Menomonie, Wisconsin

City Council

The City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a $595,647.98 WisDOT Municipal Street Improvement Supplemental Grant for work on 14th Avenue East and Dairyland Road. Council members will consider a cash‑rounding policy resolution (2026‑19) and a full lawn‑irrigation ban resolution (2026‑20). An ordinance (2026‑11) to create a Vice President position on the Common Council will be introduced with possible waivers of first and second readings. The council will also review a Class A liquor license application for Corner Store MN, LLC (Marathon) at 2302 South Broadway Street and two special‑event applications for National Night Out and a pickleball tournament.

• Accept WisDOT $595,647.98 grant for 14th Ave East and Dairyland Rd improvements
• Adopt Resolution 2026‑19 establishing a cash‑rounding policy for city transactions
• Adopt Resolution 2026‑20 creating a full lawn irrigation ban
• Introduce and possibly waive readings of Ordinance 2026‑11 to create a Common Council Vice President role
• Approve Class A liquor license for Corner Store MN, LLC (Marathon) at 2302 South Broadway Street

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will consider a street improvement grant, a cash rounding policy, and a ban on lawn irrigation. The body will also discuss a proposed land sale for industrial development and approve liquor licenses.

• Accept WisDOT grant of $595,647.98 for 14th Avenue East and Dairyland Road
• Consider adopting a Cash Rounding Policy for city transactions
• Discuss proposed Full Lawn Irrigation Ban
• Consider creating a Vice President of the Common Council position
• Discuss proposed Land Sale and price for industrial development on 59th Street NE

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board will approve the minutes from the June 17, 2026 meeting, review a field‑trip report that requires no action, and schedule its next meeting for August 19, 2026. The agenda also includes a sign‑up sheet for volunteer hours and a period for public comments limited to agenda items.

• Approval of minutes from the June 17, 2026 meeting
• Review of field‑trip report (no action required) covering Galloway Creek, Phelan Park, and Wilson Ave sites
• Sign‑up sheet for volunteer hours
• Public comments on agenda items only
• Set next meeting date: August 19, 2026 at 1:00 pm

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission will review minutes from the May 13 meeting and consider any needed follow‑up. A discussion will focus on damage to the airport perimeter fence and whether corrective action is required. The commission will also discuss the future of 100LL aviation fuel and receive the Airport Manager’s report, both for information only. The meeting will conclude with setting the next meeting date.

• Review minutes from May 13, 2026 Airport Commission meeting
• Discuss perimeter fence damage and possible corrective action
• Discuss future of 100LL aviation fuel (information only)
• Airport Manager’s report (information only)
• Set date for next Airport Commission meeting

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on perimeter fence damage and the approval of May 13, 2026, meeting minutes. The body will also hold discussions regarding the future of 100LL aviation fuel and the Airport Manager's report.

• Perimeter fence damage discussion and possible action
• Future of 100LL aviation fuel discussion
• Airport Manager's Report

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and possibly approve a Certificate of Appropriateness for a façade renovation at the LumberJax BakeHouse and Café, 230 Main Street East. The commission will also consider approval of the minutes from the June 8, 2026 meeting and confirm the date of the next meeting.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for façade renovation at 230 Main Street East (LumberJax BakeHouse and Café)
• Approval of minutes from the June 8, 2026 meeting
• Confirmation of the next meeting date

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and vote on a Certificate of Appropriateness for a façade renovation, window replacement, repainting, and brick repair at LumberJax BakeHouse and Café, 230 Main Street East. The commission will also consider confirming the next meeting date, approving minutes from the June 8 meeting, and appointing a new chairperson. All actions will be taken by voice vote as indicated in the agenda.

• Approval of minutes for the June 8, 2026 meeting (discussion and possible action)
• Certificate of Appropriateness application from Lumberjax Ventures, LLC for façade renovation at 230 Main Street East (discussion and possible approval)
• Appointment of Joshua Kohnke as Chairperson of the Historic Preservation Commission
• Confirmation of the next meeting date (July 13, 2026) (discussion and possible action)
• Adjournment of the meeting

Tourism Board

The Menomonie Tourism Commission will approve minutes from the March 11, 2026 meeting, review quarterly room tax reports, and discuss the Chamber's budget, monthly financial statements, and short‑term rental reports for 2026, with possible action. The board will also set the date for the next meeting and address any other business.

• Approve minutes from the March 11, 2026 Tourism Commission meeting
• Review quarterly room tax reports
• Discuss Chamber budget, monthly financial statements, and short‑term rental reports for 2026
• Set date for the next meeting
• Other business

The Tourism Commission unanimously approved the March 11, 2026 meeting minutes. No other substantive actions were taken. The next meeting was scheduled for September 9, 2026.

• Approved March 11, 2026 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider rezoning lands on Nicholas Drive from Agriculture to Multiple Family Residential. The body will also discuss issuing a Request for Statements of Qualification for affordable housing development on the same street.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-10: Rezoning lands on Nicholas Drive from Agriculture (A) to Multiple Family Residential (R-3)
• Request for Statements of Qualification for an Affordable Multiple Family Housing Development on Nicholas Drive
• Special Event Application: Menomonie Pickleball Club tournaments at Wakanda Pickleball Courts (July 30, Aug 13, Aug 20)
• Special Event Application: St. Joseph Catholic Parish Fall Festival on Wilson Avenue (Sept 20)
• Proposed legal action regarding a public nuisance at 723 Ballentine Road

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and discuss rezoning lands on Nicholas Drive from Agriculture to Multiple Family Residential. The body will also consider issuing a request for qualifications for an affordable housing development at that location.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-10: Rezoning lands along Nicholas Drive from Agriculture (A) to Multiple Family Residential (R-3)
• Request for Statements of Qualification for affordable housing on Nicholas Drive
• Special Event Applications for Menomonie Pickleball Club, St. Joseph Catholic Parish, and Stepping Stones of Dunn County
• Action on a summons and complaint regarding a public nuisance at 723 Ballentine Road

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will discuss and possibly act on Proposed Ordinance 2026-10, which would rezone lands along Nicholas Drive from Agriculture (A) District to Multiple Family Residential (R-3) District. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving minutes from the May 26 meeting, a public‑comments period, a building‑permit update (discussion only), and setting the next meeting date (discussion only).

• Consider Proposed Ordinance 2026-10 to rezone Nicholas Drive lands from Agriculture to Multiple Family Residential (R-3) – discussion and possible action
• Approve minutes of the May 26, 2026 Plan Commission meeting
• Public comments limited to agenda items only
• Building permit update – discussion only (no action)
• Next meeting date set for Monday, July 27, 2026 – discussion only

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will discuss and possibly act on Proposed Ordinance 2026-10, which would rezone specific parcels along Nicholas Drive from Agriculture (A) to Multiple Family Residential (R-3). The meeting also includes a discussion of a building permit update and a discussion of the next meeting date. No formal actions are scheduled for the permit update or meeting date items.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-10: rezoning lands on Nicholas Drive from Agriculture (A) to Multiple Family Residential (R-3)
• Building Permit Update – discussion only (no action)
• Next meeting date set for July 27, 2026 – discussion only (no action)

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board will meet to discuss a Trillion Trees Planting Pledge and plan a July field trip. The board will also receive updates on the UW-Stout Campus Exterior Development Committee.

• UW-Stout Campus Exterior Development Committee update
• Trillion Trees Planting Pledge discussion
• July Field Trip planning
• Urban Forestry Board Welcome Packet discussion

The board approved the May 20 minutes. It accepted editorial changes to the Urban Forestry Welcome Packet and authorized posting the final packet to the city website. A motion for a July 15 field trip to study urban‑forestry practices passed unanimously. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 20, 2026 minutes (motion passed)
• Accepted Welcome Packet editorial changes and authorized posting to website (motion passed)
• Approved July 15 field trip to Phelan Park and other sites (unanimous vote)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Parking Utility

The Menomonie Parking Utility meeting will discuss three topics. First, a follow‑up on parking permit sales to UW Stout students. Second, the possible creation of no‑parking areas for the upcoming election. Third, the potential ending of support for the IPS parking meter kiosk in 2028. No formal actions are scheduled for this meeting.

• Discussion of parking permit sales to UW Stout students (follow‑up)
• Discussion of designating no‑parking areas for the election (possible action)
• Discussion of ending support for the IPS parking meter kiosk in 2028 (possible action)

Parking Utility

The Menomonie Parking Utility approved the February 17, 2026 meeting minutes. It authorized summer free parking from May 25 to August 27, 2026. The commission also approved allowing UW‑Stout dormitory students to purchase overnight parking permits. Additional discussion covered no‑parking areas for the upcoming election and the upcoming obsolescence of IPS parking kiosks in 2028.

• Approved February 17, 2026 meeting minutes
• Approved summer free parking May 25 – August 27, 2026
• Authorized UW‑Stout dorm students to buy overnight permits
• Discussed no‑parking areas for the election
• Discussed IPS parking kiosk support ending in 2028 and replacement options

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will consider several items, including a request by the Water Department to purchase a pickup truck. They will also discuss the Fire Department’s FEMA FY2025 grant application and a proposed resolution on the Sewer Utility 2025 compliance report. Additional topics include two special event requests, a sewer utility budget transfer, and a Class B combination liquor license application for Foos Wine, LLC.

• Water Department request to purchase a pickup truck
• Fire Department FEMA FY2025 Assistance to Firefighters grant application
• Proposed Resolution 2026-18 on Sewer Utility 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report
• Special Event Request – Art Market on 2nd Street East, June 25‑27, 2026
• Application for Class B Combination License (beer and liquor) from Foos Wine, LLC, 332 Main Street East

The Menomonie City Council unanimously approved the purchase of a 2026 Ford F‑150 for the Water Utility at $42,795 and authorized the Fire Department to apply for the FY2025 FEMA AFG Program with a $38,000 local match. It also approved the Sewer Utility compliance report, two special‑event requests, an intrafund transfer, and a Class B beer and liquor license for Foos Wine. All actions were contingent on required insurance where noted.

• Approved minutes of the June 1, 2026 City Council meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Water Utility purchase of a 2026 Ford F‑150 from Northtown Ford for $42,795 (unanimous)
• Approved Fire Department application for FY2025 FEMA AFG Program with $38,000 local match (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-18 Sewer Utility 2025 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report (unanimous)
• Approved Downtown Menomonie Art Market special event for June 25‑27, 2026, pending proof of insurance (unanimous)
• Approved Menomonie Alliance Church Praise in the Park event for September 12, 2026, pending proof of insurance (unanimous)
• Approved Intrafund Transfer within the Sewer Utility as presented (unanimous)
• Approved issuance of a Class B Combination Beer and Liquor License for Foos Wine at 332 Main Street East (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will be present at the Neighborhood Summit in Knappa Valley on June 14, 2026. The meeting is a Badke notice and no formal action will be taken. Council members will discuss data center regulations.

• Attendance at Neighborhood Summit – June 14, 2026, Knappa Valley (E681 751st Avenue, Knapp, WI)
• Discussion of data center regulations

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will travel to the Eau Claire Event Center to attend the "Uniting West Wisconsin" event. The meeting is called under open‑meeting law but the council will not take any formal action. Discussion topics will include data center regulations. The notice fulfills statutory requirements for a council meeting.

• Attendance at "Uniting West Wisconsin" event at 5633 20th Ave, Eau Claire, WI
• Discussion of data center regulations (no formal action planned)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for exterior repairs and renovations at 230 Main Street East. The body will also discuss the selection of a new chairperson.

• Certificate of Appropriateness for facade renovation, window replacement, and brick/mortar repair at 230 Main Street East (LumberJax BakeHouse and Café)
• Selection of a new Chairperson

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to select a new chairperson, approve minutes from May 11, and discuss a certificate of appropriateness for a Main Street East renovation project.

• Selection of new Chairperson
• Approval of May 11, 2026 minutes
• Certificate of Appropriateness for LumberJax BakeHouse and Café
• 230 Main Street East renovation project
• Confirmation of next meeting date

City Council

The City Council will discuss funding a cost share for emergency radio infrastructure and a potential rezoning of city-owned land. The body will also review emergency service agreements and a special event request for UW-Stout move-in.

• FY2026 Daily Use Radio Grant cost share of $114,652.96
• Proposed Ordinance 2026-10 to rezone Nicholas Drive from Agriculture (A) to Multiple Family Residential (R-3)
• 2026-2028 Urban Search and Rescue Emergency Response Services agreement
• UW-Stout Residence Hall Move-In special event request (August 22-30, 2026)
• Sale of 1995 Princecraft boat and motor

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss a proposed ordinance to rezone land along Nicholas Drive, a radio grant program, and an updated ambulance purchase agreement. The body will also consider a surplus equipment sale and a special event request from UW-Stout.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-10: rezoning Nicholas Drive from Agriculture to Multiple Family Residential (R-3)
• FY2026 Daily Use Radio Grant Program – discussion and possible action
• Updated Agreement for Ambulance Purchase – discussion and possible action
• Sale/Disposal of Surplus Equipment: Fire Department 1995 Princecraft Boat and Motor
• Special Event Request from UW-Stout for Residence Hall Move-In (Aug 22-30, 2026)

The Menomonie City Council unanimously approved the FY2026 Daily Use Radio Grant Program award and authorized $114,652.96 from the Contingency Fund to meet the match requirement. It also approved several service agreements, referred a rezoning proposal to the Plan Commission, and authorized various sales, disposals, and license actions.

• Approved FY2026 Daily Use Radio Grant Program award and $114,652.96 contingency fund expenditure (unanimous)
• Approved 2026‑2028 Urban Search and Rescue Emergency Response Services agreement (unanimous)
• Approved updated ambulance purchase agreement (unanimous)
• Referred Proposed Ordinance 2026‑10 rezoning Nicholas Drive to Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Approved UW‑Stout Residence Hall Move‑In special event (unanimous)
• Approved sale of 1995 Princecraft boat and motor on Wisconsin Surplus Website (unanimous)
• Approved disposal of Community Services Department equipment and materials (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $35,229.50 claims to Dunn County Treasurer and Halverson Bros Inc. (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will discuss possible approval of Certified Survey Maps for two development proposals: Collective Investments, LLC’s map for North Broadway Street and Kwik Trip, Inc.’s map for Oak Avenue West. The meeting also includes a discussion-only introduction of new commission members and a reminder about open‑meeting requirements. No formal actions are required on the introductions or reminder.

• Consider approval of Collective Investments, LLC’s Certified Survey Map on North Broadway Street (discussion/action)
• Consider contingent approval of Kwik Trip, Inc.’s Certified Survey Map on Oak Avenue West (discussion/action)
• Introduction of new commission members (discussion only)
• Reminder regarding open meetings (discussion only)

Plan Commission

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review several updates, including a bike club event at Wakanda Elementary, TAP grant applications for Oaklawn and River Heights elementary schools, and the 2026 Menomin Meander event. The committee will also discuss a vacancy and may set the date and time for its next meeting. No formal actions are scheduled except possibly confirming the next meeting date.

• Update on Wakanda Elementary Bike Club Event – discussion only
• Update on Oaklawn Elementary and River Heights Elementary TAP Grant Application – discussion only
• Discussion of the 2026 Menomin Meander Event – discussion only
• Discussion of Committee Vacancy – discussion only
• Set Next Meeting Date/Time – discussion and possible action

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will review updates on school-related bike and pedestrian initiatives. The body is discussing a tentative construction funding selection for TAP grant applications and a committee vacancy.

• TAP Grant Application for Oaklawn Elementary and River Heights Elementary tentatively selected for construction funding
• Update on Wakanda Elementary Bike Club Event
• Discussion of 2026 Menomin Meander Event
• Discussion of committee vacancy following the resignation of Kate Hearth

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board will recap the Arbor Day event and the 2026 Field Day for tree planting. It will receive an update from the UW‑Stout Campus Exterior Development Committee and discuss the board’s welcome packet. New business includes consideration of the UW‑Stout Wood Toys Project, and the board will review parking lot items. Reports from the Urban Forester and City Council will also be presented.

• Arbor Day Event – Recap
• 2026 Field Day for Tree Planting – Recap
• UW‑Stout Campus Exterior Development Committee – Update
• Urban Forestry Board Welcome Packet – Discussion
• UW‑Stout Wood Toys Project – New Business

The Urban Forestry Board approved the April 15, 2026 meeting minutes. The board added a tour of city forested areas to the June agenda and assigned tasks for a welcome packet and a draft list of tour locations. No other formal votes were taken.

• Approved April 15, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
• Added forest tour to June 17, 2026 agenda
• Barb Hauck to draft ideas for a welcome packet
• Keith Gilland to draft list of locations for the forest tour

Joint Town/City Planning Group

The Joint Town/City Planning Group will meet to discuss the Urban Sewer Service Area Plan Update, the 2026 Clean Sweep, and the City/Town Development Map. The meeting will also cover a County Comprehensive Plan Update and project updates.

• Urban Sewer Service Area Plan Update - discussion
• 2026 Clean Sweep - discussion
• City/Town Development Map - discussion
• County Comprehensive Plan Update - discussion
• Project Updates - discussion

The committee approved the February 17, 2026 meeting minutes. No other formal actions or votes were recorded; the meeting consisted of project updates and informational reports. The meeting was adjourned at 4:31 p.m.

• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially approve a contract for well inspections and a cooperative agreement with WisDNR for fishing piers. The body will also consider a street closure request for the Dunn County Fair and two mayoral commission appointments.

• Proposal from AET for Well #9 Special Inspections at a cost of $27,866
• Cooperative Agreement with WisDNR for fishing piers on the Red Cedar River northeast of the STH 29 Bridge
• Closure of 17th Street East from Main Street East to 5th Avenue East for the Dunn County Fair (July 20-27, 2026)
• Mayoral appointment of Ann Vogl to the Plan Commission through April 2029
• Mayoral appointment of Julie Holger to the Tourism Commission through April 2027

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially act on a cooperative agreement with WisDNR and a street closure request for the Dunn County Fair. The meeting also includes mayoral appointments to the Plan and Tourism Commissions.

• Cooperative Agreement with WisDNR for fishing piers on the Red Cedar River northeast of the STH 29 Bridge
• Closure of 17th Street East from Main Street East to 5th Avenue East for the Dunn County Fair (July 20-27, 2026)
• Proposal for Well #9 Special Inspections
• Mayoral appointment of Ann Vogl to the Plan Commission
• Mayoral appointment of Julie Holger to the Tourism Commission

The council unanimously approved a cooperative agreement with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources for constructing and maintaining fishing piers on the Red Cedar River. It also approved a $27,866 contract for Well #9 special inspections and a street closure for the Dunn County Fair. Several mayoral appointments to commissions and routine license renewals were confirmed, and routine claims were paid.

• Authorized mayor to sign cooperative agreement with WisDNR for fishing piers (unanimous)
• Approved AET proposal for Well #9 special inspections at $27,866 (unanimous)
• Approved closure of 17th Street East July 20‑27 for Dunn County Fair (unanimous)
• Confirmed Ann Vogl appointment to Plan Commission through April 2029 (unanimous)
• Confirmed Julie Holger appointment to Tourism Commission through April 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved payment of $262.22 US Postal Service claim and $3,440.05 other claims (unanimous)
• Approved license renewals for 2026‑2027 for multiple vendors (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of May 4, 2026 meeting (unanimous)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will meet to discuss a special event request for runway speed runs. The body will also review the Airport Manager's report and minutes from the March 18, 2026 meeting.

• Special event request for runway speed runs

The commission approved the March 18, 2026 minutes as distributed. The members accepted a suggestion to tentatively schedule the next two meetings for June 17, 2026 and July 15, 2026. Proposals for runway speed runs and comments on fuel price increases were discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved March 18, 2026 minutes as distributed (no vote recorded)
• Tentatively scheduled meetings for June 17, 2026 and July 15, 2026 (no objections)
• No action on runway speed run proposal
• No action on fuel price discussion

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss a request to allow cars to drive on the runway for leisure. City staff recommends denying the request because no specific dates or times were provided.

• Special Event Request for Runway Speed Runs on unspecified dates

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and possibly approve a revised Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural on the west wall of Hygge Properties and Fiber Lab at 616 3rd Street East and 301 Main Street East. It will also consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for six window signs and one wall sign at Fiber Lab, 305 Main Street East, Suite A. A draft guide book for future certificate applications will be reviewed for discussion only.

• Revised Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural on the west wall at Hygge Properties and Fiber Lab (616 3rd St E & 301 Main St E)
• Certificate of Appropriateness for six window signs and one wall sign at Fiber Lab (305 Main St E, Suite A)
• Review of updated draft Guide Book for Applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness (discussion only)

The Historic Preservation Commission appointed David Schofield as Chairperson Pro Tempore. It approved the revised certificate of appropriateness for a mural on the west wall of 616 3rd Street East and 301 Main Street East, and approved a certificate of appropriateness for six window signs and one wall sign at 305 Main Street East. The commission also approved the April 13, 2026 minutes and scheduled the next meeting for June 8, 2026.

• Appointed David Schofield as Chairperson Pro Tempore (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved revised certificate of appropriateness for mural at 616 3rd St E / 301 Main St E (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved certificate of appropriateness for six window signs and one wall sign at 305 Main St E (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes of the April 13, 2026 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Scheduled next regular meeting for Monday June 8, 2026 at 5:00 pm (unanimous voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will consider two Certificate of Appropriateness applications from TWD Enterprise, LLC for a mural and signage. The body will also select a new chairperson and discuss an updated application guidebook.

• Revised application for a mural and painting of the west wall at 616 3rd Street East and 301 Main Street East
• Application for six window signs and one wall sign at Fiber Lab (305 Main Street East, Suite A)
• Selection of a new Commission Chairperson
• Discussion of the updated draft Guide Book for Applications for a Certificate of Appropriateness
• Potential special meeting May 27 or 28 regarding 230 Main Street East

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will consider amending sewer codes, solid waste collection rules, and speed limits on several roads. The body will also vote on a Fire Department UTV purchase and confirm board appointments.

• Proposed speed limit changes on South Broadway Street, CTH B, 650th Avenue, and 690th Avenue
• Proposed solid waste collection ordinance and license fee resolution
• Proposed ordinance to amend sewer codes and discharge limits
• Fire Department request to purchase a UTV for $63,256.13
• Confirmation of board and commission appointments

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss several proposed ordinances and resolutions, including changes to building sewer responsibilities and new PFAS discharge limits. They will also consider updates to solid waste collection rules, curbside recycling reimbursement rates, and speed limit adjustments on several streets. Additional items include a lease extension for City Hall office space, a fire department vehicle purchase request, and mayoral appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Ordinance 2026-07: amend city code on building sewer operation, Mercury limit, and PFAS discharge limits
• Ordinance 2026-08: repeal and recreate solid waste collection chapter
• Resolution 2026-16: set solid waste collection license fees
• Resolution 2026-17: set reimbursement rate for residential curbside recycling
• Lease extension with United Way of the St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys for City Hall office space to April 30, 2027

The council adopted Ordinance 2026-07 to clarify building sewer responsibilities and set mercury, PFOA and PFOS discharge limits. It also adopted Ordinance 2026-08 revising solid waste collection rules and Ordinance 2026-09 changing speed limits on several streets. Additional actions included approving a fire department UTV purchase, a one‑year lease extension with United Way, and the revised TID 15 budget transfer.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-07 amending city code on building sewers and discharge limits (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-08 repealing and recreating solid waste collection provisions (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 2026-09 amending speed limits on South Broadway St, CTH B, 650th Ave, 690th Ave (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Fire Department purchase of a UTV for $63,256.13 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved one‑year lease extension with United Way of the St. Croix and Red Cedar Valleys for City Hall office space to April 30, 2027 (unanimous)
• Approved revised TID 15 budget transfer as presented (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-16 setting solid waste collection license fees (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-17 setting reimbursement rate for residential curbside recycling (unanimous)

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss the Bicycle Friendly Community Application and sidewalk plans for the Oak Avenue and Heller Road (TID #14) project. The body may authorize staff to finalize the community application. Members will also discuss providing assistance to the Wakanda Elementary Bike Club Event.

• Review of sidewalk plans for Oak Avenue and Heller Road (TID #14) project
• Authorization for staff to finalize and submit Bicycle Friendly Community Application
• Discussion of assistance for Wakanda Elementary Bike Club Event
• Discussion of Section G of the Bicycle Friendly Community Application

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Menomonie Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will consider appointing a Chairperson Pro Tem, approving the March 30, 2026 meeting minutes, and authorizing city staff to finalize and submit the 2026 Bicycle Friendly Community Application. The committee will also review preliminary sidewalk plans for Oak Avenue and Heller Road (funded by TID #14) and set the date for the next meeting.

• Appoint Randy Eide as Chairperson Pro Tem (simple majority)
• Approve March 30, 2026 meeting minutes (simple majority)
• Authorize City Staff to finalize and submit the 2026 Bicycle Friendly Community Application (simple majority)
• Recommend approval of sidewalk plans for Oak Avenue and Heller Road (TID #14) (simple majority)
• Set next meeting date (July 27, 2026 or May 26, 2026) (simple majority)

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board and City Council will gather at Phelan Park to discuss planting trees, selecting tree species, and protecting the trees. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion only.

• Tree planting activity at Phelan Park (1200 21st Ave East)
• Discussion of tree species to be planted
• Discussion of tree protection measures

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board and City Council will be present at the Menomonie Public Library for an Arbor Day Celebration. No formal action will be taken during this event.

• Arbor Day Celebration at Menomonie Public Library (600 Wolske Bay Rd)

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board and City Council will meet at Phelan Park to plant trees. The group will discuss tree planting, tree species, and tree protection. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Tree planting at Phelan Park (1200 21st Ave East)

City Council

The City Council will hold an organizational meeting to elect a Council President and appoint representatives to various city boards and commissions. The body will also discuss the appointment of city officials and the designation of an official newspaper.

• Election of Council President
• Appointments to boards including Plan Commission, Board of Review, and Library Board
• Appointment of City Attorneys
• Appointment of Weed Commissioner and Health Officer
• Designation of Official Newspaper

The council unanimously elected Gentz as Council President. It also confirmed a series of unanimous appointments of council members to the Plan Commission, Board of Review, and many other boards and commissions. Additional unanimous motions confirmed the municipal and prosecuting attorneys, the Weed Commissioner, the Health Officer, and designated the Colfax Messenger as the city’s official newspaper.

• Elected Gentz as Council President (unanimous)
• Appointed Gentz and Luther as council representatives to the Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Schlough and Sommerfeld as council representatives to the Board of Review (unanimous)
• Confirmed Weld Riley SC as municipal attorney and Doar, Drill & Skow as prosecuting attorneys (unanimous)
• Confirmed Megen Hines as Weed Commissioner (unanimous)
• Confirmed Eric Atkinson as Health Officer (unanimous)
• Designated the Colfax Messenger as the official newspaper (unanimous)
• Appointed council members as representatives to multiple commissions and boards (unanimous)

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board and City Council will meet at Phelan Park to plant trees. The group will discuss tree planting, species, and protection. No formal action will be taken during this meeting.

• Tree planting at Phelan Park (1200 21st Ave East)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to conduct interviews for the Fire Department. The body may also enter a closed session to discuss employee compensation, performance, or promotion.

• Interviews for Fire Department

Parking Utility

The Menomonie Parking Utility Commission will discuss three items: selling parking permits to UW‑Stout students, offering free summer parking from May 25 to August 27, 2026, and the upcoming end of support for IPS parking‑meter kiosks in 2028. No formal actions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and possible future action. The agenda notes that the Common Council may attend to gather information but will not take formal action at this meeting.

• Parking permit sales to UW Stout students – discussion and possible action
• Summer free parking May 25 – August 27, 2026 – discussion and possible action
• IPS parking meter kiosk support ending in 2028 – discussion and possible action
• Use of 12 parking stalls for the Murals In Menomonie event June 24‑28, 2026 – motion approved
• Increase of available parking permits from 82 to 119 – information provided

Parking Utility

The Menomonie Parking Utility meeting on April 21, 2026 will discuss three topics: selling parking permits to UW‑Stout students, offering free parking from May 25 to August 27, 2026, and ending support for the IPS parking‑meter kiosk in 2028. The meeting is informational for the Common Council and no formal actions are scheduled. The agenda includes roll call, approval of prior minutes, and any other business before adjournment.

• Parking Permit Sales to UW Stout Students – discussion and possible action
• Summer Free Parking May 25 – August 27, 2026 – discussion and possible action
• IPS Parking Meter Kiosk Support Ending in 2028 – discussion and possible action

The Parking Utility Commission approved a motion allowing UW‑Stout students living in dormitories to purchase overnight parking permits, pending proof of residency. The commission also approved free summer parking from May 25 to August 27, 2026. No vote tallies were recorded beyond the motions passing.

• Authorized overnight permits for UW‑Stout dorm students (motion passed)
• Approved free summer parking May 25–Aug 27, 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved February 17, 2026 minutes (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

City Council

The City Council will meet to elect a Council President and appoint representatives to various city boards and commissions. The body will also discuss the appointment of city attorneys, the health officer, and the weed commissioner.

• Election of Council President
• Appointments to boards including Plan Commission, Library Board, and Historic Preservation Commission
• Appointment of City Attorneys
• Appointment of Health Officer and Weed Commissioner
• Designation of Official Newspaper

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will convene on April 21, 2026 at 6:00 pm in the Council Chambers at 800 Wilson Avenue for a welcome party. Under Wisconsin open‑meeting law this gathering is considered a meeting, but the council will not take any formal action. The notice cites Badke v. Greendale Village Board as the legal basis.

• Welcome party for council members (no decisions or votes)
• Meeting notice required by Wis. Stat. 19.84(2) and (3)

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will meet on Monday, April 20, 2026 at 10:30 am in the Council Chambers at 800 Wilson Avenue. The meeting is called under Wis. Stat. 19.84(2) & (3) as a Badke notice and is for a retirement party. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Retirement party for a council member (no formal action taken)

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including an offer to purchase property on Packer Drive and a tax increment district development agreement with Stainless Technologies. It will consider resolutions to proclaim Arbor Day and Migratory Bird Day, authorize up to $4,390,211 in water system revenue bonds, and approve match‑fund guarantees for a Community Development Block Grant well project. Additional items include a lease amendment with Verizon, a concession agreement for Wakanda Water Park, special event permits for pickleball leagues, and an $8,000 budget transfer for the Building Inspection Department.

• Offer to Purchase property on Packer Drive from Stainless Technologies Limited Liability Company
• Tax Increment District Development Agreement for a manufacturing facility on Packer Drive with Stainless Technologies
• Resolution authorizing issuance and sale of up to $4,390,211 Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A
• Amendment #2 to Water Tower Equipment Location Lease with Verizon Wireless
• 2026‑2028 Wakanda Water Park Concession Agreement with Rochelle Kroening d/b/a Wakanda Waterpark Concessions

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss several items, including an offer to purchase property on Packer Drive from Stainless Technologies Limited Liability Company and a Tax Increment District Development Agreement for a manufacturing facility on the same site. Resolutions will be considered to recognize Arbor Day and Migratory Bird Day, to issue up to $4,390,211 in water system revenue bonds, and to guarantee and authorize match funds for the Well #9 Phase II Community Development Block Grant project. The agenda also includes a lease amendment with Verizon Wireless, a water‑park concession agreement, and multiple pickleball event permits.

• Consider Offer To Purchase property on Packer Drive from Stainless Technologies Limited Liability Company
• Consider Tax Increment District Development Agreement with Stainless Technologies for a manufacturing facility on Packer Drive
• Proposed Resolution 2026‑12 authorizing issuance and sale of up to $4,390,211 Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A
• Consider Amendment #2 to Water Tower Equipment Location Lease with Verizon Wireless
• Consider 2026‑2028 Wakanda Water Park Concession Agreement with Rochelle Kroening d/b/a Wakanda Waterpark Concessions

The Menomonie City Council unanimously approved the purchase offer and Tax Increment District Development Agreement with Stainless Technologies LLC. It also authorized the issuance and sale of up to $4,390,211 in Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A, and adopted several resolutions for Arbor Day, International Migratory Bird Day, and community‑development grant actions. Additional approvals included special event permits for pickleball leagues and a concession agreement for Wakanda Water Park.

• Approved purchase offer from Stainless Technologies LLC (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Tax Increment District Development Agreement with Stainless Technologies LLC (unanimous roll call)
• Authorized issuance and sale of up to $4,390,211 Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2026A (unanimous roll call)
• Guaranteed match funds for 2026 Community Development Block Grant for Well #9 Phase II (unanimous roll call)
• Authorized submission of Community Development Block Grant application for Well #9 Phase II (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 to Water Tower Equipment Location Lease with Verizon Wireless (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Wakanda Water Park 2026‑2028 concession agreement with Rochelle Kroening (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved special event permits for Menomonie Pickleball Club and Court Cougars (unanimous voice votes)

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board will discuss and potentially take action on planning for the Arbor Day event and the 2026 Field Day for tree planting. The board will also review the Memorial Tree Program donation procedure and the creation of a welcome packet.

• Arbor Day Event Planning
• 2026 Field Day for Tree Planting
• Memorial Tree Program Donation Procedure
• UW-Stout Campus Exterior Development Committee update
• Creation of Urban Forestry Board welcome packet

The board approved corrections to the March 18, 2026 meeting minutes. It also approved the City of Menomonie Public Library as the venue for the 2026 Arbor Day event. Discussion of the Memorial Tree Program donation procedure was tabled for the next meeting. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved corrections to March 18, 2026 minutes (motion by Cummings, seconded by Herrmann)
• Approved City of Menomonie Public Library as Arbor Day event location
• Tabled Memorial Tree Program donation procedure discussion for next meeting
• Motion to adjourn passed (motion by Herrmann, seconded by Hauck)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Menomonie Historic Preservation Commission approved Certificates of Appropriateness for three murals located at 616 3rd Street East, 400 Main Street East, and 438 Main Street East. The commission also discussed adopting sign color palettes for the historic district, directing staff to prepare a list of excluded fluorescent colors, but took no final action on the resolution. The meeting concluded with scheduling the next session for May 11, 2026.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural on the west wall of TWD Enterprise, LLC at 616 3rd Street East
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural on the west wall of Lake Line Properties, LLC at 400 Main Street East
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural on the east wall of Holden Smith Properties, LLC at 438 Main Street East
• Discussed sign color palettes for the historic district; staff to draft a list of excluded fluorescent colors (Resolution HP2026-01) with no action taken

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss possible sign color palettes and consider a Certificate of Appropriateness for modifications to the north face of 332 Main Street East submitted by Foos Wine, LLC. It will also approve the minutes from the March 9, 2026 meeting and set the next meeting date.

• Discussion of sign color palettes – possible action
• Certificate of Appropriateness application from Foos Wine, LLC for north‑face modifications at 332 Main Street East
• Approval of minutes for the March 9, 2026 meeting
• Confirmation of next meeting date – May 11, 2026

The Historic Preservation Commission unanimously approved Resolution HP 2026-01, establishing approved sign color palettes for the district. The commission also unanimously approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for Foos Wine, LLC at 332 Main Street East, conditional on specific paint, awning, and signage changes. The meeting was adjourned at 5:54 pm.

• Approved sign color palettes (Resolution HP 2026-01) – unanimous voice vote
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for Foos Wine, 332 Main St. East with specified changes – unanimous voice vote

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review a summary of written public input regarding the Data Center (I-4) District. This item is for discussion only and no action will be taken.

• Discussion of written public input regarding Data Center (I-4) District

The council did not act on the summary of written public input regarding the Data Center (I-4) District. Public comments were heard supporting a community resolution on data‑center provisions. The meeting was then adjourned after a motion carried unanimously.

• No action taken on summary of written public input regarding Data Center (I-4) District
• Motion to adjourn carried unanimously (motion by Gentz, seconded by Pickard)

City Council

The City Council will review a summary of written public input regarding zoning updates for the Data Center (I-4) District. This is a discussion-only item with no action to be taken during the meeting.

• Discussion of 19 pages of public responses regarding Data Center (I-4) District zoning updates

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on Proposed Ordinance 2026-07, which would amend Title 8, Chapter 2 of the City Code to clarify building sewer responsibilities, adjust mercury discharge limits, and set PFOA and PFOS limits; the hearing is for discussion only, with no action. The council will also discuss several new‑business items, including awarding a new mower contract, a City Hall office remodel contract, an engineering task order for the Wilson Street Bridge watermain removal project, and accepting UW‑Stout’s proposed utility easement for the Recreation Center expansion. Additional agenda items cover special event requests, mayoral appointments to various boards and commissions, budget transfers, and routine license approvals.

• Public Hearing on Proposed Ordinance 2026-07 (sewer responsibility, mercury, PFOA/PFOS limits)
• Consider award of new mower bid
• Consider award of City Hall Office remodel
• Consider engineering task order for Wilson Street Bridge watermain removal project
• Consider acceptance of UW‑Stout utility easement for Recreation Center Expansion

The council approved the Wilson Street Bridge Water Main Removal Project Engineering Task Order with Cedar Corporation for $23,500. It also approved the purchase of a John Deere 1550 mower for $25,492.52, rejected all bids for the City Hall office remodel, and approved several special events and budget items. Additional actions included accepting utility easements for the Recreation Center Expansion and approving payment of various claims.

• Approved purchase of John Deere 1550 mower for $25,492.52 (unanimous)
• Rejected all bids for City Hall office remodel (unanimous)
• Approved Wilson Street Bridge Water Main Removal Project Engineering Task Order with Cedar Corporation for $23,500 (unanimous)
• Accepted UW‑Stout’s dedication of utility easements for the Recreation Center Expansion (Schlough abstained)
• Approved Stout Catholic’s Praise & Worship Night Special Event on April 24, 2026 at Wilson Park (unanimous)
• Approved West Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board’s July 4, 2026 Special Event in Wakanda Park, pending proof of insurance (unanimous)
• Approved budget transfer as presented (unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims totaling $19,291.59 (unanimous)

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss and possibly act on several contract awards, including a $25,492 purchase of a John Deere mower, a $7,687 City Hall office remodel, and a $23,500 engineering task order for the Wilson Street Bridge water main removal. The council will also consider accepting UW‑Stout’s utility easement for the Recreation Center expansion and approve a $14,500 budget transfer for the water main project. In addition, the council will review special event requests, mayoral appointments, and hold a public hearing on Proposed Ordinance 2026‑07 (discussion only).

• Approve purchase of John Deere 1550 Mower for $25,492.52
• Award City Hall Office Remodel bid to Royal Construction for $7,687
• Approve Wilson Street Bridge Water Main Removal engineering task order with Cedar Corporation for $23,500
• Accept UW‑Stout utility easement for Recreation Center Expansion
• Approve $14,500 intrafund budget transfer for Wilson Street Bridge water main project

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will discuss and possibly vote on three proposals: approval of Dunn County’s Certified Survey Map at Service Road and Hoffman Street, approval of Kwik Trip’s Certified Survey Map on 3M Drive, and a recommendation to accept UW‑Stout’s utility easement adjacent to the Recreation Center expansion. The commission will also discuss confirming the date of the next meeting on April 27, 2026, with no action required.

• Approve Dunn County’s proposed Certified Survey Map at Service Road & Hoffman Street
• Approve Kwik Trip’s proposed Certified Survey Map on 3M Drive
• Recommend acceptance of UW‑Stout’s proposed Utility Easement near the Recreation Center Expansion
• Discuss confirmation of next meeting date (April 27, 2026) – discussion only

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider approving two proposed Certified Survey Maps for Dunn County and Kwik Trip. The body will also discuss a utility easement for the UW-Stout Recreation Center Expansion Project and confirm the date for the next meeting.

• Approval of Dunn County’s proposed Certified Survey Map at Service Road and Hoffman Street
• Approval of Kwik Trip’s proposed Certified Survey Map on 3M Drive
• Recommendation regarding UW-Stout’s proposed Utility Easement adjacent to the Recreation Center Expansion Project
• Confirmation of the next meeting date for Monday, April 27, 2026

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss the Dunn County Bike Plan and review several sections of the 2026 Bicycle Friendly Community application. The body may also recommend a new member to fill a committee vacancy.

• Discussion of the Dunn County Bike Plan
• Review of Sections C, D, E, and F of the Bicycle Friendly Community Application
• Discussion of Section G of the Bicycle Friendly Community Application
• Possible recommendation for a new committee member to fill one vacancy

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board and City Council will meet at Phelan Park to view progress on a stream restoration project. No formal action is scheduled.

• Viewing stream restoration progress at Phelan Park (1200 21st Ave East)
• Discussion topics include invasive species removal and tree planting

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a Community Development Block Grant application for the Well #9 Project. Members will also consider several special event requests for Wilson Park and liquor license applications for Main Street businesses.

• Public hearing for CDBG-PF Program funding for the Well #9 Project
• Liquor license applications for The Gin Mill (228 Main Street East) and Foos Wine (332 Main Street)
• Special event requests for Murals In Menomonie, Music Over Menomin, and Ludington Guard Band concerts
• Mayoral appointment of Nolan Dowd to the Urban Forestry Board
• Consideration of Non-Profit Financial Assistance Grants

The council unanimously approved $50,000 in financial assistance grants for six local non‑profit organizations. It also unanimously approved three special event requests for murals, a music concert, and a series of Ludington Guard Band concerts. Additional unanimous actions included appointing a new Urban Forestry Board member, issuing two liquor licenses, and paying approved claims totaling $3,672.55.

• Approved $50,000 non-profit financial assistance grants (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Request for “Murals In Menomonie” (unanimous, contingent on insurance)
• Approved Special Event Request for “Music Over Menomin Concert” (unanimous)
• Approved Special Event Request for Ludington Guard Band Concerts (unanimous)
• Appointed Nolan Dowd to the Urban Forestry Board through Dec 2028 (unanimous)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Northland Group, Inc. (Gin Mill) (unanimous)
• Approved Class A liquor license for Foos Wine, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims totaling $3,672.55 (unanimous)

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing on the Well #9 Community Development Block Grant application, which is for discussion only. Council members may vote to award $50,000 in non‑profit financial assistance grants to six organizations and to approve the 2025 Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) annual report. Additional items include approval of special event requests for Murals In Menomonie, Music Over Menomin, and Ludington Guard Band concerts, appointment of Nolan Dowd to the Urban Forestry Board, and issuance of new liquor licenses for The Gin Mill and Foos Wine.

• Award $50,000 in non‑profit grants to Bridge to Hope, Inc., Dunn County Historical Society, Evergreen Cemetery Association, Ludington Guard Band Foundation, Menomonie Area Senior Center, and Stepping Stones of Dunn County
• Approve the 2025 MS4 Annual Report
• Approve Special Event Request for the Murals In Menomonie event (June 24‑28, 2026) in Wilson Park and surrounding streets
• Appoint Nolan Dowd to the Urban Forestry Board through December 2028
• Approve a Combination Class B liquor license for The Gin Mill (228 Main Street East) and a Class A liquor license for Foos Wine (332 Main Street East)

Airport Commission

Airport Commission

The commission unanimously directed city staff to issue a Letter of No Objection for the 133‑foot cell tower on 730th Avenue, contingent on adding obstruction lighting. It unanimously approved a lease of Parcel N to R&R Memorial, LLC, conditional on terminating the existing lease with Ross Nelson. The commission also unanimously terminated the Ross Nelson lease for Parcel N. Finally, the commission voted to hold a closed‑session meeting to discuss the Gibson Aviation Services, LLC performance review, then reconvened in open session and adjourned.

• Directed city staff to provide Letter of No Objection for 133‑ft cell tower on 730th Ave (contingent on obstruction lighting) – unanimous
• Approved Hangar Area Lease with R&R Memorial, LLC for Parcel N, contingent on lease termination – unanimous
• Approved termination of Hangar Area Lease with Ross Nelson for Parcel N (dated Jan 17 2020) – unanimous
• Moved to convene closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) for Gibson Aviation Services, LLC performance review – unanimous roll‑call vote
• Moved to reconvene in open session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(2) – unanimous
• Moved to adjourn the meeting – unanimous

Urban Forestry

The board approved the February 18, 2026 minutes and set the Arbor Day Celebration for April 24, 2026 at the Menomonie Public Library (with Riverside Park as backup). It agreed to meet at Phelan Park on March 27 to finalize tree‑planting plans and to print the approved tree‑care door‑hanger flyer. The board also voted unanimously to recommend Nolan Dowd for the open board position, sending the recommendation to City Council.

• Approved February 18, 2026 Urban Forestry Board minutes (motion carried)
• Set Arbor Day Celebration for Friday, April 24, 2026 at Menomonie Public Library (tentative)
• Agreed to meet at Phelan Park on March 27, 1:30‑2:30 PM to finalize tree‑planting site plans
• Accepted the new tree‑care door‑hanger draft and authorized printing
• Unanimously recommended Nolan Dowd for the vacant Urban Forestry Board seat (to City Council)
• Motion to adjourn was made and seconded (meeting adjourned)

Tourism Board

The Menomonie Tourism Commission will approve minutes from its December 3, 2025 meeting, receive a city report on quarterly room taxes, and discuss the Chamber's budget, monthly financial statements, and short‑term rental reports for 2026. The board will also set the date for its next meeting and address any other business items.

• Approve minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting
• Review city report on quarterly room taxes
• Discuss Chamber budget, monthly financial statements, and 2026 STR reports
• Set date for the next Tourism Commission meeting
• Consider any other business items

The Menomonie Tourism Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the December 3, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions were taken. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved December 3, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Ad-Hoc Committees

The Ad-Hoc Non-Profit Financial Assistance Committee will review applications and make a recommendation for the allocation of a $50,000 budget. The Common Council may attend to gather information but will not take formal action.

• Review Non-Profit Financial Assistance Applications
• Recommend allocation of $50,000 budget
• Common Council may attend to gather information

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss and potentially approve three Certificates of Appropriateness for murals. The body will also discuss and potentially take action on sign color palettes.

• Mural application for 616 3rd Street East (TWD Enterprise, LLC)
• Mural application for 400 Main Street East (Lake Line Properties, LLC)
• Mural application for 438 Main Street East (Holdensmith Properties, LLC)
• Discussion and possible action on sign color palettes

The commission approved Certificates of Appropriateness for murals at 616 3rd Street East, 400 Main Street East, and 438 Main Street East, each by voice vote with Kneeland abstaining. No action was taken on the proposed sign color palette, which will be revisited at the next meeting. The meeting minutes were approved unanimously and the session was adjourned by voice vote.

• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for mural at 616 3rd St E (voice vote, Kneeland abstained)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for mural at 400 Main St E (voice vote, Kneeland abstained)
• Approved Certificate of Appropriateness for mural at 438 Main St E (voice vote, Kneeland abstained)
• No action taken on sign color palette recommendation (item withdrawn)
• Minutes of February 9, 2026 meeting approved unanimously (voice vote)
• Meeting adjourned unanimously (voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission voted unanimously to adopt the Benjamin Moore, Pittsburgh Paints, and Mautz historic color palettes for building exteriors in the historic district. The commission also discussed separate sign color palettes from Nova Color, Ronan, and 1 Shot, with possible action pending. Three mural Certificate of Appropriateness applications – for 616 3rd Street East, 400 Main Street East, and 438 Main Street East – were presented for discussion and potential approval, with Commissioner Kneeland abstaining on each due to a conflict of interest.

• Approve Benjamin Moore, Pittsburgh Paints, and Mautz historic color palettes for building exteriors (unanimous voice vote).
• Discuss sign color palettes from Nova Color, Ronan, and 1 Shot; motion to approve pending future meeting.
• Consider Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural on the west wall of 616 3rd Street East (repaint with Benjamin Moore HC-190 and mural).
• Consider Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural on the west wall of 400 Main Street East (aluminum panel mural).
• Consider Certificate of Appropriateness for a mural on the east wall of 438 Main Street East (direct wall mural).

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a bid award for three police interceptor vehicles. They will also consider a resolution for Well #6 repair and an emergency declaration, and the creation of an ad‑hoc committee to review $50,000 in non‑profit grant applications. Additional topics include a sewer‑operation ordinance amendment and a residential anti‑displacement and relocation assistance plan.

• Resolution 2026-05: discussion of Well #6 repair emergency declaration
• Ad‑hoc Committee to review $50,000 non‑profit grant applications
• Award of bid for three new Police Department interceptor vehicles
• Ordinance 2026-07: amendment to City Code on building sewer operation and discharge limits (Mercury, PFOA, PFOS)
• Resolution 2026-09: approval of Residential Anti‑Displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan

The council approved several resolutions, including a well repair emergency declaration and new lawn irrigation restrictions. It created an ad hoc committee to allocate $50,000 in non‑profit grants and purchased three police interceptor vehicles. Additional resolutions adopted citizen participation, civil‑rights demonstration policies, and an anti‑displacement plan. A special event request was approved with conditions.

• Approved Resolution 2026-05, Well #6 Repair Emergency Declaration (unanimous)
• Created Ad Hoc Committee to review non‑profit grant applications and allocate $50,000 (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of three 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD vehicles for $130,541.16 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Resolution 2026-06, Alternate Side Lawn Irrigation Restrictions (unanimous, simple majority)
• Approved Resolution 2026-07, Citizen Participation Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-08, Policy on Non‑Violent Civil Rights Demonstrations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-09, Residential Anti‑Displacement and Relocation Assistance Plan for CDBG Projects (unanimous)
• Approved Abe Smith’s Special Event Request for “No Kings” event, contingent on portable toilets and insurance certificate (unanimous, Schlough opposed)

City Council

The City Council will discuss an emergency declaration for Well #6 repairs and the purchase of three police interceptor vehicles. The body is also considering a new ordinance for building sewer maintenance and discharge limits, as well as the allocation of a $50,000 non-profit grant budget.

• Purchase of three 2026 Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD vehicles for $130,541.16
• Proposed Ordinance 2026-07 regarding building sewer maintenance and PFOA/PFOS discharge limits
• Creation of an Ad-Hoc Committee to allocate a $50,000 Non-Profit Financial Assistance Grant budget
• Resolution 2026-05 regarding Well #6 Repair Emergency Declaration
• Special event request for 'No Kings' on March 28 in 6th Avenue (Broadway to Crescent) and Lot 6

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will review old business and new business items, including staffing updates. A closed session will be convened to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance‑evaluation data for public employees. The meeting will then adjourn.

• Staffing updates
• Consideration of old business
• Consideration of new business
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) for employee data
• Motion to reconvene in open session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(2)

The commission approved the minutes from the Jan. 21 meeting. It voted to hold a closed‑session meeting under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) and then to reconvene in open session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(2). The commission directed the chief to offer conditional employment to John DuBois and placed Robvon Jackson on an eligibility list for future consideration. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved Jan. 21, 2026 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved closed‑session meeting under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) (motion carried)
• Approved reconvening in open session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(2) (motion carried)
• Directed Chief to offer conditional employment to John DuBois (motion carried)
• Placed Robvon Jackson on eligibility list for future consideration (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Menomonie Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will meet to consider electing a new chairperson, approve the minutes from the January 26, 2026 meeting, and review sections of the Bicycle Friendly Community application. The committee will also introduce a new member, discuss items of concern, and set the date for the next meeting. No formal actions are scheduled beyond possible approval of minutes and the chair election.

• Election of a new chairperson – discussion and possible action
• Approval of minutes from the January 26, 2026 meeting – discussion and possible action
• Introduction of new committee member Randy Ei de – discussion only
• Discussion of Sections A, B, and C of the Bicycle Friendly Community Application – discussion only
• Set next meeting date/time – discussion and possible action

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee will consider appointing David Williams to replace the resigning chair. Members will also vote to approve the minutes from the January 26, 2026 meeting. The committee will discuss Sections A, B, and C of the 2026 Bicycle Friendly Community application. Finally, they will set the next meeting date for March 30, 2026.

• Appointment of David Williams as chairperson (discussion and possible action)
• Approval of January 26, 2026 meeting minutes (simple majority)
• Discussion of Section A of the Bicycle Friendly Community application
• Discussion of Section B, including photo requests and verification tasks
• Set next meeting for Monday, March 30, 2026 at 5:30 pm (simple majority)

Urban Forestry

The board will receive updates on the DNR grant project, the 2026 tree‑planting field day, and the UW‑Stout Campus Exterior Development Committee. Members will discuss a door‑hanger outreach tool, planning for the Arbor Day event, and the possibility of a board vacancy. No formal actions are listed beyond routine items such as roll call and minutes approval.

• Urban Forestry DNR Grant Project – update
• 2026 Field Day for Tree Planting – discussion
• UW‑Stout Campus Exterior Development Committee – update
• Tree Planting/Care Door Hanger – discussion
• Potential Urban Forestry Board Vacancy – new business

The Urban Forestry Board approved the minutes from the January 21, 2026 meeting. The board also decided to proceed with filling the vacant board seat. A motion to adjourn the meeting was made and carried.

• Approved January 21, 2026 Urban Forestry Board minutes (motion carried)
• Decided to proceed with filling the Urban Forestry Board vacancy (no vote recorded)
• Moved to adjourn the meeting (motion seconded and carried)

Joint Town/City Planning Group

The Joint Town/City Planning Group will meet on February 17, 2026 at City Hall. The board will discuss the 2026 Clean Sweep program, the 2026 Electronics Collection, an update to the Urban Sewer Service Area Plan, the City/Town Development Map, the County Comprehensive Plan Update, and various project updates. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• 2026 Clean Sweep – discussion
• 2026 Electronics Collection – discussion
• Urban Sewer Service Area Plan Update – discussion
• City/Town Development Map – discussion
• County Comprehensive Plan Update – discussion

The Joint Town/City Planning Committee approved the November 5, 2025 minutes. No other motions were decided; the board discussed upcoming clean‑sweep events, electronics collection, sewer service area planning, and various road and development projects. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 5, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Parking Utility

The Parking Utility meeting will approve the minutes from April 29, 2025, and discuss how proposed murals may affect special event parking. The meeting is informational for the Common Council, which will not take formal action. The agenda also includes any other business before adjournment.

• Roll Call
• Approval of Minutes – April 29, 2025
• Discussion of murals in Menomonie Special Event Parking Impacts
• Any Other Business
• Adjourn

The commission approved the November 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the use of 12 parking stalls for the Murals In Menomonie event scheduled for June 24‑28, 2026. Information about obsolete IPS parking kiosks and low permit sales was noted for discussion at the April meeting. The next meeting was set for April 21, 2026 at 9:15 a.m.

• Approved November 18, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved use of 12 parking stalls for Murals In Menomonie event (motion carried, Schoenborn abstained)
• Scheduled next meeting for April 21, 2026 at 9:15 a.m. (agreement reached)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a potential industrial development on Packer Drive involving a land sale and Tax Increment Financing. The body is also considering a new ordinance for mobile food vendor licenses and several special event requests. Presentations on economic development and housing are scheduled for discussion.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-06 regarding Outdoor Food Stand/Mobile Food Unit Vendor Licenses
• Proposed Land Sale and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) for industrial development on Packer Drive
• Resolution 2026-04 for Menomonie Farmers Market, Inc. events in Wilson Park, 7th Street East, and Wilson Avenue
• 2026-2028 MS4 Permitted Municipal Agreement with Rain to Rivers of Western Wisconsin, Inc.
• Special event requests for baseball and softball tournaments in Wakanda Park and on Game Park Road

The council waived the first and second readings and unanimously adopted Proposed Ordinance 2026-06, which repeals and recreates the Outdoor Food Stand/Mobile Food Unit Vendor License. It also unanimously approved the 2026‑2028 MS4 Permitted Municipal Agreement for Storm Water Education and Outreach Coordination. Several special event requests and temporary beverage licenses were approved, and Randy Eide was appointed to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee.

• Approved minutes of the February 2, 2026 meeting (unanimous)
• Appointed Chad Schlough as Ward #9 Alderperson (Mayor broke 5‑5 tie)
• Adopted Proposed Ordinance 2026-06 (unanimous)
• Approved 2026‑2028 MS4 Storm Water Education Agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 2026-04 for Menomonie Farmers Market special events (unanimous)
• Approved Menomonie Baseball Association special event requests for multiple dates (unanimous)
• Appointed Randy Eide to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Approved payment of claims totaling $5,844.85 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a potential industrial development on Packer Drive, including land sale price and tax increment financing. The body will also consider an appointment for the Ward #9 Alderperson and a new ordinance for mobile food vendor licenses.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-06: Repealing and recreating Outdoor Food Stand/Mobile Food Unit Vendor License
• 2026-2028 MS4 Permitted Municipal Agreement for Storm Water Education and Outreach Coordination by Rain to Rivers of Western Wisconsin, Inc.
• Resolution 2026-04: Special Event Requests for Menomonie Farmers Market, Inc. (2026-2028) in Wilson Park, 7th Street East, and Wilson Avenue
• Special Event Requests for Menomonie Baseball Association and Menomonie Junior Mustangs in Wakanda Park and on Game Park Road
• Appointment of replacement Ward #9 Alderperson (applicants Chad Schlough and Patrick Brogan)

City Council

The City Council will hold a Badke notice meeting on February 15, 2026 at the Off Broadway Banquet Center (1501 Broadway Street North). Council members may attend the “Data Center Download” event where data center regulations will be discussed. No formal actions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Attendance at Data Center Download event (no formal action)
• Informal discussion of data center regulations

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss the Murals in Menomonie Project. The body may also take action regarding approved color palettes.

• Discussion of Murals in Menomonie Project at various locations
• Possible action on approved color palettes

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the Benjamin Moore, Pittsburgh Paints, and Mautz historic color palettes for use on building exteriors in the historic district and rescinded all prior palette approvals. The approval was adopted by a unanimous voice vote. The minutes of the January 12, 2026 meeting were also approved unanimously. No actions were taken on the Murals in Menomonie project at this meeting.

• Approved minutes of the Jan. 12, 2026 meeting (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Benjamin Moore Historic Color Palette for building exteriors (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Pittsburgh Paints Historic Color Palette for building exteriors (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved Mautz Historic Colors of America Palette for building exteriors (unanimous voice vote)
• Rescinded all previous historic color palette approvals (unanimous voice vote)
• Discussed Murals in Menomonie project; no action taken
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous voice vote)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will approve the minutes from the January 12, 2026 meeting, hear introductions to the Murals in Menomonie project and the LumberJax Bakehouse and Café renovation at 230 Main Street (both discussion only), and consider a motion to adopt the Benjamin Moore Historic Collection as the sole approved color palette for the historic district, rescinding earlier palettes. No formal actions are required on the mural or bakery projects at this meeting.

• Approve minutes for the January 12, 2026 meeting (voice vote).
• Introduction to Murals in Menomonie project – discussion only, no action.
• Introduction to LumberJax Bakehouse and Café project at 230 Main Street – discussion only, no action.
• Consider motion to approve the Benjamin Moore Historic Collection color palette and rescind all previous palettes.
• Confirm next meeting date for March 9, 2026 at 5:00 pm.

City Council

The Menomonie City Council will discuss and possibly act on several agenda items, including public hearings and potential adoption of ordinances to repeal residential rental regulations and to rezone land at 6103 3M Drive from Restricted Industrial (I‑1) to Local Commercial (B‑2). Council members will consider awarding the Phase I construction contract for Well #9 to Market & Johnson for $4,532,172.30, approving a $95,000 engineering task order with Cedar Corporation for the Heller Road and Oak Avenue sidewalk project, and approving the 2026 Senior Center lease agreement. Additional items include a fire department budget transfer for radio equipment, a change of agent for The Market Social Club, and a motion to reschedule the second March council meeting to March 23, 2026.

• Rezoning of 6103 3M Drive from Restricted Industrial (I‑1) to Local Commercial (B‑2) district
• Award of Phase I Well #9 construction contract to Market & Johnson for $4,532,172.30
• Engineering task order for Heller Road and Oak Avenue sidewalk project with Cedar Corporation for $95,000
• Approval of the 2026 Senior Center lease agreement
• Fire Department budget transfer request for radio equipment

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on updating residential rental property ordinances and rezoning a property at 6103 3M Drive. The body will also consider contracts for a well project and sidewalk design, and a lease for the Senior Center.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-02: Repealing and replacing Title 9, Chapter 2 Residential Rental Properties
• Proposed Ordinance 2026-03: Rezoning 6103 3M Drive from Restricted Industrial (I-1) to Local Commercial (B-2)
• Construction contract for Phase I of the Well #9 Project
• Engineering Task Order for Heller Road and Oak Avenue Sidewalk Project
• Proposed 2026 Senior Center Lease Agreement

The City Council adopted Ordinance 2026-02 to repeal and replace Title 9, Chapter 2 Residential Rental Properties, with a one‑year review. It also adopted Ordinance 2026-03 rezoning 6103 3M Drive from Restricted Industrial to Local Commercial. The Council awarded the $4,532,172.30 Phase I Well #9 construction contract and approved a $95,000 engineering task order for the Heller Road and Oak Avenue sidewalks. Additional approvals included the senior‑center lease, fire‑department budget transfer, claim payments totaling $119,108.04, and a change‑of‑agent license.

• Adopt Ordinance 2026-02 (Residential Rental) – carried, Sutherland opposed
• Adopt Ordinance 2026-03 (3M Drive rezoning) – carried unanimously
• Award Phase I Well #9 construction contract to Market & Johnson – $4,532,172.30, carried unanimously on roll call
• Approve Engineering Task Order with Cedar Corporation – $95,000, carried unanimously on roll call
• Approve 2026 Senior Center Lease Agreement – carried unanimously
• Approve Fire Department budget transfer – carried unanimously on roll call
• Approve payment of claims totaling $119,108.04 – carried unanimously on roll call
• Approve change‑of‑agent license for Amber J. Gaddy – carried unanimously

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Menomonie Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss and possibly act on appointing an application manager for the 2026 Bicycle Friendly Community submission, which is due June 17, 2026. The meeting will also cover the division of duties and timeline for that application, set the next meeting date and time, and introduce new member Rebecca Thacker. Additional items such as items of concern and the 2026 calendar will be discussed without action.

• Appoint Application Manager to oversee Bicycle Friendly Community Application – discussion and possible action
• Discuss Division of Duties and Timeline for Bicycle Friendly Community Application – discussion and possible action
• Set Next Meeting Date/Time – discussion and possible action
• Introduce new committee member Rebecca Thacker – discussion only
• Items of Concern – discussion only

Plan Commission

The Menomonie Plan Commission will consider two proposed ordinances: one that would repeal and replace Title 9, Chapter 2 governing residential rental properties, and another that would rezone the parcel at 6103 3M Drive from a Restricted Industrial (I‑1) district to a Local Commercial (B‑2) district. The commission will also review the Town of Menomonie Future Land Use Map and confirm the date for its next meeting. No formal action is planned for the meeting‑date confirmation.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-02: repeal and replace Title 9, Chapter 2 Residential Rental Properties
• Proposed Ordinance 2026-03: rezoning 6103 3M Drive from Restricted Industrial (I-1) to Local Commercial (B-2)
• Review Town of Menomonie Future Land Use Map
• Confirm availability for next meeting date – Monday February 23, 2026 (discussion only)

Plan Commission

The commission will discuss and possibly act on Proposed Ordinance 2026-02, which would repeal and replace the city’s residential rental property code and add proactive inspections in a new Neighborhood Stabilization and Enhancement District. It will also consider Proposed Ordinance 2026-03 to rezone land at 6103 3M Drive from Restricted Industrial (I‑1) to Local Commercial (B‑2). Additional items include a review of the Town of Menomonie Future Land Use Map and a discussion on confirming the February 23, 2026 meeting date.

• Proposed Ordinance 2026-02: repeal/replace Title 9, Chapter 2 Residential Rental Properties, add proactive inspections and new district
• Proposed Ordinance 2026-03: rezoning 6103 3M Drive from I‑1 to B‑2
• Review of Town of Menomonie Future Land Use Map
• Discussion on confirming next meeting date – Monday February 23, 2026

Bicycle / Pedestrian Advisory Committee

The Menomonie Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee will discuss several items, including appointing an Application Manager to oversee the Bicycle Friendly Community application and defining duties and timelines for that application. The meeting also includes introductions, a review of prior minutes, and planning of the 2026 calendar. Any actions are limited to discussion and possible approval, with no formal decisions by the Common Council at this session.

• Introduce new committee member Rebecca Thacker – discussion only
• Appoint Application Manager to oversee Bicycle Friendly Community Application – discussion and possible action
• Discuss division of duties and timeline for Bicycle Friendly Community Application – discussion and possible action
• Items of Concern – discussion only
• 2026 Calendar – discussion only

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will hold a stakeholder advisory meeting regarding the Airport Master Plan. Members will also discuss a proposed vertical bridge cell tower and elect commission officers.

• Airport Master Plan Stakeholder Advisory Committee Meeting #6
• Proposed Vertical Bridge Cell Tower at E5850 730 th Avenue
• Election of Chairperson, Vice Chairperson, and Secretary

The commission approved the December 17 2025 meeting minutes. Members reappointed Dr. Dan Johnson as Chairman, Earl Wildenberg as Vice Chairman, and Steven Lee as Secretary. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved December 17 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Reappointed Dr. Dan Johnson as Chairman (motion carried)
• Reappointed Earl Wildenberg as Vice Chairman (motion carried)
• Reappointed Steven Lee as Secretary (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Airport Commission

The Menomonie Airport Commission meeting will review the minutes from the December 17, 2025 meeting and discuss the Airport Master Plan Stakeholder Advisory Committee meeting, the proposed Vertical Bridge cell tower at E5850 730th Avenue, and the Airport Manager’s Report. The commission will also hold an election for the positions of chairperson, vice chairperson, and secretary. All items except the officer election are listed as discussion only with no immediate action.

• Election of Airport Commission officers (chairperson, vice chairperson, secretary) – possible action
• Review of minutes from the December 17, 2025 Airport Commission meeting – discussion and possible action
• Airport Master Plan Stakeholder Advisory Committee Meeting #6 – discussion only
• Update on proposed Vertical Bridge cell tower at E5850 730th Avenue – discussion only
• Discussion of Airport Manager’s Report – discussion only

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet on Jan 21, 2026 at the police station. The agenda includes routine items such as approval of the Dec. 22, 2025 minutes and public comments, and a closed‑session discussion of an employment offer for a previously interviewed police chief candidate. The commission may reconvene in open session afterward.

• Approval of minutes – December 22, 2025
• Public comments related to agenda items
• Police Chief Updates
• Closed‑session motion to consider employment offer of previously interviewed candidate
• Motion to reconvene in open session

The commission approved the December 22, 2025 meeting minutes. A motion to convene a closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) was carried, followed by a motion to reconvene in open session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(2), which also carried. No action was taken in the closed session, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:20 AM.

• Approved December 22, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved convening closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(c) (motion carried)
• Approved reconvening open session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(2) (motion carried)
• No action taken in closed session
• Adjourned meeting at 9:20 AM (motion carried)

Urban Forestry

The Urban Forestry Board will meet to approve minutes, discuss volunteer hours, and review updates on a DNR grant project and tree planting field day. The board will also discuss designating city trees and planning an Arbor Day event.

• Approval of November 19, 2025 minutes
• Update on Urban Forestry DNR Grant Project
• Discussion on City Tree Designation
• Discussion on Tree Planting/Care Door Hanger
• Arbor Day Event Planning

The Urban Forestry Board approved the minutes from the November 19, 2025 meeting, adding a note about a member’s absence. The board also approved ordering 300 saplings—100 each of Silver Maple, River Birch, and Highbush Cranberry—for planting at Phelan Park. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved November 19, 2025 minutes with note on Mr. Giede’s absence (motion carried)
• Approved order of 300 tree saplings (100 Silver Maple, 100 River Birch, 100 Highbush Cranberry) for Phelan Park (motion passed)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion passed)

Ad-Hoc Committees

The Menomonie Ad‑Hoc Housing Committee will meet on January 21, 2026 to review its final recommendation report and consider possible actions. The agenda includes routine items such as roll call, approval of the January 13 minutes, and public comments before the new business discussion.

• Approval of minutes for the January 13, 2026 meeting
• Review the final recommendation report – discussion and possible action

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially adopt ordinances and resolutions regarding recycling and solid waste utility rates and site regulations. The body will also consider several mayoral appointments to the council and city boards.

• Proposed Resolution 2026-01: Recycling Utility Rates and Charges
• Proposed Resolution 2026-02: Solid Waste Utility Rates and Charges
• Proposed Resolution 2026-03: Solid Waste Site Disposal Fees
• Request to seek bids for Police Department squad purchase
• Appointment of Chad Schlough as Ward 9 Alderperson

The Menomonie City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance 2026‑04 amending recycling regulations and Ordinance 2026‑05 amending solid‑waste site regulations. It also approved the recycling and solid‑waste utility rate resolutions and authorized the police department to seek bids for three new squad cars. The appointment of a replacement Ward 9 Alderperson was postponed to the February 16 meeting.

• Adopt Ordinance 2026‑04 (Recycling) – unanimous
• Adopt Ordinance 2026‑05 (Solid Waste Site Regulations) – unanimous
• Approve Resolution 2026‑01 setting Recycling Utility Rates – unanimous
• Approve Resolution 2026‑02 setting Solid Waste Utility Rates – unanimous
• Authorize Police Department to obtain bids for replacement of three new squad cars – unanimous
• Postpone appointment of replacement Ward 9 Alderperson – roll‑call vote, Solberg opposed
• Approve Non‑Profit Grant Program – roll‑call vote, Sommerfeld opposed
• Approve payment of January 5, 2026 claims totaling $44,260.18 – unanimous

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating recycling and solid waste ordinances and setting new utility rates and disposal fees. The body will also consider several city appointments and a request for a special event permit.

• Proposed Resolution 2026-01: Recycling Utility Rates and Charges
• Proposed Resolution 2026-02: Solid Waste Utility Rates and Charges
• Proposed Resolution 2026-03: Solid Waste Site Disposal Fees
• Authorization for Police Department to obtain bids for three new squad cars
• Special Event Permit for 'Coldest Night of the Year' on February 28, 2026

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss a proposed façade renovation for a new artisan bakehouse and café. The body will also review a preliminary draft of a guide book for Certificate of Appropriateness applications. No formal actions are scheduled for these items.

• Discussion of LumberJax Bakehouse and Café project at 230 Main Street
• Review of preliminary draft Guide Book for Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will hold roll call, approve the minutes from the December 8, 2025 meeting, and hear public comments limited to agenda items. It will discuss the LumberJax Bakehouse and Café project located at 230 Main Street and review a preliminary draft of the Guide Book for Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness, both for discussion only with no action planned. The meeting will also set the next meeting date for February 9, 2026.

• Introduction to LumberJax Bakehouse and Café Project (230 Main Street) – discussion only
• Review preliminary draft of Guide Book for Applications for Certificate of Appropriateness – discussion only
• Approval of Minutes for December 8, 2025
• Confirm next meeting date – February 9, 2026

City Council

City Council

The council adopted Ordinance 2026-01, amending Title 10 of the City Code to define warehousing, data centers and create the I‑4 Data Center Industrial District. It also referred Ordinance 2026-02 (Residential Rental Properties) and Ordinance 2026-03 (rezoning 6103 3M Drive) to the Plan Commission for review. The council authorized the Treasurer to write off NSF checks and uncollectable tax bills, approved payment of city claims, and approved several business licenses.

• Adopted Ordinance 2026-01 amending Title 10 (unanimous roll call)
• Referred Ordinance 2026-02 to Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Referred Ordinance 2026-03 to Plan Commission (unanimous)
• Authorized Treasurer to write off NSF checks $265.87 and uncollectable tax $1,671.67 (roll call, Brennan opposed)
• Approved payment of claims totaling $97,107.01 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved payment of parking utility claim $350.00 (unanimous roll call)
• Approved Combination Class B Beer and Class B Liquor License for Hive & Hollow, LLC with outside seating amendment (unanimous)
• Approved multiple mobile food, mobile home park, and secondhand article licenses (unanimous)