police union contract wage changes (Resolution 37-2025) – vote 6-0
• Approved mayoral appointments (Resolution 34-2025) – vote 6-0
• Authorized $549,468.63 in checks and $205,137.64 in electronic payments – vote 6-0

EMS Regular Meeting

The Juneau EMS board will review routine reports, training updates, and membership recruitment. It will discuss communications for the upcoming 9/11 Silent Parade and a Facebook project. New business includes proposed DOT changes affecting ambulance inspections.

• DOT Changes for Ambulance inspections
• 9/11 Silent Parade communications
• Facebook project
• Training
• Membership: Recruitment/Retention

The Juneau EMS board voted to approve the meeting agenda, the minutes from the previous meeting, and the Treasurer’s Report. All three motions were moved, seconded and passed without discussion. The meeting was then adjourned by motion.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion passed)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

EMS Executive Meeting

The Juneau EMS Executive will review the 2026 budget and discuss several operational items. Topics include the EMS weekend schedule, a Facebook project update, plans for the new 2352 facility, refresher training for 2026, and proposed DOT changes to ambulance inspections. The meeting also includes routine items such as roll call, agenda approval, and setting the next meeting date.

• 2026 Budget
• DOT Changes for Ambulance inspections
• EMS schedule review summary/weekend schedule
• Face Book project update
• Review plans for the new 2352

The Juneau EMS Executive approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes, both motions passing without discussion. The board set the next meeting for October 14 at 5:30 pm. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that also passed.

• Approve agenda – motion passed
• Approve minutes – motion passed
• Set next meeting date, time, place (Oct 14, 5:30 pm) – decision made
• Adjourn meeting – motion passed

Finance Committee

The committee approved repairs to Ladder Truck 2371 costing $15,679.63. A 3% wage increase for city staff employees beginning January 2026 was approved, while a proposed 3%/2% increase split was not. The 2026 police wage tentative agreement was approved. No action was taken on the recreation concession stand proposal and department budgets were deferred to the October meeting.

• Approved Ladder Truck 2371 repairs ($15,679.63) (5-0)
• Approved 3% city staff wage increase effective Jan 2026 (2-1)
• Rejected 3%/2% staff wage increase proposal (no second)
• Approved 2026 police wage tentative agreement (3-0)
• No action on recreation concession stand purchase using $7,240 savings
• Deferred department budget review to Oct 7, 2025 meeting
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Utility Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the prior minutes unanimously. It authorized payment of the WPPI invoice for $438,841.79 and issued checks totaling $537,040.19. The board also confirmed that electric apprentice wages equal 100% of journeyman wages and that wage raises will start with the first pay period of the year. Closed‑session and subsequent open‑session meetings were authorized, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (5-0)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved payment of WPPI invoice $438,841.79 and checks $537,040.19 (5-0)
• Confirmed electric apprentice wages are 100% of journeyman wages (5-0)
• Confirmed wage raises to begin first pay period of the year (5-0)
• Authorized closed session at 7:29 pm per §19.85 (5-0)
• Authorized reconvening open session at 7:57 pm per §19.85 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:58 pm (5-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee approved a 3% wage increase for all city staff beginning January 2026 (3‑0 vote). The committee also accepted the tentative wage agreement with the Juneau Professional Police Association for 2026 (3‑0 vote). The meeting set the next personnel session for September 30, 2025, and then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved July 29, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved 3% city staff wage increase for 2026 (3-0)
• Adjourned to closed session at 7:10 pm (3-0)
• Reopened session at 7:22 pm (3-0)
• Accepted tentative police wage agreement for 2026 (3-0)
• Set next personnel meeting for September 30, 2025 at 6:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting at 7:29 pm (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The commission unanimously approved its agenda and the June 30, 2025 minutes. It then approved Whisker’s parking lot site plan, requiring the two lots to be combined, paving within 24 months, and shifting the north‑drive opening; the vote was 5‑0‑1 with Mayor Wegener abstaining. The meeting was adjourned with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved June 30, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Approved Whisker’s parking lot site plan with combined lots, paving within 24 months, north‑drive shift (5-0-1; mayor abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Recreation Committee

The committee voted to move the Wild Goose Park soccer fields to the Option A layout. It also approved a plan to remove several pieces of old playground equipment from City Park once a replacement plan is in place. Standard agenda and minutes approvals were also passed, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (5-0)
• Approved moving Wild Goose Park soccer fields to Option A diagram (5-0)
• Approved removal of old City Park playground equipment pending replacement plan (5-0)
• Approved allocation of remaining resurfacing budget to storage shed project (discussion only, no vote recorded)
• Approved open‑house idea for Dodgeland (discussion only, no vote recorded)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0; one member absent)

Utility Commission

The commission decided that Alex Smudde will email Applied Technologies and Donohue Associates to request cost details, a Facilities Plan amendment, and references. A motion to adjourn the meeting was carried with a 5-0 vote.

• Assigned Alex Smudde to email Applied Technologies and Donohue Associates about cost, plan amendment, and references
• Motion to adjourn meeting carried 5-0

Fire Dept Executive Meeting

The executive meeting approved its agenda and the prior meeting minutes, each by motion carried. The meeting was then adjourned by motion carried. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The Juneau Fire Department approved serving food at the 2026 Car Show, without paying for porta‑potties. The auto‑extrication training date was moved to September 8. The agenda, previous minutes, treasurer's report, and a public group stop on August 6 were all approved. The board also accepted Jenny Coombs' resignation and placed her on the honorary member list before adjourning the meeting.

• Approve agenda (motion carried)
• Accept previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accept treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Approve public group stop on Aug 6 (motion carried)
• Change auto‑extrication training date to Sep 8 (motion carried)
• Serve food at 2026 Car Show, no porta‑potties (motion carried)
• Accept Jenny Coombs resignation and add to honorary member list (motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting (motion carried)

Library Board

The Juneau Public Library Board cancelled the August 13, 2025 meeting because a quorum was not present. No actions were taken or decisions made. The next meeting is scheduled for September 10, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Common Council

The Common Council approved $806,253.19 in checks and $224,631.25 in electronic payments (6-0). It also approved Resolution 31-2025 for mayoral appointments, Resolution 32-2025 to dissolve the Cable TV Committee, and Resolution 33-2025 adopting coach, player and parent conduct policies (each 6-0). Additional actions included approving a regular bartender’s license for 2025, funding the replacement of the utility building roof’s damaged half, and authorizing a $2,600 painting contract.

• Approved $806,253.19 in checks and $224,631.25 in electronic payments (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 31-2025 (Mayoral Appointments) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 32-2025 (Dissolve Cable TV Committee/Channel) (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 33-2025 (Coach, Player, Parent Conduct Policies) (6-0)
• Approved regular bartender’s license for 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved funding to replace the other half of the utility building roof (motion carried)
• Approved $2,600 painting contract for utility offices (motion carried)

EMS Regular Meeting

The EMS board approved the meeting agenda, the minutes from the previous meeting, and the Treasurer’s Report, each by a motion that carried without discussion. The board also set the date, time, and location for the next meeting on September 9, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion carried)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report (motion carried)
• Set next meeting for Sep 9, 2025 at 6:30 p.m. (motion carried)

EMS Executive Meeting

The City of Juneau EMS Executive Committee will meet to approve minutes and discuss old business, including a review of the weekend schedule and plans for a new facility. The meeting will also cover new business items such as the 2026 budget and the Dodge County Fair.

• Approve minutes and agenda
• Review EMS weekend schedule
• Review plans for new 2352 facility
• Discuss 2026 budget
• Dodge County Fair 2025 update

The EMS Executive Board approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting’s minutes. Each motion was passed after a motion and second, with no vote tally recorded. The board then adjourned the meeting. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Cable TV Committee

The Cable TV Committee meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for September 8, 2025.

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission approved the agenda and prior meeting minutes, then authorized several contracts and payments. They approved a $755,286.93 payment package for WPPI invoices and other checks, a roof replacement contract for $12,301.40, a painting contract for $2,600, a WWTP Change Order credit of $47,388.00, and utility wage adjustments. All motions passed unanimously with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved payment of WPPI invoice $346,164.98 and checks $409,121.95 (5-0)
• Approved whole roof replacement, paying $12,301.40 for north side (5-0)
• Approved painting contract with Jim Wilde for $2,600 total (5-0)
• Approved WWTP Change Order #9 credit $47,388.00 (5-0)
• Approved utility wage adjustments as set on July 29 meeting (5-0)

Utility Personnel Committee

The committee approved its agenda unanimously (3-0). It then approved adjustments to Juneau Utility staff wages to match the MEUW 2024 wage survey, setting operator percentages at 100% for advanced, 97.5% for certified, and 95% for regular, effective Jan 1 2026 with no cost‑of‑living increase, and forwarded the changes to the full utility commission. The meeting was adjourned unanimously (3-0).

• Approved agenda (3-0)
• Approved wage adjustments to match MEUW survey (3-0)
• Set operator wage percentages: Advanced 100%, Certified 97.5%, Regular 95%
• Effective date set for Jan 1 2026 with no cost‑of‑living increase
• Forwarded wage adjustments to full utility commission for approval
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee approved its agenda and the April 29, 2025 minutes. It voted to adjourn to a closed session to discuss reopening the 2026 police contract wages, then reconvened in open session with no findings to disclose. The next meeting was set for August 26, 2025, and the meeting was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 29, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned to closed session to discuss police contract wages (motion carried)
• Reconvened to open session (motion carried)
• Set next meeting for Aug 26, 2025 at 6:30 pm (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:26 pm (motion carried)

Public Safety Committee

The committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the July 8 meeting, each by a 3‑0 vote. It voted 3‑0 to close E Oak St from Main St to Miller St for the October 18 Halloween party. No new business was taken and several fire‑department items were postponed to the next meeting.

• Approve Public Safety agenda (3‑0)
• Approve minutes from July 8 meeting (3‑0)
• Approve closing E Oak St for Halloween party on Oct 18 (3‑0)
• Postpone fire‑department agenda items to next meeting
• Adjourn meeting (3‑0)

Recreation Committee

The committee approved the new Player Conduct Policy with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. Motions were also made to approve the Coaching Conduct Policy and the Parent Conduct Policy (with an added “no coaching from the bleachers” amendment), each receiving four affirmative votes, but the minutes do not record a final vote outcome. No other substantive actions were taken at the meeting.

• Approved Player Conduct Policy (4-0)
• Motion to approve Coaching Conduct Policy (4 affirmative votes, outcome not recorded)
• Motion to approve Parent Conduct Policy with amendment (4 affirmative votes, outcome not recorded)
• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved prior meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Joint Review Board

The Joint Review Board nominated Josh Nichols as the public member and Dan Wegener as the board chair; both motions passed unanimously. The board also approved the prior minutes from July 23, 2024. The meeting was adjourned at 8:13 a.m. after a motion carried unanimously.

• Nominated Josh Nichols as public member – motion passed unanimously
• Nominated Dan Wegener as Joint Review Board chair – motion passed unanimously
• Approved prior minutes from July 23, 2024 – motion carried
• Adjourned meeting at 8:13 a.m. – motion carried

Fire Dept Executive Meeting

The board approved the meeting minutes and then adjourned the session. In new business, the department decided to proceed with creating a charge sheet for auto accidents. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)
• Proceeding with charge sheet for auto accidents (decision made)

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The board approved the meeting agenda, accepted the prior meeting minutes, and accepted the treasurer's report. Each motion was carried without recorded vote counts. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• Previous meeting minutes accepted (motion carried)
• Treasurer's report accepted (motion carried)
• Meeting adjourned (motion carried)

Cable TV Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from May 12, 2025. It set the end date for the community cable TV service at the end of 2025 and approved up to $500 for a webcam and USB extension cables. The next meeting was scheduled for August 11, 2025.

• Agenda approved (motion carried)
• May 12, 2025 minutes approved (motion carried)
• End date for community cable TV set to end of 2025 (motion carried)
• Webcam and USB extension cables purchase approved, not to exceed $500 (motion carried)
• Next meeting scheduled for August 11, 2025 at 5:30 PM

Library Board

The board approved the agenda, minutes, and several financial items, appointed Brittany Binder as a trustee for 2025‑2028, set a $250 monthly budget for Hoopla checkouts starting in August, and approved a six‑year MOU for the IT Replacement Fund. It also prepared and submitted county reimbursement requests for Dodge, Washington, and Fond du Lac counties.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Approved May 14, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved payment of bills for May 13–June 12 and June 13–July 7, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved May 31 and June 30, 2025 Treasurer’s Reports (motion carried)
• Set Hoopla daily budget to limit monthly total to $250 effective August (motion carried)
• Appointed Brittany Binder as trustee for 2025‑2028 (motion carried)
• Approved signing six‑year MOU for IT Replacement Fund (motion carried)
• Prepared and submitted county reimbursement requests for Dodge, Washington, and Fond du Lac (motion carried)

Common Council

The Common Council approved $992,699.12 in checks and $212,118.86 in electronic payments (4‑0). It also adopted several resolutions, including additional funding for Fire Truck #2371, extra costs for the E. Oak Grove Street reconstruction, and the renaming of Industrial Avenue, all with 4‑0 votes. Provisional licenses and regular bartender licenses were approved without recorded vote counts. No motions were denied or tabled.

• Approved $992,699.12 in checks and $212,118.86 in electronic payments (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 26-2025 (Mayoral Appointments) (4‑0)
• Approved second reading of Ordinance 274-2025 (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 27-2025 (Additional Funding for Fire Truck #2371) (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 28-2025 (Additional Costs for E. Oak Grove Street Reconstruction) (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 29-2025 (Extension of Premise for 1850’s) (4‑0)
• Approved Resolution 30-2025 (Renaming Industrial Avenue) (4‑0)
• Approved provisional licenses and regular bartender licenses (motion carried)

EMS Regular Meeting

The EMS board approved the meeting agenda, the minutes from the previous meeting, and the treasurer’s report, each by motion carried without discussion. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that was carried.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

EMS Executive Meeting

The EMS Executive Board approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes, both motions carried without discussion. The board scheduled the next meeting for August 12, 2025 at 5:30 pm. The meeting was then adjourned by motion.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes (motion carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for Aug 12, 2025 at 5:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee approved repairing storm sewers on E. Oak Grove Street up to $12,000, with a 2‑0 vote, and forwarded the request to Finance. It also approved ramping the driveways on Miller Street and E. Oak Street (Fair to Main) up to $4,000, with a 2‑0 vote. The committee noted the schedule for final asphalt work but took no vote on it.

• Approved storm sewer repairs on E. Oak Grove St, not to exceed $12,000 (2-0)
• Approved ramping driveways on Miller St and E. Oak St (Fair‑to‑Main), not to exceed $4,000 (2-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved an extension of premises for the 1850’s Inn LLC, allowing tents from 7 am to 7 pm on July 12, 2025. It also approved using 2024 debt proceeds to cover fire truck #2371 repairs up to $30,114.28. Finally, it approved storm‑sewer repairs on E. Oak Grove Street using debt proceeds not to exceed $12,000. All three actions passed with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved extension of premise for 1850’s Inn LLC (3-0)
• Approved fire truck #2371 repair up to $30,114.28 using 2024 debt proceeds (3-0)
• Approved storm‑sewer repairs on E. Oak Grove Street up to $12,000 using 2024 debt proceeds (3-0)

Utility Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and prior minutes. It authorized payment of a $304,368.21 WPPI invoice and $617,225.42 in checks. Commissioners also approved a $21,140.71 credit for WWTP Change Order #8 and a $100 donation to the Juneau Police Department. The bulk water meter fee was directed to remain at $50.

• Agenda approved (4-0)
• Previous minutes approved (4-0)
• Approved WPPI invoice payment $304,368.21 and checks $617,225.42 (4-0)
• Approved WWTP Change Order #8 credit $21,140.71 (4-0)
• Approved $100 donation to Juneau Police Department (4-0)
• Directed bulk water meter fee to stay at $50 (no vote recorded)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda (7‑0) and the May 19 minutes (7‑0). It adopted noted revisions to the Sidewalk Café guidelines, requiring applicants to follow ordinance #228‑2015 provisions such as fencing, fees, and a no‑smoking/vaping rule. The meeting was adjourned at 7:58 p.m. (5‑0).

• Approved agenda (7-0)
• Approved May 19, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Approved revisions to Sidewalk Café guidelines, enforcing ordinance #228-2015 (vote not recorded)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:58 p.m. (5-0)

Recreation Committee

The Recreation Committee approved several actions, including the agenda and prior minutes, a shed purchase contingent on a $10,000 donation, a coach reimbursement policy, a sponsorship plan, and the rearrangement of soccer fields at Wild Goose Park. All motions were carried without recorded opposition. The meeting was adjourned at 6:24 pm.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from previous meeting (motion carried)
• Approved purchase of storage shed contingent on $10,000 donation from Modern Woodsman (motion carried)
• Approved 50% coach reimbursement policy for youth sports (motion carried)
• Approved recreation sponsorship plan (motion carried)
• Approved rearranging Wild Goose Park soccer fields (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Fire Dept Executive Meeting

The June 18, 2025 fire department executive meeting did not have enough members present to constitute a quorum. As a result, no agenda items were considered or decisions made.

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The Health and Safety Committee carried two motions: one moved by Erin Schuster and seconded by Cierra Schaalma, and another moved by Dave Beal and seconded by Curt Ninmann. The minutes do not specify the subject of either motion. The meeting also noted a close call involving an old hose and discussed employee assistance concerns.

• Motion carried (Erin Schuster, seconded by Cierra Schaalma)
• Motion carried (Dave Beal, seconded by Curt Ninmann)

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The fire department board approved the meeting agenda, accepted the prior meeting minutes, and approved the treasurer's report. No substantive policy or budget actions were decided. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Library Board

The Juneau Public Library Board of Trustees meeting on June 11, 2025 was cancelled due to a lack of quorum. No agenda items were considered or decided. The board scheduled the next meeting for July 9, 2025 at 5:00 p.m.

Common Council

The Common Council approved a purchase agreement between the Community Development Authority and Royal Oak Acquisitions, LLC. It also approved mayoral appointments, beer and liquor licenses, and several financial and personnel resolutions. Provisional and regular bartender licenses were granted. All motions were carried as recorded.

• Approved $618,360.48 in checks and $227,319.61 electronic payments (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-2025 to confirm mayoral appointments (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 22-2025 to grant beer and liquor licenses (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 23-2025 purchase agreement with Royal Oak Acquisitions (5-1-0, Chapman abstained)
• Approved Resolution 24-2025 compliance maintenance report (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-2025 amendment to personnel policy handbook (6-0)
• Approved provisional licenses (45‑day) – motion carried
• Approved regular bartender’s license for 2024 – motion carried (Ronge abstained)

EMS Regular Meeting

The EMS board approved the meeting agenda, the minutes from the previous meeting, and the Treasurer's Report, each by motion without discussion. The meeting was then formally adjourned. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

EMS Executive Meeting

The EMS Executive Board approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. No policy, budget, or operational items were decided. The next meeting was set for July 8, 2025 at 5:30 p.m., and the session was adjourned.

• Approve agenda – motion passed
• Approve minutes – motion passed
• Set next meeting date (July 8, 2025 at 5:30 p.m.) – decided
• Adjourn meeting – motion passed

Public Safety Committee

The committee approved its agenda and the April 24 minutes. It adopted a solution to the 1850’s Sidewalk Café complaint, prohibiting bump‑out seating and requiring a 5‑foot clear line with police monitoring. All listed Class A and B liquor licenses and all listed cigarette, tobacco, and vaping retail licenses were approved. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Public Safety agenda (3-0)
• Approved April 24, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved solution to 1850’s Sidewalk Café complaint: no bump‑out seating, 5‑ft clear line, police monitoring (3-0)
• Approved Class “A” and “B” beer, liquor, and cider licenses for listed businesses (3-0)
• Approved cigarette, tobacco, and electronic vaping device retail licenses for listed businesses (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the April 30, 2025 meeting. No actions were taken on the fluoride ordinance, storm‑sewer repairs, road‑maintenance budget, welcome‑sign replacement, tree removal, or other items discussed. The meeting was adjourned at 8:18 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for June 25, 2025.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved April 30 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:18 p.m. (motion carried)

Utility Personnel Committee

The committee approved its agenda (3‑0). It voted to amend Personnel Handbook Section 201 to extend the twenty‑minute paid lunch rule to utility employees (2‑1) and to set utility office hours to 8 am‑4 pm Monday‑Friday all year (2‑1); both items were forwarded to the full commission for final approval. The meeting was adjourned at 7:23 PM (3‑0).

• Agenda approved (3-0)
• Amended Personnel Handbook Section 201 to include utility employees (2-1), forwarded to full commission
• Changed utility office hours to 8am-4pm Mon-Fri year-round (2-1), forwarded to full commission
• Meeting adjourned (3-0)

Recreation Committee

The committee voted to approve the meeting agenda and the minutes from the March 10, 2025 meeting, with both motions carried. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; discussions about a shed at Wild Goose Soccer Fields and summer help hiring were informational only. The meeting was adjourned at 6:21 pm.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion carried)

CDA Committee

The committee approved the meeting agenda (6‑0) and the minutes from November 19, 2024 (6‑0). It approved a new purchase price of $12,002 per acre for two parcels on Fairfield Ave, with Royal Oaks covering closing costs and up to $500 of city legal fees (5‑0‑1, one abstention). The next CDA meeting was set for June 17, 2025 at 6:30 pm.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved November 19, 2024 minutes (6-0)
• Approved new purchase price $12,002/acre for two parcels, with closing costs and up to $500 legal fees covered by Royal Oaks (5-0-1, mayor abstained)
• Scheduled next CDA meeting for June 17, 2025 at 6:30 pm

Plan Commission

The commission approved an amendment to ordinance 17.08.420 that removes line K, Adult Entertainment. It also approved creating ordinance 17.08.1190 for Certificates of Occupancy, with the mayor to work with the building inspector on wording. A new ordinance was approved setting a 120‑day limit to repair or remove fire‑damaged properties. The mayor approved a Minor Land Division Letter of Intent for parcel #034-1115-3334-000 and sent it to Dodge County.

• Approved amendment to ordinance 17.08.420 removing line K, Adult Entertainment (5‑0)
• Approved creation of ordinance 17.08.1190 – Certificates of Occupancy (5‑0)
• Approved ordinance imposing a 120‑day repair/removal limit for fire‑damaged properties
• Mayor approved Minor Land Division Letter of Intent for parcel #034-1115-3334-000 and sent to Dodge County

Library Board

The board approved the meeting agenda, the minutes from the April 9, 2025 meeting, payment of bills from April 9‑May 12, 2025, and the April 30, 2025 Treasurer’s Report. All motions were carried without recorded vote tallies. No other substantive actions were decided.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of April 9, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved payment of bills from April 9‑May 12, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved April 30, 2025 Treasurer’s Report (motion carried)

Common Council

The Common Council approved several financial and operational items. It awarded the construction contract for the 2025 East Oak Street Reconstruction Project and approved related resolutions, payments, and licenses. Additional actions included approving a community‑center contract, a cost increase for the Miller Street project, extending a bar’s premises, and repealing a weight‑limit ordinance.

• Approved $739,906.94 in checks and $202,239.14 in electronic payments (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 16-2025 – award construction contract for 2025 East Oak Street Reconstruction Project (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 17-2025 – community center contract (5-1-0, Ronge abstained)
• Approved Resolution 18-2025 – cost increase to the Miller Street Project (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 20-2025 – extension of premise for Simple Bar & Grill (6-0)
• Approved repeal of Ordinance 10.04.090 – weight limits for certain streets (5-1)
• Approved regular bartender’s license for Vanessa Bischoff (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 15-2025 – public improvement and special assessments (6-0)

EMS Regular Meeting

The City of Juneau EMS held its regular monthly meeting on May 13, 2025 at the Public Safety Building. The agenda listed items such as roll call, reports, training, recruitment, fundraising, and old and new business. The minutes contain only the agenda and procedural notices; no actions, approvals, or vote tallies were recorded.

EMS Executive Meeting

The agenda covered routine items such as approving the agenda and minutes, and discussions on schedule review, Facebook project, color sample, refresher training, membership ideas, and setting the next meeting date. The minutes do not record any decisions, approvals, or vote tallies.

Cable TV Committee

The Cable TV Committee approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the January 13, 2025 session. It scheduled the next meeting for June 10, 2024 at 5:30 p.m. and then adjourned. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved January 13, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Scheduled next meeting for June 10, 2024 at 5:30 p.m.
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Board of Review

The Board elected Dan Wegener as Chairman and Jane Fude as Vice Chairman by unanimous ballots. Members completed required training and were entered into the state certification system. The Assessor confirmed that all open‑book changes were reflected in the assessment roll. The meeting was adjourned after a motion carried.

• Dan Wegener elected Chairman (unanimous)
• Jane Fude elected Vice Chairman (unanimous)
• Board members certified on state website after training
• Assessor verified open‑book changes were included in assessment roll
• Motion to adjourn meeting carried

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee voted 3-0 to use unassigned borrowed funds to cover additional remediation costs for the Miller Street project, not to exceed $82,087.23. No other business was acted upon.

• Approved up to $82,087.23 for Miller Street remediation (3-0)

Utility Commission

The commission approved payment of a $264,157.07 WPPI invoice and $422,875.69 in checks. It authorized continuing work on the ATC 69 kV substation project, approved WWTP Change Order #7 pending verification, and accepted the resignation of Elizabeth Condon. Additional actions included unrestricting depreciation funds, awarding two $1,000 scholarships, approving an MSA contract amendment, and advancing Troy Kehoe to Step 6 on the wage scale.

• Approved WPPI invoice $264,157.07 and checks $422,875.69 (5-0)
• Awarded $1,000 scholarships to applicants #2 and #3 (5-0)
• Unrestricted depreciation funds from 2016 (5-0)
• Approved continuing work with Forster Engr and ATC on 69 kV substation project ($579k total, $484k ATC portion) (5-0)
• Approved WWTP Change Order #7 pending verification of Item 5 (5-0)
• Approved Amendment #1 to MSA contract, to be funded from contingency (5-0)
• Accepted resignation of Elizabeth Condon (5-0)
• Advanced Troy Kehoe to Step 6 on wage scale (5-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee approved the renaming of Industrial Avenue to E. Cross Street, set new summer work hours with a 20‑minute paid lunch, and adopted amendments to Ordinance 12.20.020. It also approved the 2025 road‑maintenance chip‑seal projects for E. Cross, West, and N. Depot streets, totaling $25,000. No action was taken on the alternate proposal for Ordinance 10.04.090 or the fluoride water ordinance, which will be considered later. The next meeting was scheduled for May 28, 2025.

• Approved renaming Industrial Avenue to E. Cross Street (3-0)
• Approved summer work hours 6:30 am‑3:30 pm Mon‑Thu, 6:30 am‑10:30 am Fri with 20‑min paid lunch (3-0)
• Approved amendment to Ordinance 12.20.020 (to be finalized by DPW) (3-0)
• Approved 2025 road‑maintenance chip‑seal projects: E. Cross St $11,000; West St $7,000; N. Depot St $7,000 (3-0)
• No action on alternate proposal for Ordinance 10.04.090 (deferred)
• No action on Ordinance 13.04.020 regarding fluoride in water (deferred)
• Decided DPW monthly meeting will remain at 6:30 pm
• Approved agenda and minutes (motions carried)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee approved new summer hours for City Hall, shifting opening to 7:00 am Monday‑Thursday and extending Friday to 11:00 am. It also amended the Personnel Handbook to set 9‑hour workdays Monday‑Thursday and 4‑hour Fridays for DPW, City Hall and Utilities, and replaced a 30‑minute unpaid lunch with a 20‑minute paid lunch for City Hall staff. An amendment to Ordinance 02.08.010 was adopted, redefining the regular and emergency meeting schedule for the Common Council. The meeting was adjourned at 7:22 pm.

• Approved summer City Hall hours 7:00‑4:00 Mon‑Thu, 7:00‑11:00 Fri (3‑0)
• Approved amendment to Personnel Handbook Sec. 201: 9‑hour Mon‑Thu, 4‑hour Fri schedule for DPW, City Hall, Utilities (3‑0)
• Approved removal of 30‑minute unpaid lunch, replaced with 20‑minute paid lunch for City Hall employees (3‑0)
• Approved amendment to Ordinance 02.08.010 meeting times, setting first regular council meeting third Tuesday of April and subsequent meetings second Tuesday each month (3‑0)
• Set next Personnel Committee meeting for May 27, 2025 at 6:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting at 7:22 pm

Public Safety Committee

The committee approved the public safety agenda and the March 20 minutes, each by a 2‑0 vote. It approved an extension of the premises for Simple Bar & Grill at 160 E. Oak St., contingent on the front sidewalk being completed, also by a 2‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a 2‑0 vote and the next public safety meeting was set for May 22, 2025.

• Approved public safety agenda (2-0)
• Approved March 20 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Simple Bar & Grill premise extension, contingent on sidewalk completion (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)
• Scheduled next public safety meeting for May 22, 2025

Utility Personnel Committee

The committee approved its agenda unanimously. It accepted the resignation of water/wastewater employee Elizabeth Condon. It adopted a special weekend pay rule for the Supervisor, granting straight wage for 3½ hours or actual hours worked. The meeting was adjourned at 7:27 PM.

• Agenda approved (3-0)
• Resignation of Elizabeth Condon accepted (3-0)
• Supervisor weekend pay rule approved (3-0)
• Meeting adjourned (3-0)

Fire Dept Executive Meeting

The board approved the meeting minutes after a motion by Jessy Schuster. The meeting was then adjourned following a motion by Dan Zank. Other motions were introduced but the minutes do not record their outcomes.

• Approve meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourn meeting (motion carried)

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The board approved the meeting agenda, accepted the prior meeting minutes, and approved the treasurer’s report. All three motions were carried. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved treasurer’s report (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Common Council

The Common Council elected Jane Fude as Council President (5‑0) and approved a series of resolutions, including rezoning parcel #241-1115-2113-007 to multi‑family residential (6‑0). Other actions included purchasing four solar‑powered radar speed signs, hiring a new Recreation Director, and granting provisional and regular bartender licenses. The council also authorized $839,520.98 in checks and $249,852.62 in electronic payments.

• Elected Jane Fude as Common Council President (5‑0)
• Approved Resolution 9‑2025 rezoning parcel #241-1115-2113-007 to multi‑family residential (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 10‑2025 purchase of 4 solar‑powered radar speed signs (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 14‑2025 hiring of Recreation Director Hunter Karnitz (6‑0)
• Approved provisional licenses for Alison Hutcheson and Jacob Longoria (6‑0)
• Approved regular bartender’s licenses to expire 6‑30‑2025 for three individuals (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution 13‑2025 preliminary resolution for special assessment powers (6‑0)
• Approved $839,520.98 in checks and $249,852.62 in electronic payments (6‑0)

Library Board

The Juneau Public Library Board approved its agenda, the March 12 meeting minutes, and the payment of bills covering March 11 to April 8, 2025. The board also approved the March 31 Treasurer’s Report. The meeting was adjourned at 5:22 PM.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Approved March 12, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved payment of bills March 11‑April 8, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved March 31, 2025 Treasurer’s Report (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:22 PM (motion carried)

EMS Regular Meeting

The EMS board voted to approve the meeting agenda, the minutes from the prior meeting, and the Treasurer’s Report. All motions were passed without discussion. The meeting was then adjourned by a motion that also passed.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved Treasurer’s Report (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

EMS Executive Meeting

The Juneau EMS Executive meeting approved the agenda and the prior meeting minutes. The board set the next meeting for May 13 at 5:30 pm. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion passed)
• Approved minutes (motion passed)
• Set next meeting date: May 13, 5:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Utility Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and amended it to move Item 5C to 5A. It then approved the minutes from prior meetings. A payment of a WPPI invoice for $259,551.37 and checks totaling $356,678.17 was authorized. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 pm.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Amended agenda moving Item 5C to 5A (5-0)
• Approved minutes as amended (5-0)
• Approved payment of WPPI invoice $259,551.37 and checks $356,678.17 (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 pm (5-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel/Recreation Committee approved its agenda, moved to a closed session to discuss a recreation director, returned to open session, and approved hiring Hunter Karnitz at $23.60 per hour contingent on passing a physical and drug test. The board also set dates for the next personnel and recreation meetings and adjourned.

• Approved meeting agenda (motion carried)
• Moved to closed session to discuss recreation director (motion carried, unanimous Ayes)
• Returned to open session (motion carried, unanimous Ayes)
• Approved hiring of Hunter Karnitz at $23.60/hr contingent on test results (5-0)
• Scheduled next personnel meeting for April 29, 2025 at 6:30 pm
• Scheduled next recreation meeting for April 16, 2025 at 5:30 pm
• Adjourned meeting at 7:02 pm (5-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the purchase of four solar‑powered radar speed signs for the Juneau Police Department at a total cost of $19,220, using the 2025 Capital Borrowing Fund (vote 3‑0). It also approved revisions to the Community Center lease, setting a two‑year term with monthly rents of $3,300 and $3,350 and changing utility and tax responsibilities (vote 2‑0, one abstention). Both actions were recorded as motions carried.

• Approved purchase of 4 solar radar speed signs for $19,220 (3‑0)
• Approved changes to Community Center lease: two‑year term, $3,300/$3,350 monthly rent, utility/tax provisions revised (2‑0, Ronge abstained)

Public Hearings

The commission approved the rezoning of parcel 241-1115-2113-007 with a unanimous 6‑0 vote. It also renewed the city’s chicken‑keeping pilot program for one year, setting a $50 initial fee and a $25 renewal fee, also by a 6‑0 vote. All other motions, including agenda approval and opening and closing the public hearing, passed unanimously. The next meeting is scheduled for April 28, 2025.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)
• Opened public hearing portion (6-0)
• Closed public hearing portion (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of parcel 241-1115-2113-007 (6-0)
• Renewed chicken‑keeping pilot program for one year, $50 initial fee, $25 renewal fee (6-0)
• Set next meeting date for April 28, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Plan Commission

The commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the January 27 meeting. It approved the rezoning of parcel 241-1115-2113-007 and renewed the city’s chicken‑keeping pilot program for another year. The next meeting was scheduled for April 28, 2025 and the session was adjourned.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (6-0)
• Opened public hearing (6-0)
• Closed public hearing (6-0)
• Approved rezoning of parcel 241-1115-2113-007 (6-0)
• Renewed chicken pilot program for one year (6-0)
• Scheduled next meeting for April 28, 2025
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Public Works Committee

The committee voted 2‑1 to repeal Ordinance 10.04.090, which set weight limits on certain streets. It also approved the draft preliminary assessment report for the East Oak Street reconstruction and authorized a $3,400 purchase of a post‑auger attachment for the cemetery, each by unanimous vote. No action was taken on renaming Industrial Avenue, which will be reconsidered later.

• Repealed Ordinance 10.04.090 (weight limits) (2-1)
• Approved draft preliminary assessment report for E. Oak Street Reconstruction (3-0)
• Approved purchase of post‑auger attachment for cemetery from Toms for $3,400 (3-0)
• No action on renaming Industrial Avenue (postponed)

Personnel Committee

The committee approved hiring Candidate #2 for the recreation director position at $21.59 per hour, contingent on favorable references and successful physical and drug tests. The motion passed unanimously (5-0). The meeting entered closed session, returned to open session, and adjourned as recorded.

• Approved hiring Candidate #2 at $21.59 per hour, contingent on references and tests (5-0)
• Moved to closed session under WI Stat 19.85(1)(C) (5-0)
• Returned to open session under WI Stat 19.85(2) (5-0)
• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:16 pm (5-0)

Public Safety Committee

The Public Safety Committee approved the agenda and the prior meeting minutes, both by a 3‑0 vote. It authorized the extension of the premise at 1850 172 E Oak St. pending sidewalk completion, and approved purchase of four solar‑powered speed radar signs costing $4,805 to be sent to the Finance Committee. The committee also approved filling the vacant police officer position and adopted a new fire‑department application to be forwarded to the Personnel Committee. The meeting was adjourned by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved Public Safety agenda (3-0)
• Approved minutes from Jan 23 2025 meeting (3-0)
• Approved extension of premise at 1850 172 E Oak St., pending sidewalk completion (3-0)
• Approved purchase of four solar‑powered speed radar signs, $4,805 (3-0)
• Approved filling vacant police officer position (3-0)
• Approved new fire‑department application and referral to Personnel Committee (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Fire Dept Regular Meeting Agenda

The department approved its meeting agenda, accepted the previous meeting minutes, and accepted the treasurer's report. A motion was carried to hold a trap shoot on September 13, 2025, and another motion approved staffing for the July and September 50/50 events. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved agenda (motion carried)
• Accepted previous meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted treasurer's report (motion carried)
• Scheduled trap shoot for Sept 13, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved staffing for July 50/50 and Tractor Pulls, and delegated Sept 50/50 to Horicon and Burnett (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)