Menasha, WI
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MenashaWI averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $315,199 +4.9% yr/yr · +36.9% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2009–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (45)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Administration Committee
- Alds
- Eisenach
- Grade
- Hale
- Lewis
- Perkins
- Rand
- Ropella
- Ald
- School
Who’s on the Board of Public Works
- Alds
- Eisenach
- Grade
- Hale
- Perkins
- Rand
- Lewis
- Ropella
- School
- Ald
Who’s on the Common Council
- Alds
- Eisenach
- Grade
- Hale
- Lewis
- Perkins
- Rand
- Ropella
- School
- Ald
Who’s on the General
- Hammond — Mayor
- Tines — Commissioner
- Alds
- Eisenach
- Grade
- Hale
- Lewis
- Perkins
- Rand
- Ropella
- School
- Ald
- Allwardt
- Kordus
- Turchan
Municipal budget
Total revenue$86.9M (FY2023)
Total spending$84.2M (FY2023)
Taxes$13.4M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$85.3M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$4,651 (FY2023)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
202531 housing units ($12.9M)
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Mon Oct 26, 2026 · 16:30
Housing Authority
100 Main St., Suite 200, Menasha
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Nov 2, 2026 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 17:15
Redevelopment Authority
100 Main Street, Menasha
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 17:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Wed Nov 11, 2026 · 17:00
Landmarks Commission
100 Main Street, Menasha
Thu Nov 12, 2026 · 17:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Nov 16, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 17:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Thu Nov 19, 2026 · 17:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Nov 23, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
440 First Street, Menasha
Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 17:15
Redevelopment Authority
100 Main Street, Menasha
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Dec 7, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Wed Dec 9, 2026 · 17:00
Landmarks Commission
100 Main Street, Menasha
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Dec 21, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Dec 28, 2026 · 16:30
Housing Authority
100 Main Street, Menasha
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Jan 4, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Tue Jan 5, 2027 · 17:15
Redevelopment Authority
100 Main Street, Menasha
Wed Jan 13, 2027 · 17:00
Landmarks Commission
100 Main Street, Menasha
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Jan 18, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Feb 1, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Feb 15, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Feb 22, 2027 · 16:30
Housing Authority
100 Main Street, Menasha
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Mar 1, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Mar 15, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Apr 5, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Apr 19, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon May 3, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon May 3, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon May 17, 2027 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon May 17, 2027 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Recent meetings
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Board of Public Works to review payments for road and court projects
The Board of Public Works will consider a change order and several payments for city infrastructure projects. These include resurfacing work and utility construction.
- Change order for Midway Place Resurfacing (Northeast Asphalt Inc.) adding $4,070.15
- Payment of $4,070.15 to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for Midway Place Resurfacing
- Payment of $72,052.50 to Donald Hietpas & Sons, Inc. for 2026 Utility Construction
- Payment of $120,900.32 to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for Clovis Park Tennis Courts Reconstruction
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Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
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A Quorum of the Common Council, Administration Committee, Personnel Committee, Plan
Commission, Redevelopment Authority, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though
no official action of these bodies will be taken.
BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Administration Committee meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
D. Minutes to Approve
1.
Board of Public Works, 9/21/26
2.
Special Board of Public Works, 10/5/26
E. Discussion / Action Items
1.
Change Order — Contract No. 2026-04; Midway Place Resurfacing; Northeast
Asphalt Inc.; Add $4,070.15 (Change Order No. 1 & Final)
2.
Payment — Northeast Asphalt, Inc.; Contract No. 2026-04; Midway Place
Resurfacing; $4,070.15 (Payment No. 2 & Final)
3.
Payment — Donald Hietpas & Sons, Inc.; Contract No. M0002-09-00105; 2026
Utility Construction; $72,052.50 (Payment No. 5)
4.
Payment — Northeast Asphalt, Inc.; Contract No. 2026-03; Clovis Park Tennis
Courts Reconstruction; $120,900.32 (Payment No. 1)
F. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodati …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 17:00
Common Council
Joint meeting to discuss WPPI annual report and contract extension
The Common Council and Water and Light Commission will meet to review the WPPI 2025 Annual Report. The agenda includes a presentation by WPPI President and CEO Mike Peters regarding energy and contract extension information.
- WPPI 2025 Annual Report
- WPPI Energy Presentation and Contract Extension Information
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100 Main Street, Menasha
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A Quorum of the Administration Committee, Board of Public Works, Personnel Committee, Plan
Commission, Redevelopment Authority, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though
no official action of these bodies will be taken.
SPECIAL JOINT COMMON COUNCIL AND WATER
AND LIGHT COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 5:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
E. Communications
1.
WPPI 2025 Annual Report
F. Discussion
1.
WPPI Energy Presentation and Contract Extension Information by Mike
Peters, President and CEO
G. Adjournment
MEETING NOTICE
October 19, 2026
Common Council Meeting – 6:00 PM
Committee Meetings to Follow
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:30
Administration Committee
Committee to consider taxable revenue bonds for Alexander & Bishop 1, LLC
The Administration Committee will meet to discuss financial resolutions and insurance renewals. The agenda includes a review of a business incentive grant and 2027 health insurance changes.
- Resolution R-41-26 regarding Public Finance Authority taxable revenue bonds for Alexander & Bishop 1, LLC Project
- 2027 renewal of Storage Tank Pollution Liability Insurance with ACE American Insurance Company
- Downtown Business Incentive Program Grant Application for 200 Main Street
- 2027 Health Insurance changes and Vision & Dental continuation
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100 Main Street, Menasha
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A Quorum of the Common Council, Board of Public Works, Personnel Committee, Plan
Commission, Redevelopment Authority, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though
no official action of these bodies will be taken.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:30 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Common Council meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Minutes to Approve
1.
Administration Committee, 9/21/26
D. Discussion / Action Items
1.
R-41-26 - A Resolution Consenting to Public Finance Authority Issuance of
Taxable Revenue Bonds for Alexander & Bishop 1, LLC Project
2.
Storage Tank Pollution Liability Insurance (ACE American Insurance
Company) (2027 Renewal)
3.
Downtown Business Incentive Program Grant Application - 200 Main Street
4.
2027 Health Insurance Change; Vision & Dental Continuation
E. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Oct 19, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Common Council to review grant applications and city expenditures
The Common Council will consider several grant applications and a resolution to increase spending limits during local states of disaster. The body is also reviewing payments for road resurfacing and a liquor license transfer.
- Payment of $77,133.68 to Northeast Asphalt Inc for Midway Place Resurfacing
- Accounts payable and payroll for 10/2/26 - 10/15/26 totaling $1,057,253.10
- Alcohol license transfer for 14 Tayco Street from Hungry Donkey, LLC to Mrs. Potatoes, LLC
- Approval of the Bluejay Way Final Plat
- Draft Grant Reimbursement and Restoration Agreements for 2 Tayco Street
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Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
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A Quorum of the Administration Committee, Board of Public Works, Personnel Committee, Plan
Commission, Redevelopment Authority, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though
no official action of these bodies will be taken.
COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, October 19, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Clerk Janet - the following minutes and communications have been received and
placed on file:
1.
Presentations:
a.
Menasha Strong Recovery Plan Update
2.
Minutes to Receive:
a.
Special Board of Public Works, 10/5/26
b.
Water and Light Commission, 9/23/26
c.
Board of Health, 9/2/26
d.
Committee on Aging, 9/11/26
e.
Redevelopment Authority, 10/6/26
f.
Plan Commission, 10/6/26
g.
Housing Authority, 6/29/26
h.
Landmarks Commission, 4/15/26, 7/8/26, 9/10/26, 9/30/26
i.
Sustainability Committee, 5/28/26, 7/23/26
j.
Lawson Canal Ad-Hoc Advisory Committee, 8/28/26, 9/8/26
3.
Communications:
a.
Hometown Halloween
b.
School-Based Dental Program Update
c.
Trick or Treat Hours
d.
Menasha Strong Open House Flyer (10-29-26)
e.
Menasha Resource Clearinghouse
G. Consent Agenda …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Wed Oct 14, 2026 · 17:00
Landmarks Commission
100 Main Street, Menasha
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 17:15
Redevelopment Authority
Redevelopment Authority to discuss Menasha Strong Recovery Plan
The Redevelopment Authority will meet to discuss and take action on the Menasha Strong Recovery Plan. The meeting includes a public hearing and the approval of minutes from the September 24, 2026 meeting.
- Menasha Strong Recovery Plan discussion and action
- Public hearing
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100 Main Street, Menasha
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A Quorum of the Administration Committee, Board of Public Works, Common Council,
Personnel Committee, Plan Commission, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though
no official action of these bodies will be taken.
REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 5:15 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
AGENDA
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call/Excused Absences
C. Public Hearing
D. Minutes to Approve
1.
Redevelopment Authority, 9/24/26
E. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Discussion / Action Items
1.
Menasha Strong Recovery Plan
2.
Set Next Meeting
a.
November 3, 2026
G. Adjournment
If you have questions, please call the Community Development Department at (920)
967-3650 between 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Community Development Department at 967-
3650 24-hours in advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 15:30
Plan Commission
Plan Commission to review electronic sign permit for Unison Credit Union
The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a special use permit for an electronic message center. The body will also review site plans and a final plat for various local properties.
- Public hearing and special use permit for electronic message center at 1133 Province Terrace (Unison Credit Union)
- Site plan review for MF Housing Partners at 1228 Province Terrace
- Site plan amendment for 201 Main Street
- Final plat for Bluejay Way Plat (Marcus McGuire)
- Communication regarding tornado affected properties and zoning analysis
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100 Main Street, Menasha
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A Quorum of the Administration Committee, Board of Public Works, Common Council,
Personnel Committee, Redevelopment Authority, and other City bodies may attend this
meeting, though no official action of these bodies will be taken.
PLAN COMMISSION
Tuesday, October 6, 2026 at 3:30 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
AGENDA
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call/Excused Absences
C. Public Hearing
1.
Proposed Special Use Permit - Electronic Message Center on Monument Sign
- Unsion Credit Union - 1133 Province Terrace (Parcel No. 7-00001-11)
D. Minutes to Approve
1.
Plan Commission, 9/1/26
2.
Special Plan Commission, 9/9/26
E. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Discussion / Action Items
1.
Site Plan Review - 1228 Province Terrace (Parcel No. 7-00001-18) - MF
Housing Partners
2.
Site Plan Amendment - 201 Main Street
3.
Final Plat - Bluejay Way Plat - Marcus McGuire
4.
Special Use Permit - Electronic Message Center on Monument Sign - Unison
Credit Union - 1133 Province Terrace (Parcel No. 7-00001-11)
G. Communication
1.
Tornado Affected Properties and Zoning Analysis
2.
Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity - Heckrodt House Relocation
Letter
3.
Set Next Meeting
a.
November 10, 2026
H. Adjournment
If you have questions, please call the Community Development Department at (920)
967-3650 between 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday …
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Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 17:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha board to review Lawson Canal concept plan and approve $230K in construction payments
The Menasha Board of Public Works meets Monday, October 5, 2026, at 5:45 PM at 100 Main Street to discuss and act on several items. The board will consider a street use permit for the Menasha High School Homecoming Parade on October 16, 2026, and review three construction payment and change order items totaling over $230,000. It will also discuss a draft Lawson Canal Concept Plan. A quorum of the Common Council and other city bodies may attend, but no official action of those bodies will be taken.
- Street Use Permit for Menasha High School Homecoming Parade, Friday, October 16, 2026, 4:00–5:00 PM
- Payment of $153,206.66 to Don Hietpas and Sons Inc for 2026 Utility Construction (Contract M00002-09-00105, Payment No. 4)
- Payment of $77,133.68 to Northeast Asphalt Inc for Midway Place Resurfacing (Contract No. 2026-04, Payment No. 1)
- Change Order No. 1 for 2026 Street Construction with MCC Inc: deduct $69,704.39 (Contract No. 2026-01)
- Draft Lawson Canal Concept Plan discussion
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Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
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A Quorum of the Common Council, Administration Committee, Personnel Committee, Plan
Commission, Redevelopment Authority, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though
no official action of these bodies will be taken.
SPECIAL BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS
MEETING AGENDA
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 5:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
D. Minutes to Approve
E. Discussion / Action Items
1.
Street Use Permit — Homecoming Parade; Friday, October 16, 2026; 4:00 PM
- 5:00 PM; Menasha Joint School District (Menasha High School)
2.
Payment — Don Hietpas and Sons Inc; Contract M00002-09-00105; 2026
Utility Construction; $153,206.66 (Payment No. 4)
3.
Payment — Northeast Asphalt Inc; Contract No. 2026-04; Midway Place
Resurfacing; $77,133.68 (Payment No. 1)
4.
Change Order — Contract No. 2026-01; 2026 Street Construction; MCC Inc;
Deduct 69,704.39 (Change Order No. 1)
5.
Draft Lawson Canal Concept Plan
F. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Menasha council weighs temporary moratorium on large data center permits
The Menasha Common Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM at 100 Main Street to hold public hearings and vote on a range of items. Two public hearings are scheduled: a special use permit for multi-family housing at 1284 Midway Road (Fox Village Apartments) and O-18-26, an ordinance creating a temporary moratorium on zoning and building permits for data centers over 10,000 square feet. The council will also consider resolutions on election officials and on raising the spending authorization limit during the local state of disaster, plus appointments and routine payments.
- Public hearing and Plan Commission recommendation on a Special Use Permit for multi-family residential use at 1284 Midway Road (Parcel No. 6-01262-15), Fox Village Apartments
- O-18-26: ordinance establishing a temporary moratorium on zoning and building permit approvals for data centers with more than 10,000 square feet of floor area, introduced by Mayor Hammond
- Payment of $153,206.66 to Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc, Contract No. M0002-09-00105, 2026 Utility Construction (Payment No. 4)
- Change Order No. 1 to Contract No. 2026-01, 2026 Street Construction, MCC Inc, deducting $69,704.39
- Accounts payable and payroll for 9/18/26-10/1/26 totaling $2,534,932.42; R-39-26 to increase the limit of authorization to expend or commit public funds during the local state of disaster
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Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
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A Quorum of the Administration Committee, Board of Public Works, Personnel Committee, Plan
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no official action of these bodies will be taken.
COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, October 5, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
1.
Special Use Permit - Multi-Family Residential Use - 1284 Midway Road
(Parcel No.6-01262-15) - Fox Village Apartments
2.
O-18-26 - An Ordinance Enacting Title 13, Chapter 1, Article A, Section 13-1-
9A of the Code of Ordinances, Effectively Establishing a Temporary
Moratorium on the Issuance of Zoning and Building Permit Approvals for Data
Centers with Greater than 10,000 Square Feet of Floor Area
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Clerk Janet - the following minutes and communications have been received and
placed on file:
1.
Presentations:
2.
Minutes to Receive:
a.
Board of Public Works, 9/21/26
b.
Administration Committee, 9/21/26
c.
Library Board of Trustees, 8/25/26
3.
Communications:
a.
Voting Methods - General Election
b.
2027 Budget Review Sessions
c.
Pedestrian Safety Month Proclamation
d.
Public Power Week Proclamation
e.
Indi …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Thu Sep 24, 2026 · 17:00
Redevelopment Authority
RDA to discuss Lawson Canal plan and recovery planning services
The Menasha Redevelopment Authority is meeting to discuss and potentially take action on the Lawson Canal Concept Plan, professional services for recovery planning, and the kickoff of the Menasha Strong Recovery Plan. The agenda also includes a public hearing, approval of the previous meeting's minutes, and public comments. No dollar amounts or specific contract details are listed in the agenda.
- Public hearing
- Approval of minutes from 8/25/26 meeting
- Discussion of Lawson Canal Concept Plan
- Discussion of professional services for recovery planning
- Menasha Strong Recovery Plan RDA kickoff
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116 Main Street, Menasha
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A Quorum of the Administration Committee, Board of Public Works, Common Council,
Personnel Committee, Plan Commission, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though
no official action of these bodies will be taken.
SPECIAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
Thursday, September 24, 2026 at 5:00 PM
Menasha Senior Center
116 Main Street, Menasha, WI
AGENDA
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call/Excused Absences
C. Public Hearing
D. Minutes to Approve
1.
Redevelopment Authority, 8/25/26
E. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Discussion / Action Items
1.
Introductions
2.
Lawson Canal Concept Plan
3.
Professional Services for Recovery Planning
4.
Menasha Strong Recovery Plan - RDA Kick Off
5.
Set Next Meeting
G. Adjournment
If you have questions, please call the Community Development Department at (920)
967-3650 between 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM, Monday through Friday.
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Community Development Department at 967-
3650 24-hours in advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Board of Public Works meeting on September 21, 2026
The Board of Public Works will meet to discuss and take action on agenda items. The meeting includes a scheduled payment for utility construction.
- Payment to Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc for 2026 Utility Construction: $153,206.66
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Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 6:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Administration Committee meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
D. Minutes to Approve
1.
Board of Public Works, 9/8/26
E. Discussion / Action Items
1.
Payment — Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc; Contract No. M0002-09-00105; 2026
Utility Construction; $153,206.66 (Payment No. 4)
F. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
7 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:30
Administration Committee
Committee to review bond schedule, grant, and police agreements
The Administration Committee will discuss and potentially act on several items, including revisions to the City's ordinance bond schedule, a grant application for a downtown business incentive program, and two memoranda of understanding with the Menasha Joint School District for a School Resource Officer and crossing guards. The meeting may also include a quorum of other city bodies, but no official action will be taken by them.
- Ordinance Bond Schedule Revisions effective October 5, 2026
- Downtown Business Incentive Program Grant Application for 2 Tayco Street
- Police Department School Resource Officer MOU with MJSD
- Police Department Crossing Guard MOU with MJSD
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no official action of these bodies will be taken.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 6:30 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Common Council meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Minutes to Approve
1.
Administration Committee, 9/8/26
D. Discussion / Action Items
1.
City of Menasha Ordinance Bond Schedule Revisions - Effective October 5,
2026
2.
Downtown Business Incentive Program Grant Application - 2 Tayco Street
3.
Police Department School Resource Officer Memorandum of Understanding
with MJSD
4.
Police Department Crossing Guard Memorandum of Understanding with MJSD
E. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
7 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Council to vote on two new zoning overlay districts and $5M borrowing
The Menasha Common Council will hold public hearings and vote on ordinances establishing a Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District and an Opportunity Overlay District, plus a related definitions amendment. The council will also consider resolutions authorizing $5 million in borrowing, applying for two WI DNR urban forestry grants, and directing staff not to fund Flock Safety Services in the 2027 budget. Consent agenda items include a $55,716 final payment for chip sealing work and several street use permits.
- O-15-26: Establish Neighborhood Conservation Overlay District
- O-16-26: Establish Opportunity Overlay District
- R-37-26: Borrow $5,000,000 via General Obligation Promissory Note
- R-35-26: Direct staff to not appropriate funds for Flock Safety Services in 2027 budget
- Consent: $55,716 final payment to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers for chip sealing
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✓ Decided: Menasha Common Council authorizes $5 million loan for tornado recovery
The Common Council approved a $5 million promissory note for tornado recovery and established two new zoning overlay districts. The council also rescheduled 2027 budget review sessions and approved several street use permits for community events.
- Authorized $5 million borrowing for tornado recovery (7-0)
- Approved Neighborhood Conservation and Opportunity Overlay Districts (6-1 each)
- Approved amended 2027 budget review schedule and Nov. 23 adoption meeting (7-0)
- Approved $1,625,937.56 in accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
- Approved street use permits for Rally for the Valley, Otto Grunski Runski, and Hometown Halloween (7-0)
- Approved new alcohol license for Gills Pub and Grill Inc. (7-0)
- Authorized grant applications for WI DNR Urban Forestry grants (7-0)
- Directed staff not to appropriate 2027 budget funds for Flock Safety Services (7-0)
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
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COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
1.
O-15-26 - Proposed Amendment to Title 13 - Zoning Code, Chapter 1, Article
C, Sections 13-1-20(a)(18) and Enacting 13-1-41 of the Code of Ordinances,
Effectively Establishing a New Overlay District - Neighborhood Conservation
Overlay District
2.
O-16-26 - Proposed Amendment to Title 13 Zoning Code, Chapter 1, Article C,
Sections 13-1-20(a)(19) and Enacting 13-1-42 of the Code of Ordinances,
Effectively Establishing a New Overlay District - Opportunity Overlay District
3.
O-17-26 - Proposed Amendment to Title 13 - Zoning Code, Chapter 1, Article
C, Section 13-1-160 of the Code of Ordinances, Effectively Amending List of
Definitions
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Clerk Janet - the following minutes and communications have been received and
placed on file:
1.
Presentations:
2.
Minutes to Receive:
a.
Board of Public Works, 9/8/26
b.
Administration Committee, 9/8/2 …
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COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, September 21, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Mayor Hammond at 6:00pm.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Absent: Ald. Perkins
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, CDD Dane, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter,
PC Albrecht, FC Teesch, Interim CA Walsh, Mayor Hammond, Clerk Janet
D. PUBLIC HEARING
Staff provided an overview on the below public hearing items. These items are
changes to the zoning code based on earlier proposals. These are more
specialized tools that could be used in specific neighborhoods to make unique
changes to the zoning code in certain situations.
1.
O-15-26 - Proposed Amendment to Title 13 - Zoning Code, Chapter 1, Article
C, Sections 13-1-20(a)(18) and Enacting 13-1-41 of the Code of Ordinances,
Effectively Establishing a New Overlay District - Neighborhood Conservation
Overlay District
Mayor Hammond opened the public hearing at 6:05pm and invited members
of the public to speak.
KristL Laux (388 Nassau Street, Menasha) shared confusion about the intent
of these ordinances. Laux additionally commented on the Plan Commission
meeting from 9/1/26.
Mayor Hammond closed the public hearing at 6:09pm.
2.
O-16-26 - Proposed Amendment to Title 13 Zoning Code, Chapter 1, Article C,
Sections 13-1-20(a)(19) and E …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
7 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Adjournment
7 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:30
Administration Committee
Discussion of 911 emergency and TIME system agreements
The Administration Committee will discuss a Joint Powers Agreement regarding the Winnebago County 911 Emergency System. The committee will also discuss the 2027 Annual TIME System Agreement with the Winnebago County Sheriff's Office.
- Joint Powers Agreement-Winnebago County 911 Emergency System
- 2027 Annual TIME System Agreement-Winnebago County Sheriff's
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✓ Decided: Menasha committee approves 911 system and sheriff's messaging agreements, both 8-0
The Administration Committee approved two annual agreements on 8-0 roll call votes: a Joint Powers Agreement with Winnebago County for the 911 emergency system, and the 2027 TIME System Agreement with the Winnebago County Sheriff's Department. Staff described both as routine annual items; the TIME system is a secure messaging system that lets the Menasha Police Department access warrant and Division of Motor Vehicle information, and Winnebago County uses it for the City when the police front desk is closed. The committee also approved its 7/20/26 minutes on a voice vote and adjourned at 8:08pm.
- Approved Joint Powers Agreement for Winnebago County 911 Emergency System (8-0 roll call)
- Approved 2027 TIME System Agreement with Winnebago County Sheriff's Department (8-0 roll call)
- Approved Administration Committee minutes of 7/20/26 (voice vote)
- Adjourned at 8:08pm (voice vote)
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|||ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM First Floor Conference Rooms 100 Main Street, Menasha, WI or immediately following the Common Council meeting|
|A.|Call to Order||
|B.|Roll Call||
|C.|Minutes to Approve 1. Administration Committee, 7/20/26||
|D.|Discussion / Action Items 1.|Joint Powers Agreement-Winnebago County 911 Emergency System|
||2. Department|2027 Annual TIME System Agreement-Winnebago County Sheriff's|
|E.|Adjournment||
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
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ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 6:30 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chair Hale at 8:03pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter, PC Albrecht,
FC Teesch, CA Struve, Mayor Hammond, Clerk Janet
C. MINUTES TO APPROVE
1.
Administration Committee, 7/20/26
Motion by District 2 Alderperson Eisenach seconded by District 5 Alderperson
Lewis to approve. Motion carried on voice vote.
D. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
1.
Joint Powers Agreement - Winnebago County 911 Emergency System
Motion by District 2 Alderperson Eisenach, seconded by District 7
Alderperson Grade to approve.
Motion carried 8-0 on roll call.
Staff advised this is an annual, routine item that is necessary for inclusion in
the Winnebago County 911 emergency system.
2.
2027 Annual TIME System Agreement - Winnebago County Sheriff's
Department
Motion by District 2 Alderperson Eisenach, seconded by District 4
Alderperson Perkins to approve.
Motion carried 8-0 on roll call.
Staff advised that this is a secure messaging system between law
enforcement agencies, and allows the Menasha Police Department to access
warrant and Division of Motor Vehicle information. Staff also noted that
Winnebago County accesses the system for the City when the Police
Department front desk …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Board of Public Works reviews street sealing payments and event permits
The Board of Public Works will consider a final payment to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for chip sealing on various city streets. The meeting also includes requests for street use permits for three upcoming community events.
- $55,716.00 payment to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC for asphaltic concrete pavement chip sealing
- Street Use Permit: Rally for the Valley on October 3, 2026
- Street Use Permit: The Otto Grunski Runski on September 26, 2026
- Street Use Permit: Hometown Halloween on October 22, 2026
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✓ Decided: Board approves $55,716 chip sealing payment, street permits
The Board of Public Works approved a $0 change order and a $55,716 final payment for chip sealing on city streets, and approved three street use permits with amended closure times. The change order was $0 because it only swapped which streets received services with no net cost change. The Rally for the Valley permit was approved 7-1 after amending the closure time to 8am-midnight.
- Approved $0 change order for chip sealing contract (8-0)
- Approved $55,716 final payment to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers (8-0)
- Approved Rally for the Valley street use permit, amended to 8am-midnight closure (7-1)
- Approved Otto Grunski Runski street use permit, amended to 6:30am-10:30am closure (8-0)
- Approved Hometown Halloween street use permit, closure 3pm-6:30pm (8-0)
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 6:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Administration Committee meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
D. Minutes to Approve
1.
Board of Public Works, 8/17/26
E. Discussion / Action Items
1.
Change Order — Contract No. 2026-06; Asphaltic Concrete Pavement Chip
Sealing - Various City Streets; Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC; Add $0 (Change
Order No. 1 & Final)
2.
Payment — Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC; Contract No. 2026-06; Asphaltic
Concrete Pavement Chip Sealing - Various City Street; $55,716.00 (Payment
No. 1 & Final)
3.
Street Use Permit — Rally for the Valley; Saturday, October 3, 2026; 2 PM -
10 PM; Rally for the Valley Committee
4.
Street Use Permit — The Otto Grunski Runski; Saturday, September 26, 2026;
8:30 AM - 10:30 AM; Menasha Parks & Recreation
5.
Street Use Permit — Hometown Halloween; Thursday, October 22, 2026; 4
PM - 6 PM; Menasha Parks & Recreation
6.
Public Works General Activity
F. Adjournment
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MINUTES
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 6:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chair Marshall at 8:10pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, PRD Sackett, PC Albrecht, CA Struve,
Mayor Hammond, Clerk Janet
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER LISTED ON THE AGENDA
D. MINUTES TO APPROVE
1.
Board of Public Works, 8/17/26
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to approve. Motion carried on voice vote.
E. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
1.
Change Order — Contract No. 2026-06; Asphaltic Concrete Pavement Chip
Sealing - Various City Streets; Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC; Add $0 (Change
Order No. 1 & Final)
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School, seconded by District 5 Alderperson
Lewis to approve.
Motion carried 8-0 on roll call.
Discussion considered why the change order is for $0.
Staff advised that this involved changing what streets would receive services,
with no net change in cost for the project.
2.
Payment — Fahrner Asphalt Sealers, LLC; Contract No. 2026-06; Asphaltic
Concrete Pavement Chip Sealing - Various City Street; $55,716.00 (Payment
No. 1 & Final)
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School, seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to approve.
Motion carried 8-0 on roll call.
3.
Street Use Permit — Rally …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Council discusses tornado recovery financing and local business permits
The Menasha Common Council will consider resolutions regarding tornado recovery, including a $5,000,000 financing resolution and fee waivers for storm repairs. The agenda also includes discussions on the Menasha Strong Recovery Plan and various local licensing and employment items.
- Resolution R-33-26 to authorize $5,000,000 in financing for July 2026 tornado costs
- Resolution R-31-26 to waive building, zoning, and demolition permit fees for storm repairs
- Payment of $327,042.36 to Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc for 2026 Utility Reconstruction
- Temporary expansion of licensed premises permit for Stone Toad at 1109 Oneida Street
- Alcohol license transfer for Club Tavern at 56 Racine Street
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✓ Decided: Council terminates Flock Safety contract, approves $5M tornado recovery financing
The Menasha Common Council voted 7-1 to authorize the City Attorney to terminate the Flock Safety agreement, with Ald. Marshall dissenting. The council also approved the Menasha Strong Recovery Plan, a $5 million financing resolution for tornado-related costs, and a resolution waiving storm-related permit fees through January 30, 2027. Additionally, the council approved a tentative collective bargaining agreement with Fire Fighters Local 275 and several other routine items.
- Authorized termination of Flock Safety agreement (7-1)
- Approved Menasha Strong Recovery Plan (8-0)
- Approved $5,000,000 financing for tornado costs (8-0)
- Approved waiver of storm-related permit fees through Jan 30, 2027 (8-0)
- Approved tentative collective bargaining agreement with Fire Fighters Local 275 (8-0)
- Approved $5,124,749.89 accounts payable and payroll (8-0)
- Approved temporary expansion of licensed premises for Stone Toad (8-0)
- Approved transfer of alcohol license to Club Cat, LLC (8-0)
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## COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
## Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
|A.||Call to Order||
|---|---|---|---|
|B.|||Pledge of Allegiance|
|C.|Roll Call|||
|D.||Public Hearing||
|E.|||(5 minute time limit for each person)|
|F.|1. 2.|placed on file: a. b. a. b.|Presentations: for Tornado Relief Menasha Strong Recovery Plan Minutes to Receive: Committee on Aging, 7/10/26 Board of Public Works, 8/17/26|
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|||d. e.|Library Board of Trustees, 8/5/26|
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||3.|g. h. i. a.|6/2/26, 6/24/26, 6/24/26 Board of Health, 6/3/26 Communications: Menasha Strong Recovery Plan|
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## First Floor Conference Rooms
## 100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
## Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
## Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Clerk Janet-the following minutes and communications have been received and
Hindu Temple of North East Wisconsin (Dr. Richa Aggarwal) - Donation
Special Water and Light Commission, 8/11/26 Neenah-Menasha Sewerage Commission, 8/4/26
Redevelopment Authority, 8/25/26 Police Commission, 3/19/26, 5/21/26 Special Police Commission, 3/23/26, 3/24/26, 4/1/26, 4/21/26, 5/26/26,
## Floodplain Impacted Properties Update
|||c. Automated License Plate Reader (ALPR) Technology|
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COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES
Tuesday, September 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Mayor Hammond at 6:00pm.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, CDD Dane, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter,
PC Albrecht, FC Teesch, HRM Cardoza, CA Struve, Mayor Hammond, Clerk
Janet, PRESS
D. PUBLIC HEARING
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF CONCERN TO THE CITY
Rachel Dowling (642 Depere Street, Menasha), Winnebago County Supervisor
District 1, spoke on Automated License Plate Readers (ALPRs) and safeguards to
protect citizens, including record retention, the collection of data, and audits.
Additionally, Dowling spoke on the Menasha Strong Recovery Plan, and expressed
the desire that the process includes all Menasha residents.
Kristl Laux (388 Nassau Street, Menasha), Winnebago County Supervisor District
2, thanked the Mayor and Chief of Police for withdrawing support for the Flock
company, and shared concerns regarding other ALPR companies. Laux
recommended an in-house solution to allow the Police Department to have a
similar service.
Tim Jacobson (732 Paris Street, Menasha) spoke on his experience with the City
of Menasha Department of Public Works, and commented on the incredible work
done by the current City of Menasha Department of Pub …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Aug 31, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Council to discuss Rally for the Valley event and city spending limits
The Common Council will consider a retail sales application and a resolution to suspend specific local regulations for the Rally for the Valley event on October 3, 2026. Additionally, the Council will review a resolution to increase the limit of authorization for city operational expenditures.
- Producer Full-Service Retail Sales Application (AB-105) for Stone Arch Brewpub, Inc.
- Resolution R-30-26 to suspend 11-5-1(a)-(d) for the Rally for the Valley event
- Resolution R-29-26 to increase the limit of authorization to expend or commit public funds
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✓ Decided: Council approves alcohol sales, open-container rules for Rally for the Valley
The Common Council approved two action items for the Rally for the Valley event on October 3, 2026. It approved a temporary alcohol sales permit for Stone Arch Brewpub and suspended city code sections to allow open-container alcohol consumption in the downtown event space. The council also increased the city's spending authorization limit, amending a dollar figure from $1,954,369.03 to $1,954,396.03.
- Approved Stone Arch Brewpub temporary alcohol sales permit for Rally for the Valley (8-0)
- Approved R-30-26 suspending open-container code 11-5-1(a)-(d) for the event (8-0)
- Approved R-29-26 increasing city spending authorization limit, as amended (8-0)
- Amended R-29-26 dollar figure from $1,954,369.03 to $1,954,396.03 (8-0)
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SPECIAL COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, August 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Clerk Janet - the following minutes and communications have been received and
placed on file:
G. Consent Agenda
(Prior to voting on the Consent Agenda, items on the Consent Agenda may be
removed at the request of any Alderman and place immediately following action on
the Consent Agenda. The procedures to follow for the Consent Agenda are: (a)
removal of items from Consent Agenda; and (b) motion to approve the items from
Consent Agenda.)
H. Items Removed from the Consent Agenda
I.
Action Items
1.
Producer Full-Service Retail Sales Application (AB-105) - Stone Arch
Brewpub, Inc., Rally for the Valley, October 3, 2026
J.
Held Over Business
K. Ordinances and Resolutions
1.
R-30-26 - A Resolution Suspending 11-5-1(a)-(d) Within the Limited Area of
the Rally for the Valley Event in Downtown Menasha on Saturday, October 3,
2026, 2:00PM - 10:00PM (Int …
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SPECIAL COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, August 31, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Mayor Hammond at 6:00pm.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, PC Albrecht, FC Teesch, CA Struve,
Mayor Hammond, Clerk Janet
D. PUBLIC HEARING
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF CONCERN TO THE CITY
F. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT OFFICERS/DEPARTMENT
HEADS/STAFF/CONSULTANTS
G. CONSENT AGENDA
H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
I.
ACTION ITEMS
1.
Producer Full-Service Retail Sales Application (AB-105) - Stone Arch
Brewpub, Inc., Rally for the Valley, October 3, 2026
Motion by District 3 Alderperson Hale, seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to approve.
Motion carried 8-0 on roll call.
Staff advised this is a WI Department of Revenue (DOR) permit to temporarily
sell alcohol for an event, and that the municipality must first approve the form
prior to the applicant's submission to the DOR.
J.
HELD OVER BUSINESS
K. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
1.
R-30-26 - A Resolution Suspending 11-5-1(a)-(d) Within the Limited Area of
the Rally for the Valley Event in Downtown Menasha on Saturday, October 3,
2026, 2:00PM - 10:00PM (Introduced by Mayor Hammond)
Motion by District 7 Alderperson Grade, seconded by District 3 Alderperson …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Council to approve Rally for the Valley Tornado Recovery event
The Menasha Common Council will hold a special meeting to take action on the Rally for the Valley Tornado Recovery Community Event scheduled for October 3. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as roll call, public comments, and a consent agenda, but no specific dollar amounts or new ordinances are listed in the provided text.
- Action item: Rally for the Valley Tornado Recovery Community Event on Saturday, October 3 in Downtown Menasha
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✓ Decided: Council formally supports Rally for the Valley tornado recovery event, 7-1
The Common Council voted 7-1 to formally support the Rally for the Valley tornado recovery community event planned for Saturday, October 3 in downtown Menasha. An amendment to strike the words "raise funds from the event" died for lack of a second. Staff said future items such as road closures and fundraising will be considered later through the standard special event planning process, and the council also voted to receive a staff report and then adjourned.
- Formally supported the Rally for the Valley tornado recovery event on Saturday, October 3 in downtown Menasha (7-1 roll call; Ald. Eisenach voted no)
- Amendment to strike the words 'raise funds from the event' from the motion died for lack of a second
- Received the report of department officers, department heads, staff and consultants (voice vote)
- Adjourned the meeting at 7:08pm (voice vote)
440 First Street, Menasha
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SPECIAL COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, August 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Company E Room – Elisha D. Smith Public Library
440 First Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Clerk Janet - the following minutes and communications have been received and
placed on file:
1.
Presentations:
a.
Rally for the Valley Tornado Recovery Community Event
2.
Minutes to Receive:
3.
Communications:
G. Consent Agenda
(Prior to voting on the Consent Agenda, items on the Consent Agenda may be
removed at the request of any Alderman and place immediately following action on
the Consent Agenda. The procedures to follow for the Consent Agenda are: (a)
removal of items from Consent Agenda; and (b) motion to approve the items from
Consent Agenda.)
H. Items Removed from the Consent Agenda
I.
Action Items
1.
Rally for the Valley Tornado Recovery Community Event, Saturday, October 3
in Downtown Menasha
J.
Held Over Business
K. Ordinances and Resolutions
L. Appointments
M. Claims Against the City
N. Publ …
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SPECIAL COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, August 24, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Company E Room – Elisha D. Smith Public Library
440 First Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Mayor Hammond at 6:00pm.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: DPW Merten, CDD Dane, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter, PC Albrecht,
FC Teesch, LD Kopetsky, CA Struve, Mayor Hammond, Clerk Janet
D. PUBLIC HEARING
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF CONCERN TO THE CITY
Laura Derocher (387 Lopas Street, Menasha) spoke regarding the reopening of
Smith Park and having a place for the Doty Island community to gather. Derocher
additionally spoke on the planning process for the reconstruction of Smith Park.
Rev. Amy Engebose (1033 Melissa Street, Menasha), Pastor of St. Paul, spoke in
support of the Rally for the Valley event idea. Engebose noted a concern with
holding a fundraiser when there are community members in tough financial
situations and suggested the creation of a voucher program for the event.
Chris Evenson (523 Broad Street, Menasha) spoke on the Jefferson Park
neighborhood's annual PorchaPalooza event. Due to this event's cancellation,
community members have been organizing a free concert at Heckrodt Wetland
Reserve on September 27th from 10am-12pm.
F. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT OFFICERS/DEPARTMENT
HEADS/STAFF/CONSULTANTS
Motion by District …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Council to vote on $745K tennis court contract, e-scooter rules
The Menasha Common Council will consider several action items, including a $745,217.74 contract for Clovis Park Tennis Courts reconstruction and a $67,174.65 payment for street construction. The council will also vote on ordinances regulating electric scooters and bicycles, and may enter closed session to review a tentative bargaining agreement with Local 275.
- Payment of $67,174.65 to MCC Inc. for street construction on Eighth, Third, and DePere Streets
- Award of $745,217.74 to Northeast Asphalt for Clovis Park Tennis Courts reconstruction
- Ordinance O-10-26 regulating electric scooters and electric bicycles
- Ordinance O-12-26 requiring helmets for persons under 16 at Menasha Skate Park
- Resolution R-26-26 for Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant eligibility
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✓ Decided: Council approves e-bike/e-scooter ordinance with amendment
The Common Council approved an ordinance regulating electric scooters and bicycles, amended to remove the section on riding on roadways, with a 7-1 vote. The council also approved several consent agenda items, including a $745,217.74 contract for Clovis Park Tennis Courts reconstruction and a $67,174.65 payment for street construction. An ordinance requiring helmets for those under 16 at the Menasha Skate Park passed 6-2. The council also approved a resolution for a recycling grant and appointed Evan Janet as City Clerk.
- Approved O-10-26 e-bike/e-scooter ordinance as amended (7-1)
- Approved $745,217.74 Clovis Park Tennis Courts contract (8-0)
- Approved $67,174.65 street construction payment (8-0)
- Approved O-12-26 skate park helmet ordinance (6-2)
- Approved O-13-26 restricting e-bikes/e-scooters in parks (8-0)
- Approved R-26-26 recycling grant resolution (8-0)
- Approved R-28-26 reimbursement intent resolution (8-0)
- Appointed Evan Janet as City Clerk (8-0)
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
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COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Deputy Clerk Janet - the following minutes and communications have been
received and placed on file:
1.
Presentations:
2.
Minutes to Receive:
a.
Neenah-Menasha Sewerage Commission, 6/23/26
b.
Special Neenah-Menasha Sewerage Commission, 7/9/26
c.
Special Personnel Committee, 7/20/26
d.
Administration Committee, 7/20/26
e.
Board of Public Works, 7/20/26
f.
NMFR Joint Finance and Personnel Committee, 7/21/26
g.
Water and Light Commission, 7/22/26
h.
Plan Commission, 7/7/26
i.
Special Board of Public Works, 8/3/26
j.
Parks & Recreation Board, 8/11/26
3.
Communications:
a.
Pleasants Park Playground Opening - Thursday, August 27
b.
9th Neenah-Menasha Intertribal Powwow — Saturday, September 12,
2026
c.
Disaster Recovery Planning (Draft)
G. Consent Agenda
(Prior to voting on the Consent Agenda, …
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COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Mayor Hammond at 6:00pm.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: FD Sassman, CDD Dane, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter, PC Albrecht,
FC Teesch, LD Kopetsky, DFC Krueger, HRM Cardoza, CLO Roe, CA Struve,
Mayor Hammond, Clerk Janet, PRESS
D. PUBLIC HEARING
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF CONCERN TO THE CITY
Alex Miller (817 Green Street, Fox Crossing) spoke on short-term recovery efforts
following the tornado and noted the future consequences that the community may
face.
Neil Green (836 Broad Street, Menasha) shared concerns regarding
redevelopment of residential neighborhoods following the tornado.
Dani Rand (336 Lopas Street, Menasha) thanked City of Menasha staff and
emergency personnel for the hard work during the tornado recovery. Rand also
urged all to verify information before sharing on social media in order to prevent the
spread of misinformation. Rand additionally shared comments on the now-lifted
curfew in the City and spoke in support of the e-bike ordinances recommended by
the Park Board.
George Van Schyndel (125 E. Columbian Avenue, Neenah), Neenah-Menasha
Fire Rescue (NMFR), thanked those who assisted the fire department in searching
residences in t …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 18:30
Board of Public Works
Board to approve $327,042 payment for utility reconstruction
The Menasha Board of Public Works is meeting to approve a payment of $327,042.36 to Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc for the 2026 Utility Reconstruction project. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from previous meetings and public comments.
- Payment of $327,042.36 to Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc for Contract No. M0002-09-26-00105 (2026 Utility Reconstruction, Payment No. 3)
- Approval of minutes from July 20, 2026 and August 3, 2026 meetings
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✓ Decided: Board approves $327K utility reconstruction payment
The Board of Public Works approved Payment No. 3 of $327,042.36 to Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc. for the 2026 Utility Reconstruction contract (Contract No. M0002-09-26-00105) in an 8-0 roll call vote. The board also approved the minutes from the July 20 and August 3 meetings. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved $327,042.36 payment to Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc. for 2026 Utility Reconstruction (8-0)
- Approved Board of Public Works minutes from 7/20/26 (voice vote)
- Approved Special Board of Public Works minutes from 8/3/26 (voice vote)
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Common Council meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
D. Minutes to Approve
1.
Board of Public Works, 7/20/26
2.
Special Board of Public Works, 8/3/26
E. Discussion / Action Items
1.
Payment — Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc; Contract No. M0002-09-26-00105;
2026 Utility Reconstruction; $327,042.36 (Payment No. 3)
F. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MINUTES
Monday, August 17, 2026 at 6:30 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chair Marshall at 9:00pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: FD Sassman, PRD Sackett, CA Struve, Mayor Hammond, Clerk
Janet
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER LISTED ON THE AGENDA
D. MINUTES TO APPROVE
1.
Board of Public Works, 7/20/26
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to approve. Motion carried on voice vote.
2.
Special Board of Public Works, 8/3/26
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to approve. Motion carried on voice vote.
E. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
1.
Payment — Donald Hietpas & Sons Inc; Contract No. M0002-09-26-00105;
2026 Utility Reconstruction; $327,042.36 (Payment No. 3)
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School, seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to approve.
Motion carried 8-0 on roll call.
Staff advised this payment is for utility work for this year, with further updates
available at an upcoming meeting.
F. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School seconded by District 3 Alderperson Hale to
adjourn the Board of Public Works meeting at 9:03pm. Motion carried on voice
vote.
Minutes submitted by City Clerk Evan Janet.
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Council to consider resolution raising city spending limit
The Menasha Common Council is holding a special meeting with a public hearing and comments. The main action item is a resolution to increase the limit on authorizing expenditures or commitments of public funds for city operations. Other agenda items are procedural, including receiving minutes and communications.
- R-27-26: Resolution increasing the limit of authorization to expend or commit public funds for city operations
- Public hearing and public comments on any matter of concern to the city
- Governor Tony Evers Executive Order #303 relating to declaring a period of abnormal economic disruption and prohibiting price gouging (received and placed on file)
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✓ Decided: Council approves resolution to boost spending for tornado recovery
The Common Council approved R-27-26, a resolution increasing the limit of authorization to expend or commit public funds for city operations, specifically to continue debris removal and monitoring after the July 27, 2026 tornado. The motion passed 8-0 on a roll call vote. Discussion covered funding rationale, potential federal/state reimbursements, debris removal timeline, and tree removal efforts.
- Approved R-27-26 increasing expenditure authorization for city operations (8-0)
440 First Street, Menasha
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SPECIAL COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, August 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Company E Room – Elisha D. Smith Public Library
440 First Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Deputy Clerk Janet - the following minutes and communications have been
received and placed on file:
1.
Presentations:
2.
Minutes to Receive:
3.
Communications:
a.
Governor Tony Evers Executive Order # 303 Relating to Declaring a
Period of Abnormal Economic Disruption and Prohibiting Price Gouging
G. Consent Agenda
(Prior to voting on the Consent Agenda, items on the Consent Agenda may be
removed at the request of any Alderman and place immediately following action on
the Consent Agenda. The procedures to follow for the Consent Agenda are: (a)
removal of items from Consent Agenda; and (b) motion to approve the items from
Consent Agenda.)
H. Items Removed from the Consent Agenda
I.
Action Items
J.
Held Over Business
K. Ordinances and Resolutions
1.
R-27-26 - A Resolution Increasing The Limit Of Authorization …
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SPECIAL COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, August 10, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Company E Room – Elisha D. Smith Public Library
440 First Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Mayor Hammond at 6:00pm.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, CDD Dane, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter,
PC Albrecht, FC Teesch, LD Kopetsky, NSA Oskey, CLO Roe, CA Struve, Mayor
Hammond, DC Janet, PRESS
D. PUBLIC HEARING
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF CONCERN TO THE CITY
KristL Laux (388 Nassau Street, Menasha), Winnebago County District 2
Supervisor, spoke regarding the ongoing curfew in the City of Menasha.
Bryce Boden (625 Eleventh Street, Menasha) spoke regarding recreational
vehicles and ordinance enforcement.
F. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT OFFICERS/DEPARTMENT
HEADS/STAFF/CONSULTANTS
Motion by District 7 Alderperson Grade seconded by District 6 Alderperson
Marshall to approve. Motion carried on voice vote.
1.
Presentations:
2.
Minutes to Receive:
3.
Communications:
a.
Governor Tony Evers Executive Order # 303 Relating to Declaring a
Period of Abnormal Economic Disruption and Prohibiting Price Gouging
G. CONSENT AGENDA
H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA
I.
ACTION ITEMS
J.
HELD OVER BUSINESS
K. ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
1.
R-27-26 - A Resolution Increasing The Limit Of Authorization To …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 17:45
Board of Public Works
Board to declare emergency, waive bids for tree and debris removal
The Board of Public Works will consider a resolution declaring a public emergency under state law to waive competitive bidding and authorize emergency tree removal and debris removal work. The resolution was introduced by Mayor Hammond. The meeting may also be attended by members of other city bodies, but no official action by those bodies will be taken.
- R-23-26: Resolution declaring a public emergency under Wis. Stat. Section 62.15(1b) to waive bids and authorize tree removal and debris removal emergency response work
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✓ Decided: Board approves emergency tree and debris removal resolution
The Board of Public Works approved a resolution declaring a public emergency under Wisconsin law, waiving bidding requirements to expedite tree and debris removal after a natural disaster. The motion passed unanimously, 8-0, and is intended to speed up cleanup for residents.
- Approved R-23-26 declaring public emergency and waiving bids for tree/debris removal (8-0)
100 Main Street, Menasha
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no official action of these bodies will be taken.
SPECIAL BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MEETING
AGENDA
Monday, August 3, 2026 at 5:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Administration Committee meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
D. Minutes to Approve
E. Discussion / Action Items
1. R-23-26 A Resolution Declaring a Public Emergency Under Wis. Stat. Section
62.15(1b) Waiving Bids and Authorizing Tree Removal and Debris Removal
Emergency Response Work (Introduced by Mayor Hammond)
F. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MINUTES
Monday, August 3, 2026 at 5:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chair Marshall at 5:49pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter, FC Teesch,
PC Albrecht, LD Kopetsky, HRM Cardoza, CA Struve, Mayor Hammond, DC Janet,
PRESS
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER LISTED ON THE AGENDA
D. MINUTES TO APPROVE
E. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
1.
R-23-26 A Resolution Declaring a Public Emergency Under Wis. Stat. Section
62.15(1b) Waiving Bids and Authorizing Tree Removal and Debris Removal
Emergency Response Work (Introduced by Mayor Hammond)
Motion by District 8 Alderperson School, seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to approve.
Motion carried 8-0 on roll call.
Staff advised that this resolution would allow the City to waive bids in order to
expedite services to residences after the natural disaster. This will help the
clean-up process move more quickly.
F. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by District 6 Alderperson Marshall seconded by District 7 Alderperson
Grade to adjourn the Board of Public Works meeting at 5:55pm. Motion carried on
voice vote.
Minutes submitted by Deputy City Clerk Evan Janet
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Council to declare local state of disaster after July 27 emergency
The Common Council will hold public hearings and vote on four resolutions related to a local state of disaster declared after the July 27 emergency. The resolutions include declaring the disaster, authorizing emergency tree and debris removal without bids, and amending the 2026 operating budget to add software services. The meeting also includes routine consent agenda items and public comment periods.
- R-21-26: Resolution declaring a local state of disaster under Wis. Stats. 323.11 & 323.14
- R-22-26: Resolution regarding city operations during the local state of disaster
- R-23-26: Resolution waiving bids and authorizing tree removal and debris removal emergency response work
- R-24-26: Resolution amending the 2026 operating budget to reallocate funding for software services prioritized in response to the disaster
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✓ Decided: Council declares disaster, waives bids, boosts spending for tornado recovery
The Common Council unanimously approved four resolutions related to the July 27, 2026 tornado recovery: declaring a local state of disaster, raising the emergency expenditure limit from $100,000, waiving bids for tree and debris removal, and reallocating the 2026 budget for new software. All votes were 8-0. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Declared local state of disaster under Wis. Stats. 323.11 & 323.14 (8-0)
- Raised emergency expenditure limit above $100,000 for disaster response (8-0)
- Waived bids and authorized tree/debris removal emergency work (8-0)
- Amended 2026 operating budget to fund software for permitting, inspections, and social media archiving (8-0)
Menasha City Center, First Floor Conference Rooms, Menasha
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## COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
## Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
## First Floor Conference Rooms 100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
|A.|Call to Order|
|---|---|
|B.|Pledge of Allegiance|
|C. D. Roll Call|Moment of Reflection-City of Menasha Local State of Disaster (Emergency)|
|E.|Public Hearing|
|F.|Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City (5 minute time limit for each person)|
|G.|Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants Deputy Clerk Janet-the following minutes and communications have been received and placed on file:|
|1.|Presentations:|
|2.|Minutes to Receive:|
|3.|Communications:|
|H.|Consent Agenda (Prior to voting on the Consent Agenda, items on the Consent Agenda may be removed at the request of any Alderman and place immediately following action on the Consent Agenda. The procedures to follow for the Consent Agenda are: (a) removal of items from Consent Agenda; and (b) motion to approve the items from Consent Agenda.)|
|I.|Items Removed from the Consent Agenda|
|J.|Action Items|
|K.|Held Over Business|
|L.|Ordinances and Resolutions|
|1.|R-21-26 A Resolution Declaring a Local State of Disaster (Emergency) Under Wis. Stats. Sections 323.11 & 323.14 (Introduced by Mayor Hammond)|
|2.|R-22-26 A Resoluti …
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COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, August 3, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Mayor Hammond at 6:01pm.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
C. MOMENT OF REFLECTION - CITY OF MENASHA LOCAL STATE OF DISASTER
(EMERGENCY)
A moment of reflection was observed for the Local State of Disaster (Emergency).
D. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade, School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, CDD Dane, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter,
PC Albrecht, FC Teesch, LD Kopetsky, HRM Cardoza, CA Struve, Mayor
Hammond, DC Janet, PRESS
E. PUBLIC HEARING
F. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF CONCERN TO THE CITY
KristL Laux (388 Nassau Street, Menasha), Winnebago County District 2
Supervisor, thanked the neighboring communities and volunteers who have offered
assistance in the wake of the natural disaster.
Kiersten Lewis (1032 Grove Street, Menasha) shared appreciation to the the
citizens and employees who have been working hard to help the recovery efforts.
Lewis additionally inquired about tax payments and the citywide curfew.
Brian Borchardt (1411 Rogers Ct., Neenah), Mayor of the City of Neenah,
emphasized the importance of the 'Twin City' relationship between the Cities of
Neenah and Menasha, and shared appreciation for the continued partnership
between the two cities.
G. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT OFFICERS/DEPARTMENT
HEADS/ST …
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🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Josh School yea
Wed Jul 29, 2026 · 18:00
General
Common Council to consider Drum Corps Final Plat
The Menasha Common Council will hold a special meeting to review city business. The primary action item is a recommendation from the Plan Commission regarding a final plat.
- Approval of Drum Corps Final Plat with a condition to add an access easement for Lot 9 and stormwater pod maintenance on Outlot 1
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A Quorum of the Administration Committee, Board of Public Works, Personnel Committee, Plan
Commission, Redevelopment Authority, and other City bodies may attend this meeting, though
no official action of these bodies will be taken.
SPECIAL COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, July 29, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Interim Clerk Janet - the following minutes and communications have been
received and placed on file:
1. Presentations:
2. Minutes to Receive:
a. Plan Commission, 7/7/26
3. Communications:
G. Consent Agenda
(Prior to voting on the Consent Agenda, items on the Consent Agenda may be
removed at the request of any Alderman and place immediately following action on
the Consent Agenda. The procedures to follow for the Consent Agenda are: (a)
removal of items from Consent Agenda; and (b) motion to approve the items from
Consent Agenda.)
1. Plan Commission, 7/7/2026, Recommends Approval of:
a. Drum Corps Final Plat as presented, finding that the final plat conforms to
the Municipal Ordinance, the City Comprehensive Plan, and surrounding
development with the following condition:
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Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
City Council to approve $3.2M in debt and construction contracts
The Menasha Common Council will vote on a resolution to issue $3.2 million in general obligation notes and approve construction contracts and payments. The meeting includes a public hearing and a consent agenda.
- Resolution to issue $3,215,000 in general obligation promissory notes
- Approval of $967,666.82 in accounts payable and payroll
- Final payment of $105,527.21 for Jefferson Park Boat Launch
- Demolition of building at 325 Broad Street
- Hiring processes for City Clerk and City Attorney
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✓ Decided: Council approves $3.2M borrowing, multiple contracts, and hiring processes
The Common Council approved a resolution authorizing up to $3,215,000 in general obligation promissory notes for reimbursement of 2025 projects. It also approved several consent agenda items, including a $48,825.77 deduction and $105,527.21 final payment for the Jefferson Park Boat Launch, a $222,504.60 utility construction payment, the Urban Forestry Management Plan, and internal/external hiring processes for City Clerk and City Attorney. Action items included a temporary liquor permit for Elks Lodge 676, $967,666.82 in accounts payable, an amendment for Main St./Racine St. roundabout improvements, and demolition of a building at 325 Broad Street.
- Approved $3,215,000 GO promissory notes (7-0)
- Approved $48,825.77 deduction for Jefferson Park Boat Launch (7-0)
- Approved $105,527.21 final payment for Jefferson Park Boat Launch (7-0)
- Approved $222,504.60 utility construction payment (7-0)
- Approved Urban Forestry Management Plan (7-0)
- Approved internal hiring process for City Clerk (7-0)
- Approved external hiring process for City Attorney (7-0)
- Approved demolition at 325 Broad Street (7-0)
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COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Clerk Snyder - the following minutes and communications have been received and
placed on file:
1. Presentations:
a. Urban Forestry Management Plan
2. Minutes to Receive:
a. Water and Light Commission, 6/24/26
b. Administration Committee, 7/6/26
c. Board of Public Works, 7/6/26
d. Library Board of Trustees, 5/26/26
e. Parks & Recreation Board, 7/14/26
f. IT Steering Committee, 7/8/26
g. Committee on Aging, 6/12/26
3. Communications:
a. Voting Methods - Partisan Primary Election
b. Landscape Flyer
c. Menasha Aquatic Facility Capital Campaign Planning Study Presentation
d. National Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation
e. National Disability Month Proclamation
G. Consent Agenda
(Prior to voting on the Consent Agenda, items on the Consent Agenda may be
removed at the request of any Alderman and place immediately following action on
the Cons …
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COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Mayor Hammond at 6:19pm.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade
Absent: Ald. School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, CDD Dane, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter,
FC Teesch, LD Kopetsky, DPC Hanchek, HRM Cardoza, CA Struve, Mayor
Hammond, DC Janet
D. PUBLIC HEARING
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF CONCERN TO THE CITY
Jason Kritz (W6794 State Road 10/114, Menasha) spoke on traffic speed and
noise levels on and near Hwy. 10/114; commenting on the desire for an increase in
police presence and a noise study.
Gary Hurley (2463 Kelly Lake Drive, Menasha) spoke on the above issue, sharing
similar concerns related to noise in the neighborhood.
F. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT OFFICERS/DEPARTMENT
HEADS/STAFF/CONSULTANTS
Motion by District 7 Alderperson Grade seconded by District 6 Alderperson
Marshall to receive. Motion carried on voice vote.
1.
Presentations:
a.
Urban Forestry Management Plan
Dr. Richard Hauer from Eocene Environmental Group shared updates on a
Urban Forest Management Plan. Hauer shared the length of the City's Tree
City USA commendation, the health and distribution of the City's trees, survey
results from residents, and goals for the next five years. Hauer additionally
shared …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
7 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea
Adjournment
7 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:30
General
Menasha committee to review 2025 city financial audit
The Administration Committee will meet to discuss and potentially accept the 2025 City of Menasha financial audit prepared by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. The Common Council and other city bodies may attend but will not take official action.
- Review & Accept the 2025 City of Menasha Financial Audit (CliftonLarsonAllen LLP)
- Minutes to Approve: Administration Committee, 7/6/26
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✓ Decided: Menasha committee accepts 2025 financial audit showing lower general fund balance
The Administration Committee voted 7-0 to approve its July 6, 2026 minutes and 7-0 to review and accept the 2025 City of Menasha financial audit by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP. Auditors Haley Lepak and Erica Schaefer reported no noncompliance materials and noted an escrow account found during the audit from the closeout of TID #4. Staff said the general fund balance decrease stemmed from 2024 carryovers, municipal court debt, and a revenue shortfall, and noted the City's Municipal Code sets a minimum undesignated general fund balance at 10% of general fund expenditures. The meeting adjourned at 7:44pm.
- Approved 7/6/26 Administration Committee minutes (7-0 roll call)
- Accepted 2025 City of Menasha financial audit by CliftonLarsonAllen LLP (7-0 roll call)
- Adjourned meeting at 7:44pm (voice vote)
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no official action of these bodies will be taken.
ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Common Council meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Minutes to Approve
1. Administration Committee, 7/6/26
D. Discussion / Action Items
1. Review & Accept the 2025 City of Menasha Financial Audit (CliftonLarsonAllen
LLP)
E. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
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ADMINISTRATION COMMITTEE MINUTES
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:30 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chair Hale at 7:30pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade
Absent: Ald. School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, CDD Dane, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter,
LD Kopetsky, DPC Hanchek, CA Struve, Mayor Hammond, DC Janet
C. MINUTES TO APPROVE
1.
Administration Committee, 7/6/26
Motion by District 2 Alderperson Eisenach, seconded by District 4
Alderperson Perkins to approve.
Motion carried 7-0 on roll call.
D. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
1.
Review & Accept the 2025 City of Menasha Financial Audit (CliftonLarsonAllen
LLP)
Motion by District 2 Alderperson Eisenach, seconded by District 4
Alderperson Perkins to approve.
Motion carried 7-0 on roll call.
Discussion considered the decrease of the general fund balance and balance
minimums.
Staff advised that the decrease of the general fund balance came from a
variety of different expenditures, such as carryovers from 2024, municipal
court debt, and a revenue shortfall. Staff additionally advised that the City's
Municipal Code sets the minimum undesignated general fund balance at 10%
of general fund expenditures.
Haley Lepak and Erica Schaefer from CliftonLarsonAllen LLP spoke about the
recent audit and that there are no noncompliance materials to report. The
auditors additionally sha …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
7 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 18:45
Board of Public Works
Board will recommend awarding a $745,217.74 contract to rebuild Clovis Park tennis courts
The Board will consider three action items: approving minutes from the July 6 meeting, a resolution to join an intergovernmental agreement for the 2027 Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant, and a payment to MCC Inc. for street construction totaling $67,174.65. It will also recommend awarding a $745,217.74 contract to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for reconstruction of the Clovis Park tennis courts. Public comments are limited to five minutes per speaker.
- Approve minutes of the Board of Public Works meeting dated 7/6/26
- Resolution R-21-26 for an intergovernmental cooperative agreement to satisfy eligibility for the 2027 Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant (introduced by Mayor Hammond)
- Payment to MCC Inc., Contract No. 2026-01, for street construction on Eighth Street, Third Street, and DePere Street, $67,174.65
- Recommend award of Contract No. 2026-03 to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for Clovis Park tennis courts reconstruction, $745,217.74
- Public comments on any agenda matter (5‑minute limit per speaker)
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✓ Decided: Board approves $745K Clovis Park tennis court reconstruction
The Board of Public Works approved a $745,217.74 contract with Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for the full reconstruction of the Clovis Grove Tennis Courts, with funding split between the City, the Menasha Joint School District, and potential grant funding. The board also approved a routine recycling consolidation agreement and a $67,174.65 payment for street construction on Eighth Street. All three items passed 7-0.
- Approved Contract No. 2026-03 for Clovis Park Tennis Courts Reconstruction to Northeast Asphalt, Inc. for $745,217.74 (7-0)
- Approved R-21-26 Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement for Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant (7-0)
- Approved Payment No. 1 to MCC Inc. for $67,174.65 for street construction on Eighth, Third, and DePere Streets (7-0)
- Approved minutes from the 7/6/26 Board of Public Works meeting (voice vote)
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MEETING AGENDA
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
or immediately following the Administration Committee meeting
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Public Comments on Any Matter Listed on the Agenda
(5 minute time limit for each person)
D. Minutes to Approve
1. Board of Public Works, 7/6/26
E. Discussion / Action Items
1. R-21-26 — A Resolution for an Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement to
Satisfy Eligibility for the Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant for Calendar
Year 2027 (Introduced by Mayor Hammond)
2. Payment — MCC Inc.; Contract No. 2026-01; Street Construction on Eighth
Street, Third Street, and DePere Street; $67,174.65 (Payment No. 1)
3. Recommend to Award — Contract No. 2026-03; Clovis Park Tennis Courts
Reconstruction; Northeast Asphalt, Inc.; $745,217.74
F. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
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BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS MINUTES
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 6:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Chair Marshall at 7:47pm.
B. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade
Absent: Ald. School
Also Present: FD Sassman, DPW Merten, PRD Sackett, PHD Hutter, DPC
Hanchek, CA Struve, Mayor Hammond, DC Janet
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER LISTED ON THE AGENDA
D. MINUTES TO APPROVE
1.
Board of Public Works, 7/6/26
Motion by District 7 Alderperson Grade seconded by District 5 Alderperson
Lewis to approve. Motion carried on voice vote.
E. DISCUSSION / ACTION ITEMS
1.
R-21-26 — A Resolution for an Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement to
Satisfy Eligibility for the Wisconsin Recycling Consolidation Grant for Calendar
Year 2027 (Introduced by Mayor Hammond)
Motion by District 7 Alderperson Grade, seconded by District 4 Alderperson
Perkins to approve.
Motion carried 7-0 on roll call.
Staff advised that this is a routine, annual item, allowing the City to work with
the county and other municipalities to pool recycling initiatives together to help
meet recycling education requirements.
2.
Payment — MCC Inc.; Contract No. 2026-01; Street Construction on Eighth
Street, Third Street, and DePere Street; $67,174.65 (Payment No. 1)
Motion by District 7 Alderperson Grade, seconded by District 3 Alderperson
Hale to approve.
Motion carried 7-0 on r …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
7 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 17:45
General
Personnel Committee will discuss hiring processes for City Clerk and City Attorney
The Personnel Committee meeting is set for July 20, 2026 at 5:45 PM in the First Floor Conference Rooms, 100 Main Street, Menasha. The committee will approve minutes from its June 15, 2026 meeting and then discuss the recruitment and hiring processes for the City Clerk and City Attorney positions. No formal actions are scheduled; the discussion is informational.
- Approve minutes from Personnel Committee meeting dated 6/15/26
- Discuss recruitment/hiring process for City Clerk
- Discuss recruitment/hiring process for City Attorney
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no official action of these bodies will be taken.
PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING AGENDA
Monday, July 20, 2026 at 5:45 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Minutes to Approve
1. Personnel Committee, 6/15/26
D. Discussion / Action Items
1. Recruitment/Hiring Process for City Clerk
2. Recruitment/Hiring Process for City Attorney
E. Adjournment
"Menasha is committed to its diverse population. Our Non-English speaking population and
those with disabilities are invited to contact the Menasha City Clerk at 967-3603 24-hours in
advance of the meeting for the City to arrange special accommodations."
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
8 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea · Austin Hammond yea
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 18:00
Common Council
Council will approve $3.9 million in accounts payable and payroll
The Common Council will vote on routine items including the approval of the city's accounts payable and payroll totaling $3,922,809.62. It will also consider a temporary expansion of a premises permit at 544 Fourth Street and updates to the WIS 114 reconstruction and Tayco Street rehabilitation projects, which may be discussed in closed session. Additional items include a real‑estate transfer to Habitat for Humanity and a resolution acknowledging the 2025 compliance report.
- Approve accounts payable and payroll for 6/12/26‑7/2/26 ($3,922,809.62)
- Temporary expansion of premises permit at 544 Fourth Street (effective July 18 and August 1, 2026)
- Update to acquisition of real property for WIS 114 reconstruction (Manitowoc St‑Melissa St corridor)
- Update to rehabilitation of 2 Tayco Street (closed‑session discussion)
- Transfer of real estate from Redevelopment Authority to Greater Fox Cities Area Habitat for Humanity (1100 Province Terrace, Parcel 770001504)
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✓ Decided: Council approves $3.9M in bills, WI Task Force One pact
The Common Council approved all consent agenda items and action items unanimously (7-0), including a $3.9 million accounts payable and payroll payment, a two-year agreement for participation in Wisconsin Task Force One, and the purchase of extrication tools. The council also approved two temporary expansion permits for 544 Fourth Street, a real estate transfer to Habitat for Humanity, and a resolution acknowledging the 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report. The council adjourned into closed session to discuss property acquisitions for the WIS 114 project and the rehabilitation of 2 Tayco Street, but no action was taken in open session on those items.
- Approved $3,922,809.62 in accounts payable and payroll (7-0)
- Approved WI Task Force One agreement for 2026-2028 (7-0)
- Approved $225,000 for extrication tools (7-0)
- Approved 2027 cost distribution formula (Neenah 60.68%, Menasha 39.32%) (7-0)
- Approved police MOA amendments for fitness incentive funds (7-0)
- Approved two temporary expansion permits for 544 Fourth Street (7-0)
- Approved transfer of 1100 Province Terrace to Habitat for Humanity (7-0)
- Approved resolution R-19-26 acknowledging 2025 CMAR (7-0)
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COMMON COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. Call to Order
B. Pledge of Allegiance
C. Roll Call
D. Public Hearing
E. Public Comments on Any Matter of Concern to the City
(5 minute time limit for each person)
F. Report of Department Officers/Department Heads/Staff/Consultants
Clerk Snyder - the following minutes and communications have been received and
placed on file:
1. Presentations:
2. Minutes to Receive:
a. Special Board of Public Works, 6/15/26
b. Personnel Committee, 6/15/26
c. Neenah-Menasha Fire Rescue Joint Finance & Personnel Committee,
6/16/26
d. Neenah-Menasha Sewerage Commission, 5/26/26
e. Committee on Aging, 4/10/26
f. Sustainability Committee, 10/30/25
g. Sustainability Committee, 3/26/26
h. Housing Authority, 2/23/26
i. Redevelopment Authority, 3/3/26
j. Plan Commission, 5/5/26
3. Communications:
a. Letter of Resignation - Kaija Snyder, City Clerk
b. Letter of Resignation - Margaret J. Struve, City Attorney
G. Consent Agenda
(Prior to voting on the Consent Agenda, items on the Consent Agenda may be
removed at the request of any Alderman and place immediately following action on
the Consent Agen …
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COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES
Monday, July 6, 2026 at 6:00 PM
First Floor Conference Rooms
100 Main Street, Menasha, WI
A. CALL TO ORDER
Meeting called to order by Mayor Hammond at 6:00pm.
B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
C. ROLL CALL
Present: Alds. Rand, Eisenach, Hale, Perkins, Lewis, Marshall, Grade
Absent: Ald. School
Also Present: FD Sassman, CDD Dane, PHD Hutter, DC Hancheck, FC Teesch,
CA Struve, Mayor Hammond, Clerk Snyder
D. PUBLIC HEARING
E. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ANY MATTER OF CONCERN TO THE CITY
F. REPORT OF DEPARTMENT OFFICERS/DEPARTMENT
HEADS/STAFF/CONSULTANTS
1. Presentations:
2. Minutes to Receive:
Motion by District 7 Alderperson Grade seconded by District 6 Alderperson
Marshall to receive. Motion carried on voice vote.
a. Special Board of Public Works, 6/15/26
b. Personnel Committee, 6/15/26
c. Neenah-Menasha Fire Rescue Joint Finance & Personnel Committee,
6/16/26
d. Neenah-Menasha Sewerage Commission, 5/26/26
e. Committee on Aging, 4/10/26
f. Sustainability Committee, 10/30/25
g. Sustainability Committee, 3/26/26
h. Housing Authority, 2/23/26
i. Redevelopment Authority, 3/3/26
j. Plan Commission, 5/5/26
3. Communications:
Motion by District 7 Alderperson Grade seconded by District 3 Alderperson
Hale to receive. Motion carried on voice vote.
Common Council and staff discussion considered the quality work by City
Attorney Struve and City Clerk Snyder as they depart Menasha's staff.
a. L …
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Named votes as recorded in the official record.
Adjournment
7 yea
Chris Rand yea · Rosita Eisenach yea · Tim Hale yea · Terri Perkins yea · Joy Lewis yea · Tom Marshall yea · Ted Grade yea
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💰 Federal awards (top 4 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $180,275 | CRUCIBLE METAL SOLUTIONS INC Department of Defense · 8509050327!HOUSING,MECHANICAL |
| $19,345 | WISCONSIN PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · LIMB |
| $18,042 | WISCONSIN PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · PROSTHETIC LIMB FOR VETERANS MEDICAL NEEDS |
| $14,103 | WISCONSIN PROSTHETICS & ORTHOTICS, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · PROSTHETIC LIMB FOR VETERAN |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Winnebago County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments3,784 (91,036 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,106/mo (190 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy14.1% (low numeracy 23% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
1,169
Recorded votes
$86.9M
Annual budget
$85.3M
Debt outstanding
31
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$86.9M
Spending$84.2M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
Debt load MODERATE
Outstanding debt$85.3M
Debt-to-revenue0.98×
Debt-load index65 / 100
A debt-load indicator (national percentile of debt, deficit & aid-reliance) — not a solvency verdict. Cross-checked against official state fiscal-stress scores where they exist.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.
Meeting archives
- 2025 (50 meetings)