Monona public meetings in 2025

City Council

The City Council will discuss street improvements for Arrowhead Drive and updates to the Police Department's use of force policy. The body is also considering a library tax exemption and site revisions for The Bloom.

• Resolution 25-12-2849: Special assessment police powers for street improvements to Arrowhead Drive
• Resolution 25-12-2850: Request for exemption from Dane County Library Tax
• Resolution 25-12-2851: Building exterior and site revisions for The Bloom
• Resolution 25-12-2852: Amendment to Monona Police Department Use of Force Policy
• Appointments of Election Inspectors and Chief Election Inspectors for 2026-2027

The council approved a resolution exempting Monona residents from the Dane County library tax. It also approved a preliminary resolution to use special assessment police powers for street improvements on Arrowhead Drive. The council approved building exterior and site revisions for The Bloom development, including siding color and added landscaping. Additionally, the council approved the appointment of election inspectors, chief election inspectors, and special voting deputies for 2026‑2027, and adopted the meeting minutes.

• Approved exemption from Dane County Library Tax (motion passed)
• Approved special assessment police powers for Arrowhead Drive street improvements (motion passed)
• Approved building exterior and site revisions for The Bloom project (motion passed)
• Approved appointments of election inspectors (motion passed)
• Approved appointments of chief election inspectors (motion passed)
• Approved appointments of special voting deputies (motion passed)
• Approved the meeting minutes (motion passed)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider Resolution 25‑12‑2850, which asks the Dane County Board to exempt Monona from the county library tax. The committee will also accept General Fund Accounts Payable checks for invoices dated November 25‑December 11 2025. Those invoices include payments to vendors such as Dell Marketing ($16,052.14), Speedway Sand & Gravel ($612,636.21) and other city expenses.

• Resolution 25‑12‑2850: request exemption from Dane County library tax
• Acceptance of General Fund Accounts Payable checks for invoices dated 11/25‑12/11/2025
• Dell Marketing L.P. – computer replacements – $16,052.14
• Speedway Sand & Gravel, Inc. – Kelly Place storm project – $612,636.21
• Other vendor payments (e.g., ARMS Aquatics $150.00, Badger Contractors $360.00, Menards $3,034.88)

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved Resolution 25-12-2850, exempting Monona taxpayers from the Dane County Library Tax. The committee also approved the General Fund accounts payable checks dated November 25‑December 11, 2025. Both motions were adopted by a vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved Resolution 25-12-2850 exempting Monona from Dane County Library Tax (motion passed)
• Approved General Fund accounts payable checks dated Nov 25‑Dec 11, 2025 (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Mass Transit Commission

The Mass Transit Commission will review updates on bus pads and metro ridership, consider promotion efforts, bench issues, and rider feedback. The commission will also discuss whether to examine pedestrian or bike infrastructure and a bike cleaning system. No decisions are recorded in the agenda.

• Update on Bus Pads
• Metro Ridership report
• Metro Promotion discussion
• Benches issue
• Rider Feedback

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings and consider actions on several development requests, including site revisions for a mixed-use project and a new multifamily development. The body will also review zoning permits for a collision repair business and a pilates studio.

• Building exterior and site revisions for mixed-use development at 4601-4613 Monona Drive
• General Development Plan for multifamily development at 1212 E. Broadway
• Zoning permit for new collision repair business at 1350 Femrite Drive
• Sign permit for new wall sign at 220 W. Broadway
• Zoning permit for new use at 5419 Monona Drive

The Commission approved a signage exception for Featherstone Periodontics & Implant Dentistry at 220 W. Broadway, with four conditions, by a 5‑1 vote. It also approved a zoning permit for a new Pilates studio at 5419 Monona Drive, with required permit and parking striping conditions. Both actions were recorded as motions that carried.

• Approved signage exception at 220 W. Broadway (5-1 vote) with conditions on permits, lighting, and sign size
• Approved zoning permit for a Pilates studio at 5419 Monona Drive with permit and parking striping conditions

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on the 2026 operating budget and tax levy. The meeting includes discussions on police pursuit tools, street improvements, and updates to the city's fee schedule.

• Resolution 25-11-2844: Adopting the 2026 Operating Budget and establishing a tax levy
• Resolution 25-11-2845: Amending Police Department policy to allow the Grappler pursuit intervention tool ($5,000-$6,000 per vehicle)
• Resolution 25-12-2849: Intent to exercise special assessment police powers for street improvements to Arrowhead Drive
• Ordinance 12-25-800: Updating the Fees, Fines and Penalties Schedule
• Budget amendments including $2,000 for AI Training and Education and $3,250 for library collections

The council adopted the 2026 operating budget and tax levy. Several budget amendments were approved, including a debt‑service interest reduction, AI training funds, a fund transfer, and a media‑fund reallocation. The police department’s pursuit policy was updated to include the Grappler device, and the fees ordinance was amended. Appointments to three commissions were also approved.

• Approved Resolution 25-11-2844 adopting the 2026 operating budget and tax levy (all members in favor)
• Approved Amendment 26-01 to decrease debt service interest by $37,800 (motion carried)
• Approved Amendment 26-05 adding $2,000 for AI training and education (motion carried, one dissent)
• Approved Amendment 26-06 transferring $301,555 from the General Fund surplus to General Debt Service (motion carried)
• Approved Amendment 26-07 reallocating $2,500 within the Media fund (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-11-2845 amending the police vehicle pursuit policy to include the Grappler device (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 12-25-800 as amended, removing the EMS special‑events fee and reducing the resident youth/senior pool fee to $7 (all members in favor)
• Approved appointments to the Community Service Appreciation Committee, Landmarks Commission, and Transit Commission (motion carried)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider Resolution 25-12-2849, a preliminary resolution declaring intent to use special assessment police powers for street improvements on Arrowhead Drive from Wyldhaven Avenue to Vogts Lane. It will also review Ordinance 12-25-800, which updates the city’s fees, fines and penalties schedule, and accept General Fund accounts payable checks dated November 14‑24, 2025.

• Resolution 25-12-2849: intent to levy special assessments for Arrowhead Drive reconstruction (Wyldhaven Ave to Vogts Lane)
• Ordinance 12-25-800: update to the city’s fees, fines and penalties schedule
• Acceptance of General Fund accounts payable checks dated Nov 14‑24, 2025

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved Resolution 25-12-2849, a preliminary step to use special assessment powers for street improvements on Arrowhead Drive affecting 14 parcels between Wyldhaven Avenue and Vogts Lane, with 60% of costs assessed to property owners and 40% funded by the city. The committee also approved Ordinance 12-25-800, which updates a variety of city fees, fines and penalties, including ambulance, pet licenses, permits, and parkland dedication fees. Additionally, the committee accepted the General Fund Accounts Payable checks dated November 14‑24, 2025.

• Approved Resolution 25-12-2849 (special assessment for Arrowhead Drive)
• Approved Ordinance 12-25-800 (fee schedule updates)
• Accepted General Fund Accounts Payable checks (Nov 14‑24, 2025)

Facilities Committee

The Facilities Committee will discuss unfinished business, including a 90% plan review of HVAC improvements for the library lower level. Staff will present a historical maintenance summary for 2022‑2025, consider a potential renewal of the HVAC preventive‑maintenance RFP (the current contract ends in 2025), and note the approval of a 5‑year Capital Improvement Program for facility upgrades. No new business is scheduled.

• Library Lower Level HVAC Improvements – 90% plan review
• Staff update: historical maintenance summary 2022‑2025
• Potential renewal of HVAC preventive‑maintenance RFP (current contract expires end of 2025)
• Approved 5‑Year Capital Improvement Program for facility improvements
• No new business

Library Board

The Monona Public Library Board voted to adopt new language for the Library Code of Conduct and to allocate up to $11,000 from the fund balance for carpet cleaning and a new copy printer. Board members also discussed the 2026 capital and operating budgets, strategic‑plan options, and other operational items such as the upcoming library website launch.

• Approved changes to the Library Code of Conduct restricting staff from sharing personal contact information
• Approved release of up to $11,000 from fund balance for carpet cleaning and a new copy printer
• Discussed status of the 2026 capital and operating budgets
• Considered strategic‑plan proposals, including funding through the fund balance or Friends of the Library
• Identified need for carpet cleaning in the children’s section and near the service desk

The Monona Public Library Board approved the meeting minutes and the bill payments, financial, and activity reports by unanimous vote. No other actions were decided. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved bill payments, financial report, and activity report (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Monona City Council will vote on three bond authorizations totaling $9.05 million, covering general obligation, taxable, and water‑sewer revenue bonds. It will also adopt the 2026 operating budget and tax levy, consider a police pursuit policy amendment to add the Grappler device, and approve future compensation increases for the mayor and council members. All items are presented as resolutions for immediate action.

• Resolution 25-11-2846: Authorize issuance and sale of $3,900,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025B
• Resolution 25-11-2847: Authorize issuance and sale of $1,550,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025C
• Resolution 25-11-2848: Authorize issuance and sale of $4,600,000 Water System and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025D
• Resolution 25-11-2844: Adopt the 2026 Operating Budget and establish a tax levy
• Resolution 25-11-2845: Amend Police Department Vehicle Pursuit Policy to include the Grappler device

The council adopted future compensation increases for the mayor and council members, and renamed the Distinguished Service Aware Committee. It also authorized three bond issuances totaling $10.05 million for general obligation, taxable general obligation, and water‑sewer revenue purposes. All motions carried; the compensation increase passed 6‑1 while the other measures passed unanimously.

• Approved future compensation increases for mayor & council (6‑1)
• Approved ordinance renaming Distinguished Service Aware Committee (unanimous)
• Approved $3.9M General Obligation Refunding Bond Series 2025B (unanimous)
• Approved $1.55M Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bond Series 2025C (unanimous)
• Approved $4.6M Water & Sewer Revenue Refunding Bond Series 2025D (unanimous)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss the adoption of the 2026 operating budget and the establishment of a tax levy. The body will also consider the issuance of several refunding bonds for general obligations and utility systems.

• Resolution 25-11-2844: Adopting the 2026 Operating Budget and Establishing a Tax Levy
• Resolution 25-11-2846: Issuance and sale of $3,900,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025B
• Resolution 25-11-2847: Issuance and sale of $1,550,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025C
• Resolution 25-11-2848: Issuance and sale of $4,600,000 Water System and Sewer System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025D
• Acceptance of General Fund Accounts Payable Checks dated October 31–November 13, 2025

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved three bond issuances: $3,900,000 General Obligation, $1,550,000 Taxable General Obligation, and $4,60 0,000 water and sewer revenue bonds, each passing with all members in favor. The committee also forwarded the 2026 Operating Budget and Tax Levy to Council without recommendation and accepted recent General Fund payable checks.

• Approved $3,900,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds (all members in favor)
• Approved $1,550,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds (all members in favor)
• Approved $4,60 0,000 Water and Sewer Revenue Refunding Bonds (all members in favor)
• Forwarded Resolution 25-11-2844 adopting 2026 Operating Budget and tax levy to Council without recommendation (motion carried)
• Accepted General Fund payable checks dated Oct 31–Nov 13 2025 (motion carried)

City Council

The Monona City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole meeting to review the 2026 operating budget. Presentations will be given by department heads for the Senior Center, Information Technology, Fire and EMS, Police Dispatch, and General Building/Public Works, among others. The meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 13, 2025 at 5:30 PM at the Monona Public Library, 1000 Nichols Road, and will be available via Zoom.

• Senior Center budget review (Diane Mikelbank)
• Information Technology budget review (Leah Kimmell)
• Fire and EMS budget review (Jerry McMullen)
• Police Dispatch budget review (Brian Chaney)
• General Building, Public Works, Solid Waste, Utilities budget review (Dan Stephany)

The Monona City Council Committee of the Whole met to review the 2026 operating budget. No budget items were approved, denied, or amended during the session. A motion to close the Committee of the Whole was made, seconded, and carried at 7:57 p.m.

• Motion to close Committee of the Whole carried (7:57 p.m.)

City Council

The Monona City Council will hold a Committee of the Whole to review the 2026 operating budget. Council members will hear a budget overview, updates on community media, planning and inspections, the public library, clerk and elections, parks and recreation, and revenue and debt service items. The meeting is scheduled for November 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM at the Monona Public Library, 1000 Nichols Road, and will be streamed live.

• Budget Overview presentation by Marc Houtakker
• Community Media update by Will Nimmow
• Planning, Inspections, CDA, Renew Monona discussion by Doug Plowman
• Library update by Ryan Claringbole
• Parks, Recreation, Afterschool, Summer Camp, Grand Crossing Park, Community Center, Outdoor Pool overview by Jake Anderson

The Monona City Council Committee of the Whole met on November 12, 2025 to review the 2026 operating budget. Department heads presented budget requests for finance, community media, planning, library, clerk, parks and recreation, and revenue. A motion to close the Committee of the Whole was made by Alderperson Rick Bernstein, seconded by Alderperson Doug Wood, and was carried. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled.

• Motion to close Committee of the Whole carried (8:33 p.m.)

License Review Committee

The Monona License Review Committee meeting will discuss operator license applications for Ava Nielsen, amplified device permits for Breakwater and Buck & Honey’s, a massage establishment license for Gui Yun Liu, and proposed ordinance fee updates. Each item is listed for consideration, but no final actions are recorded in the agenda.

• Operator License Application for Ava Nielsen, Stoughton, WI 53589 (2025/2027)
• Amplified Device Permit discussion for Breakwater, 6308 Inland Way, Monona
• Amplified Device Permit discussion for Buck & Honey’s, 800 W Broadway Ste 300, Monona
• Massage Establishment License Application for Gui Yun Liu, 140 Owen Road Suite 112 (2025/2026)
• Consideration of Ordinance Fee Updates

The committee approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It approved Ava Nielsen's operator license for 2025‑2027 and denied Gui Yun Liu's massage establishment license for 2025‑2026. The committee also approved ordinance changes that add a $15 background‑check fee to multiple license types and raise the alcohol license late fee to $250.

• Approved August 12, 2025 License Review Committee minutes (motion carried)
• Approved 2025/2027 Operator License for Ava Nielsen, Stoughton, WI (motion carried)
• Denied 2025/2026 Massage Establishment License for Gui Yun Liu, 140 Owen Road Suite 112 (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance Fee Updates adding $15 background‑check fee and raising alcohol late fee to $250 (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold public hearings regarding a new use zoning permit and a general development plan for mixed-use projects. Two items regarding exterior revisions for a development on Monona Drive are scheduled but will be considered at a later date.

• Public hearing and action on a zoning permit for The Strength Collective LLC at 6330 Copps Avenue (Suite C)
• Public hearing and prehearing conference for Galway Companies regarding a General Development Plan for a mixed-use site between 5600 Gisholt Dr. and 1709 W. Broadway
• Deferred consideration of exterior revisions to the Precise Implementation Plan for Noel Development, LLC at 4601-4613 Monona Drive

The commission approved a zoning permit for a 24‑hour Strength Collective gym at 6330 Copps Avenue (Suite C) with conditions requiring building permits, a separate sign permit, and a parking plan. The motion passed unanimously. No other items were decided; the Noel Development and Galway Companies proposals were deferred for later consideration.

• Approved zoning permit for Strength Collective gym at 6330 Copps Ave (Suite C) with conditions (unanimous)
• Postponed Noel Development exterior revisions to Precise Implementation Plan (deferred)
• Postponed Galway Companies mixed‑use development feedback (deferred)

City Council

The Monona City Council will consider several resolutions authorizing the sale of general obligation, taxable, and revenue-refunding bonds to refinance debt. Additional items include budget amendments for comprehensive planning services and a cybersecurity grant, as well as a capital improvements program and future compensation changes. All items are marked for immediate action.

• Resolution 25-11-2839 – Sale of $3,900,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025B
• Resolution 25-11-2840 – Sale of $1,550,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025C
• Resolution 25-11-2841 – Sale of $2,950,000 Water System and Sewer System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025D
• Resolution 25-11-2842 – Amend the 2025 Operating Budget for Comprehensive Planning Consultant Services (immediate action)
• Resolution 25-11-2838 – Amend the 2025 Capital Budget for a Wisconsin Emergency Management State and Local Cybersecurity Grant (immediate action)

The council denied the exterior‑revision request for the Bloom project (Resolution 25‑10‑2837). It approved an ordinance removing health‑inspector duties from the building inspector (Ordinance 10‑25‑798). Several capital‑budget amendments were adopted, including reinstating $100,000 for Nichols Road design and increasing the Bridge and Street Maintenance budget. The council also approved three bond packages totaling $8.4 million for general‑obligation, taxable‑obligation, and water‑system revenue bonds.

• Denied Resolution 25-10-2837 (exterior siding revision) – motion carried
• Approved Ordinance 10-25-798 removing health inspector duties – all members voted in favor
• Reinstated $100,000 for Nichols Road design – motion carried (Alder Kugle voted against)
• Approved Amendment 26-04 $530,000 for Plow Truck & Leaf Vac purchase – all members voted in favor
• Approved Amendment 26-05 increase Bridge & Street Maintenance budget to $300,000 – all members voted in favor
• Approved $3,900,000 Series 2025B General Obligation refunding bonds – motion carried
• Approved $1,550,000 Series 2025C Taxable General Obligation refunding bonds – motion carried
• Approved $2,950,000 Series 2025D Water & Sewer Revenue refunding bonds – motion carried

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss several budget amendments and the sale of three sets of refunding bonds. The body will also consider future compensation increases for the Mayor and City Council members.

• Sale of $3,900,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025B
• Sale of $1,550,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025C
• Sale of $2,950,000 Water System and Sewer System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025D
• Budget amendment of $109,675 for comprehensive planning consultant services with Vandewalle and Associates
• Budget amendment of $29,150 for cybersecurity software and hardware tokens via a state grant

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved the October 20, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted several budget amendments and bond authorizations, including a $3.9 million general‑obligation refunding bond and a $1.55 million taxable GO bond. It also approved funding for comprehensive planning consultant services, a cybersecurity grant, and future compensation increases for the mayor and council members. The committee accepted general‑fund payable checks dated October 17‑30, 2025.

• Approved minutes of Oct 20, 2025 Finance & Personnel meeting (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25‑11‑2842 amending 2025 operating budget for comprehensive planning consultant services (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25‑11‑2838 amending 2025 capital budget for Wisconsin Emergency Management State and Local Cybersecurity Grant (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25‑11‑2839 authorizing sale of $3,900,000 General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025B (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25‑11‑2840 authorizing sale of $1,550,000 Taxable General Obligation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025C (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25‑11‑2841 authorizing sale of $2,950,000 Water System and Sewer System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2025D (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25‑11‑2843 adopting future compensation increases for mayor and city council members (motion carried)
• Accepted General Fund accounts payable checks dated Oct 17‑30, 2025 (motion carried)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission will meet to approve minutes from July 31, 2025. The body will enter a closed session to consider employment, promotion, compensation, or performance data for full-time and part-time MOPD candidates.

• Closed session regarding full-time and part-time MOPD candidates

The commission approved the July 31st minutes and entered a closed session to discuss police hiring matters. It then reconvened in open session, established a one‑year hiring panel consisting of Adrian Alan, Damien McCray, Samuel Bachman, and Ross Paulat, and authorized Chief Brian Chaney to hire any of those candidates on a part‑time basis. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved July 31st minutes (unanimous)
• Moved to closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(c) (unanimous)
• Reopened session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(2) (unanimous)
• Established a one‑year hiring panel of four candidates (unanimous)
• Authorized chief to hire any of the four candidates part‑time (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:01 pm (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Monona Parks and Recreation Board will hold a walking tour of Ahuska Park at 400 E. Broadway. The board will also hear Parks & Recreation Director Jake Anderson’s report and address any questions. No formal actions are scheduled, with the approval of minutes postponed to the November meeting.

• Ahuska Park walking tour (new business)
• Approval of minutes – tabled to November meeting
• Director Jake Anderson’s Parks & Recreation report

Library Board

The Monona Public Library Board will consider several items at its October 21, 2025 meeting. Board members will vote to approve changes to the library’s Code of Conduct Policy and to authorize the use of fund‑balance monies. The board will also discuss the status of the 2026 capital and operating budgets, strategic plan proposals, and the Loud in the Library 2026 program. Additional topics include book, TV and movie recommendations.

• Vote to approve changes to Code of Conduct Policy
• Vote to approve use of Fund Balance funds
• Discussion of 2026 Capital and Operating Budgets status
• Review of Strategic Plan proposals
• Discussion of Loud in the Library 2026 program

The Library Board approved the meeting minutes and routine financial items. They unanimously adopted a policy change prohibiting staff from sharing personal contact information. They also unanimously approved releasing up to $11,000 from the fund balance for carpet cleaning and a new copy printer. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved bill payments, financial report, and activity report (unanimously)
• Approved changes to Code of Conduct Policy (unanimously)
• Approved release of up to $11,000 fund balance for carpet cleaning and printer (unanimously)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (unanimously)

City Council

The Monona City Council will consider approving the 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 borrowing, as well as ordinances for a four-way stop at Panther Trail and Midmoor Road and no-parking areas on West Broadway Service Road.

• Consideration of 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 Capital Borrowing
• Consideration of Ordinance 10-25-796: Four-way stop at Panther Trail and Midmoor Road
• Consideration of Ordinance 10-25-797: No parking areas on West Broadway Service Road
• Consideration of Resolution 25-10-2835: Taxable Revenue Bonds for Pier 37 Monona, LLC Project
• Consideration of Ordinance 10-25-798: Removing health inspector duties from building inspector

The council approved the minutes from the August 18 and October 6, 2025 meetings. It unanimously adopted Ordinance 10-25-796 creating a four‑way stop at Panther Trail and Midmoor Road and Ordinance 10-25-797 establishing no‑parking areas on West Broadway Service Road. The council also approved two resolutions: 25-10-2835 for taxable revenue bonds for the Pier 37 Monona, LLC project and 25-8-2823 endorsing the Broadway Senior PIP by Northpointe Development Corporation. Resolution 25-10-2837 concerning exterior revisions to the Bloom project was tabled.

• Approved minutes of Aug 18 and Oct 6, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 10-25-796 four-way stop at Panther Trail & Midmoor Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 10-25-797 no parking on West Broadway Service Rd (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-10-2835 taxable revenue bonds for Pier 37 Monona, LLC (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-8-2823 Broadway Senior PIP by Northpointe Development Corp (motion carried)
• Tabled Resolution 25-10-2837 exterior revisions to Bloom PIP (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:55 p.m. (motion carried)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will consider approving the 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 Capital Borrowing. The agenda also includes a financial report and the acceptance of general fund accounts payable.

• Consideration of Resolution 25-10-2836 for 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 Capital Borrowing
• Financial Report
• Acceptance of General Fund Accounts Payable Checks Dated October 2–16, 2025
• Electronic meeting option available via Zoom
• Public appearance by Zoom

The Finance and Personnel Committee approved the minutes from the October 6 meeting. It moved Resolution 25-10-2836, approving the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 capital borrowing, to City Council without a recommendation. The committee also accepted General Fund accounts payable checks dated October 2‑16, 2025. All motions were carried.

• Approved October 6 Finance and Personnel minutes (motion carried)
• Forwarded Resolution 25-10-2836 on 2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 borrowing to City Council without recommendation (motion carried)
• Accepted General Fund accounts payable checks dated October 2‑16, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:52 p.m. (motion carried)

License Review Committee

The License Review Committee meeting scheduled for October 14, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The next meeting is set for November 11, 2025.

Plan Commission

The Monona Plan Commission will hold a hybrid meeting to consider zoning permits for new commercial uses and a public hearing on a new comprehensive signage plan. The body will also discuss potential changes to local solar energy permitting regulations.

• Public hearing for exterior revisions to Precise Implementation Plan at 4601-4613 Monona Drive
• Public hearing for zoning permit at 6334 Copps Avenue
• Discussion on potential changes to Chapter 480 regarding solar energy permitting
• Approval of September 8, 2025, Plan Commission minutes
• Upcoming meetings: October 27, 2025 (Cancelled), November 10, 2025

The commission approved a zoning permit for The Strength Collective’s gym at 6334 Copps Avenue, adding three conditions on permits, signage, and parking. A motion was also passed unanimously directing the City Council to review options for the exterior material changes at 4601‑4613 Monona Drive. The minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting were approved without corrections.

• Approved zoning permit for Strength Collective gym at 6334 Copps Ave (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of September 8, 2025 meeting (no corrections)
• Motion passed unanimously to refer exterior material revision issue at 4601‑4613 Monona Drive to City Council

City Council

The Monona City Council meeting will discuss several new business items, including a resolution to approve the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program and a 2026 capital borrowing request. It will also consider a development agreement with 100 River Place, LLC, and two ordinances affecting traffic control and parking. Additional resolutions will address a planning services contract with Vandewalle & Associates and taxable revenue bonds for the Pier 37 Monona, LLC project.

• Resolution 25-10-2836 – Approving the 2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 Capital Borrowing
• Resolution 25-9-2829 – Approving a Development Agreement with 100 River Place, LLC
• Ordinance 10-25-796 – Requiring a four‑way‑stop‑controlled intersection at Panther Trail and Midmoor Road
• Ordinance 10-25-797 – Establishing no‑parking areas on West Broadway Service Road
• Resolution 25-10-2834 – Agreement with Vandewalle & Associates for comprehensive and corridor planning services

The council unanimously approved the minutes from the September meetings and a development agreement for a 125‑unit multifamily building. It also approved an amendment to the Landmarks Commission membership and expanded the Monona Tree Program. The 2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program was tabled for the next meeting.

• Approved September 15 & 29, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-9-2829 Development Agreement for 125‑unit multifamily project (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 9-25-795 amending Landmarks Commission membership (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-9-2832 expanding Monona Tree Program (unanimous)
• Tabled Resolution 25-10-2836 2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 borrowing

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance and Personnel Committee will discuss the 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 capital borrowing. The body is also reviewing planning service agreements and bond issuance for a local project.

• Resolution 25-10-2836: 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program and 2026 Capital Borrowing
• Resolution 25-10-2834: Agreement with Vandewalle & Associates for Comprehensive and Corridor Planning Services
• Resolution 25-10-2835: Taxable Revenue Bonds for Pier 37 Monona, LLC Project
• Acceptance of General Fund Accounts Payable Checks dated August 29–October 2, 2025

The committee approved the minutes from the August 18 and September 15 Finance and Personnel meetings. It approved Resolution 25-10-2834, authorizing an agreement with Vandewalle & Associates that raises the project cost by $9,670. The committee also approved Resolution 25-10-2835, consenting to the Public Finance Authority’s issuance of up to $17,000,000 in taxable revenue bonds for the Pier 37 Monona, LLC project. Additionally, it accepted General Fund accounts payable checks dated August 29‑October 2, 2025 and tabled Resolution 25-10-2836 (2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program) to the next meeting.

• Approved minutes of Aug 18 & Sep 15 Finance & Personnel meetings (motion carried)
• Tabled Resolution 25-10-2836 (2026‑2030 Capital Improvements Program) to next meeting
• Approved Resolution 25-10-2834 (Vandewalle & Associates planning services) – cost increased by $9,670 (all members in favor)
• Approved Resolution 25-10-2835 (Consent to up to $17,000,000 taxable revenue bonds for Pier 37) (motion carried)
• Approved acceptance of General Fund accounts payable checks (Aug 29‑Oct 2, 2025) (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Library Board

The Monona Public Library Board will meet to vote on changes to the 2026 Operating Budget. The board will also hold a closed session to discuss public employee compensation.

• Vote to approve changes to the 2026 Operating Budget
• Closed session regarding public employee compensation

City Council

The Monona City Council Committee of the Whole will review the 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program and the 2026 Capital Borrowing plan. The meeting includes presentations from various department heads regarding specific projects and budget allocations.

• Review of 2026-2030 Capital Improvements Program
• Review of 2026 Capital Borrowing
• Information Technology presentation
• Police/Dispatch presentation
• Public Works, Utilities presentation

The Monona City Council moved to close the Committee of the Whole, and the motion was carried at 8:06 p.m. No capital‑budget items were approved; the council indicated the capital budget will be voted on at a later meeting.

• Motion to close Committee of the Whole carried (8:06 p.m.)

Mass Transit Commission

The Monona Mass Transit Commission meeting will consider approval of the 2026 operating budget. It will also discuss bus pads, benches, and other capital‑related items, review Dutch Mill data, and receive updates from the senior center director and MESBA. No unfinished business is listed.

• Approval of 2026 Operating Budget
• Discussion on Bus Pads, benches, and other capital‑related items
• Review of Dutch Mill data
• Update from meeting with Senior Center Director
• Update from meeting with MESBA

Library Board

The Monona Public Library Board will vote on the 2026 operating budget and decide whether to reduce Saturday hours, close on Sundays, or keep current weekend hours. Board members will also adopt a revised internet policy that prohibits food at public computer workstations. The meeting includes routine approval of bill payments and a review of the capital budget submitted to the city.

• Approval of the 2026 operating budget
• Decision on weekend hours (Saturday reduction, Sunday closure, or status quo)
• Adoption of revised internet policy: "Food is prohibited while using the public workstations. Covered drinks are allowed."
• Review and approval of bill payments, e.g., MG&E $2,864.55 and Legacy Solar Co-op $2,143.57
• Discussion of the approved capital budget submitted to the City

The Monona Public Library Board approved the 2025 operating budget with a unanimous vote. The board also approved the meeting minutes and the consent agenda covering bill payments, the financial report, and the activity report. A motion to change weekend hours was tabled, also unanimously. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved consent agenda (bill payments, financial report, activity report) (unanimously)
• Approved operating budget (unanimously)
• Tabled changes to weekend hours (unanimously)

City Council

The council accepted the 2024 financial audit report and convened a closed‑session to discuss the 100 River Place development agreement and an Adams Outdoor Advertising lease. It approved a lease for a digital billboard at Ahuska Park with a technical‑specifications contingency. It also amended the 2025 capital budget and approved the purchase of a Lucas 3 CPR device for the fire department.

• Approved Resolution 25‑9‑2825 accepting the 2024 financial audit report (motion carried)
• All council members voted in favor to convene a closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e)
• Postponement of Resolution 25‑1‑2769 (digital billboard lease) failed; Alders Holmquist, Kugle, DePula, and Wood voted against
• Approved Resolution 25‑1‑2769 with contingency for technical specifications (Bernstein voted against, Radermacher abstained; motion carried)
• Suspended rules to act on Resolution 25‑9‑2833 (budget amendment for Lucas 3 device) – motion carried
• Approved Resolution 25‑9‑2833 to purchase the Lucas 3 CPR device – motion carried

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee will consider several items, including a lease agreement with Adams Outdoor Advertising for a digital billboard at Ahuska Park. It will also review a development agreement with 100 River Place, LLC, an amendment to the capital budget for a Lucas 3 fire‑department device, and the expansion of the Monona Tree Program. The meeting includes acceptance of recent General Fund accounts payable checks.

• Resolution 25-1-2769 – Lease with Adams Outdoor Advertising for a digital billboard at Ahuska Park
• Resolution 25-9-2829 – Development Agreement with 100 River Place, LLC
• Resolution 25-9-2832 – Expansion of the Monona Tree Program (no public funds required)
• Resolution 25-9-2833 – Amendment to the 2025 Capital Budget for purchase of a Lucas 3 device for the Fire Department
• Acceptance of General Fund Accounts Payable Checks dated August 29–September 11, 2025

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes and voted unanimously to convene a closed‑session. It denied Abby Grossen's claim, approved the 100 River Place development agreement (Resolution 25‑9‑2829), and approved a budget amendment to purchase a new Lucas 3 fire‑department device (Resolution 25‑9‑2833). Two resolutions – the Adams Outdoor Advertising lease and the Monona Tree Program expansion – were forwarded to City Council without recommendation, and the acceptance of recent accounts‑payable checks was tabled.

• Approved September 2, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Closed‑session convened (unanimous vote)
• Denied Abby Grossen claim (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25‑9‑2829 development agreement with 100 River Place (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25‑9‑2833 budget amendment for Lucas 3 fire device (motion carried)
• Resolution 25‑1‑2769 lease forwarded to City Council (no recommendation)
• Resolution 25‑9‑2832 tree program expansion forwarded to City Council (no recommendation)
• Accounts‑payable checks acceptance tabled to next meeting

Community Media Committee

The committee will meet to discuss and potentially approve the 2026 Community Media Operating Budget. The meeting also includes department reports regarding the WVMO radio station and community media updates.

• Approval of the 2026 Community Media Operating Budget
• WVMO news and updates report
• Community Media updates report

The committee unanimously approved the July 10 minutes and then approved the 2026 Community Media operating budget as presented. Members agreed to stop promoting the Monona Go app and to plan its discontinuation when the contract expires. Discussion of underwriting revenue procedures was deferred to a future meeting.

• Approved July 10 minutes unanimously
• Approved 2026 Community Media operating budget (motion passed)
• Agreed to discontinue promotion of Monona Go app and reallocate its budget
• Deferred further discussion of underwriting revenue procedures
• Will Nimmow to prepare messaging about Monona Go discontinuation for October meeting
• Bill, Joe, and Will to review the WVMO handbook and report back
• Will to inform the mayor of the committee's decision on Monona Go during budget discussions

Parks & Recreation Board

The board is discussing the 2026 operating budget, which proposes a total available levy of $1,003,234. The budget includes a 3% increase on the levy for personnel and non-personnel items and introduces separate budgets for the After-School Program, Summer Camp Program, and Grand Crossing Park.

• Proposed 2026 levy for Parks: $497,981
• Proposed 2026 levy for Pool: $190,269
• Proposed 2026 levy for Community Center: $178,358
• Proposed 2026 levy for Recreation: $123,992
• Proposed $50,000 revenue transfer from General Fund to Park Budget

The Parks & Recreation Board discussed the 2026 operating budget presented by Director Jake Anderson. A motion to recommend approval of the staff‑proposed budget was made, seconded, and carried. The board also voted to adjourn the meeting.

• Recommended approval of 2026 Parks & Recreation operating budget (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The commission approved a zoning permit for Poke Bay’s new fast‑casual restaurant at 6518 Monona Drive Unit #14, adding four parking stalls and several conditions. It also approved sign permits for new comprehensive signage plans at 2800 Royal Avenue and at 4601‑4613 Monona Drive, each with specific findings of fact and conditions. All three approvals were adopted unanimously.

• Approved zoning permit for Poke Bay restaurant at 6518 Monona Dr Unit #14 (unanimous)
• Approved sign permit for new comprehensive signage plan at 2800 Royal Ave (unanimous)
• Approved sign permit for new comprehensive signage plan at 4601‑4613 Monona Dr (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the August 11, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Community Development Authority

The special meeting scheduled for September 8, 2025, was cancelled because there were no agenda items to consider.

Sustainability Committee

The committee will discuss potential recommendations to the City Council regarding funding for the Monona Tree Program. Members will also review sustainability strategic planning and goals related to the Monona Sustainability Plan and Green Tier Legacy Communities.

• Discussion on funding for the Monona Tree Program
• Review of Monona Sustainability Plan and Green Tier Legacy Communities
• Discussion of 2026 Sustainability Budget
• Updates on NexTrex Plastic Film Recycling Program
• Updates on 2025 Leaf Free Streets campaign

The committee approved the minutes from the August 7, 2025 meeting. It unanimously adopted a recommendation that City Council expand and continue the Monona Tree Program into the 2026 calendar year. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved August 7, 2025 Sustainability Committee minutes (carried with no corrections)
• Recommended City Council expand and continue the Monona Tree Program into 2026 (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss establishing parking restrictions at 6300 Bridge Road and several other locations to assist trash collection. The body is also considering the creation of a new full-time position in the Planning Department and a development agreement for 100–300 River Place.

• Ordinance 8-25-794: No parking for 30 feet at 6300 Bridge Road
• Ordinance 8-25-793: Friday parking restrictions on Pocahontas Drive, Nishishin Trail, Starry Avenue, Arrowhead Drive, and Southern Circle
• Resolution 25-9-2826/2827: Creation and budget amendment for a full-time Planning Department position
• Resolution 25-9-2830: New construction for First Choice Dental at 900 E. Broadway
• Resolution 25-9-2829: Development agreement with DSI Real Estate Group, LLC for 100–300 River Place

The council adopted a no‑parking ordinance for 6300 Bridge Road and approved parking restrictions to aid trash collection. It voted to create a full‑time city planner position and amended the 2025 budget to fund it. The council also approved participation in the Dane County Urban County Consortium, authorized new construction for First Choice Dental, and accepted a contract for a comprehensive plan update.

• Approved Ordinance 8-25-794 establishing no parking at 6300 Bridge Road (unanimous)
• Approved Ordinance 8-25-793 establishing parking restrictions for trash collection (majority)
• Approved Resolution 25-8-2824 participation in the Dane County Urban County Consortium (carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-9-2826 creating a full‑time Planning Department position (carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-9-2827 amending the 2025 operating budget for the full‑time planner (carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-9-2830 authorizing new construction for First Choice Dental at 900 E Broadway (carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-9-2831 authorizing staff to contract Vandewalle & Associates for comprehensive plan update (carried)
• Convinced closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e) for real‑estate negotiations (unanimous)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee accepted the 2024 financial audit report and authorized a new full‑time planner role by merging two existing positions. It amended the 2025 operating budget to fund that role with no impact on the general fund. The committee also approved staff to contract for a comprehensive‑plan update and accepted recent general‑fund checks. All motions were carried with unanimous support.

• Approved Resolution 25-9-2825 Accepting the 2024 Financial Audit Report (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-9-2826 Authorizing creation of a full‑time position in the Planning Department (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-9-2827 Amending the 2025 Operating Budget for the full‑time planning position (all members voted in favor)
• Approved convening a closed session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e) for real‑estate and consulting matters (all members voted in favor)
• Approved Resolution 25-9-2831 Accepting proposal and authorizing staff to contract for Comprehensive Plan Update consulting services (motion carried)
• Approved acceptance of General Fund Accounts Payable checks dated Aug 13‑28, 2025 (motion carried)
• Reopened the meeting in open session under Wis. Stat. §19.85(2) (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:39 p.m. (motion carried)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider construction authorizations for dental and senior housing projects on E. Broadway. The body will also discuss potential policy changes to the Renew Monona home loan program and a development proposal for River Place.

• Authorization of new construction for First Choice Dental at 900 E. Broadway
• Authorization of new construction for Broadway Senior at 1208-1212 E. Broadway
• Development proposal and TIF request for 100-300 River Place (DSI Real Estate Group, LLC)
• Proposed redevelopment for Gisholt Drive and W. Broadway Development Parcel (Galway Companies, Inc.)
• Discussion of Renew Monona loan policy, including the $75,000 maximum loan limit

The Community Development Authority authorized construction of a new First Choice Dental office at 900 E. Broadway and a 55‑unit age‑restricted Broadway Senior development at 1208‑1212 E. Broadway, both within Redevelopment Area #6. The board also convened a closed session to discuss River Place and Owen Road matters, reconvened in open session, and moved the 112‑208 Owen Road application forward. A proposed moratorium on new Renew Monona applications was withdrawn before a vote.

• Approved First Choice Dental construction at 900 E. Broadway (motion carried)
• Approved Broadway Senior 55‑unit project at 1208‑1212 E. Broadway (motion carried)
• Approved June 24, 2025 open/closed session minutes (motion carried, no corrections)
• Convene closed session on River Place and Owen Road (all members voted aye)
• Reconvene into open session at 9:02 pm (motion carried)
• Move 112‑208 Owen Road application with changes (motion carried)
• Withdraw moratorium on new Renew Monona applications (motion withdrawn)
• Adjourn meeting at 9:14 pm (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals denied the first deck variance motion because it lacked a second. It then approved a revised deck variance limiting the new deck to an 8‑ft depth, passing unanimously. The board also approved a side‑yard setback variance for a detached garage at 302 St. Teresa Terrace, also unanimously.

• Approved minutes of June 19, 2025 (carried with no corrections)
• Failed deck variance motion (no second) for 5704 Cove Circle
• Approved 8‑ft depth deck variance for 5704 Cove Circle (unanimous)
• Approved accessory‑structure side‑yard setback variance for garage at 302 St. Teresa Terrace (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn carried (7:28 pm)

Library Board

The Monona Public Library Board voted unanimously to amend the internet policy, prohibiting food at public workstations while allowing covered drinks. The motion was moved by Secretary Swinea, seconded by Vice President Jones, and passed without dissent. The board also approved the meeting minutes, the consent agenda, and adjourned the meeting unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda for bill payments and financial report (unanimous)
• Moved agenda item 9 after item VIII B (unanimous)
• Exited closed session (unanimous)
• Approved changes to internet policy: food prohibited, covered drinks allowed (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Monona City Council approved the minutes for recent meetings and the consent agenda. It adopted a memorandum of understanding with Firefighters Local 311 regarding mandatory overtime. The council designated the property at 5903 Winnequah Road as a local landmark. It also approved a certified survey map combining River Place parcels and appointed members to an ad hoc comprehensive plan committee.

• Approved June–August meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved MOU with Firefighters Local 311 on mandatory overtime (motion carried)
• Approved landmark designation for 5903 Winnequah Road (motion carried; Alders Kugle and DePula voted against)
• Suspended rules to act on CSM (motion carried)
• Approved CSM combining River Place parcels (motion carried)
• Approved appointments to Ad Hoc Comprehensive Plan Committee (motion carried)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The committee will consider two loan requests through the Renew Monona Loan Program. The body will also review and accept General Fund accounts payable checks from July 18 to August 12, 2025.

• Renew Monona Loan Program request for Jeanette McDonald, 4413 Oak Court
• Renew Monona Loan Program request for Teresa Radermacher, 5201 McKenna Road
• Acceptance of General Fund Accounts Payable Checks dated July 18–August 12, 2025

The committee unanimously approved a $7,000 home‑rehab loan for Jeanette McDonald, pending final invoices, and an $8,926 solar‑panel loan for Teresa Radermacher. It also accepted General Fund Accounts Payable checks dated July 18‑August 12, 2025, and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Approved Renew Monona loan for Jeanette McDonald ($7,000) – subject to final invoices (unanimous)
• Approved Renew Monona loan for Teresa Radermacher ($8,926) (unanimous)
• Accepted General Fund Accounts Payable checks (July 18‑Aug 12, 2025) (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 16, July 21, and Aug 4, 2025 Finance meetings (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Board

The board approved the minutes from the May 14 and July 16 meetings, correcting the July 16 attendance record. The board voted to recommend adoption of the staff‑proposed 2026‑2030 capital budget for parks, the pool, and the community center. The meeting was adjourned at 4:00 p.m.

• Approved May 14 and July 16 meeting minutes (attendance correction) – motion carried
• Recommended adoption of staff‑proposed 2026‑2030 capital budget for Parks, Pool & Community Center – motion carried
• Adjourned meeting at 4:00 p.m. – motion carried

License Review Committee

The Monona License Review Committee will meet to approve temporary alcohol retailer licenses for the Monona East Side Business Alliance and amplified device permits for The East Side Club. The committee will also consider operator license applications for three individuals.

• Temporary Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage and 'Class B' Wine Retailer’s Licenses for Monona East Side Business Alliance (Sept 27, 2025)
• Temporary Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage and 'Class B' Wine Retailer’s Licenses for Monona East Side Business Alliance (Nov 15, 2025)
• Amplified Device Permits for The East Side Club (3735 Monona Dr, Aug 15 & 29, 2025)
• 2025/2027 Operator License Application for Gaelan Fraboni
• 2025/2027 Operator License Application for Nicholas Tarbet

The License Review Committee approved two temporary Class B fermented malt beverage and wine retailer licenses for the Monona Chamber of Commerce DBA Monona East Side Business Alliance, one for September 27, 2025 and another for November 15, 2025. The committee also approved amplified device permits for The East Side Club on August 15 and August 29, 2025, and approved an operator license for Gaelan Fraboni (2025/2027). No action was taken on the operator license applications for Nicholas Tarbet and Michael Ball.

• Approved Temporary Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Class B Wine Retailer license for Monona East Side Business Alliance – September 27, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Temporary Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Class B Wine Retailer license for Monona East Side Business Alliance – November 15, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Amplified Device permits for The East Side Club, 3735 Monona Dr., for August 15 and August 29, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved 2025/2027 operator license for Gaelan Fraboni, Madison, WI 53704 (motion carried)
• No action on 2025/2027 operator license for Nicholas Tarbet, Madison, WI 53714 (Police Department withdrew review)
• No action on 2025/2026 operator license for Michael Ball, Madison, WI 53719 (non‑appearance)

Community Media Committee

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the July 10 meeting. It also unanimously approved the 2026 Community Media Capital Budget as presented. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Community Media Capital Budget (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the July 14, 2025 minutes without corrections. A motion to approve a zoning permit for a new dental office at 900 E. Broadway was made, seconded, and carried unanimously. The approval includes 16 specific conditions outlined by the Planning Director. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved July 14, 2025 minutes (motion by Mr. Stein, seconded by Alder DePula)
• Approved zoning permit for First Choice Dental at 900 E. Broadway with 16 conditions (unanimous)
• Staff recommendation to approve the dental permit with conditions (adopted by commission)

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee approved the minutes from the May 8, 2025 meeting. It unanimously adopted a recommendation that the City Council publish a progress report on renewable‑energy goals by November 1, 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved minutes from May 8, 2025 Sustainability Committee meeting (motion carried)
• Recommended City Council publish renewable‑energy progress report by Nov 1 2025 (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

City Council

The council unanimously approved Ordinance 7-25-792, amending Chapters 175 and 480 of the Fees, Fines, and Penalties Schedule for building inspection and zoning fees. The council also unanimously approved Resolution 25-8-2820, amending the 2025 operating budget to fund a full‑time position in the Administration Department at an additional cost of $18,500. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved Ordinance 7-25-792 amending fee schedule (all members voted in favor)
• Approved Resolution 25-8-2820 to add a full‑time admin position, $18,500 cost (all members voted in favor)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved Resolution 25-8-2819, a memorandum of understanding with Firefighters Local 311 on mandatory overtime. It also approved Resolution 25-8-2820, amending the 2025 operating budget to retain a full‑time position in the Administration Department. The committee voted to hold a closed session for a police vehicle purchase and then reconvened in open session. Acceptance of July 18‑31, 2025 general fund accounts payable checks was tabled.

• Approved Resolution 25-8-2819 (fire overtime MOU) – motion carried
• Approved Resolution 25-8-2820 (full‑time admin position budget amendment) – motion carried
• Closed session convened under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) for police vehicle purchase – all members voted in favor (3‑0)
• Reopened session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(2) – motion carried
• General Fund Accounts Payable checks (July 18‑31, 2025) tabled to next meeting
• Committee adjourned – motion carried

Police & Fire Commission

The commission approved the May 19 minutes with an amendment. It entered a closed session to discuss police hiring, then voted to reconvene in open session. All members voted to authorize the chief to hire David Dresser. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved May 19 minutes with amendment (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss police officer candidates (unanimous)
• Reopened session under Statute 19.85(2) (unanimous)
• Authorized chief to hire David Dresser (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The council approved resolutions amending Tax Increment Districts 10, 13, and 15. It also approved an amendment to the city code allowing ceremonial firearm discharges with police approval. The proposed changes to building inspection and zoning fees were presented but not acted upon. The meeting was adjourned at 7:35 p.m.

• Approved Resolution 25-7-2816 amending Tax Increment District No. 10 (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-7-2817 amending Tax Increment District No. 13 (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-7-2818 amending Tax Increment District No. 15 (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 7-25-791 amending Section 335‑3 to permit ceremonial firearm discharges (all members voted in favor)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:35 p.m. (motion carried)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved Ordinance 7-25-792 to amend building inspection and zoning fees. The committee also approved a Renew Monona Loan request for James Burling and Laura Damon‑Moore at 5504 Maywood Road. Finally, the committee accepted General Fund accounts payable checks dated June 1 through July 17, 2025.

• Approved Ordinance 7-25-792 amending fee schedule (motion carried)
• Approved Renew Monona Loan request for 5504 Maywood Road (motion carried)
• Approved acceptance of General Fund accounts payable checks dated June 1–July 17 2025 (motion carried)

Parks & Recreation Board

The board discussed the 2026-2030 capital budget but took no action. A motion to amend the capital budget to transfer funds from the pool concrete project to purchase and install a Variable Frequency Drive for the pool pump was made, seconded, and carried. The meeting was adjourned by a motion that was also carried.

• Discussed 2026-2030 capital budget; no action taken
• Approved capital budget amendment to purchase and install pool pump VFD (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the library’s capital budget projects, adding a lower-level HVAC upgrade and new office lighting, with a unanimous vote. The board also approved the meeting minutes, the consent agenda items, and confirmed the officer assignments of President Roselyn Ebel, Vice President Christina Jones, and Secretary Joe Swinea. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimously)
• Approved consent agenda (bill payments, financial report, activity report) (unanimously)
• Approved capital budget projects: lower-level HVAC upgrade and office lighting (unanimously)
• Approved board officer roles: Roselyn Ebel as President, Christina Jones as Vice President, Joe Swinea as Secretary (unanimously)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimously)

Landmarks Commission

The Landmarks Commission approved the minutes from the June 26, 2025 meeting. It unanimously voted to designate the home at 5903 Winnequah Road as a locally designated Monona Landmark Structure. It also unanimously approved the nomination of Frost Woods Historic District for the National Register, with the condition that any changes be approved by City Staff.

• Approved June 26, 2025 minutes (motion carried with no corrections)
• Approved designation of 5903 Winnequah Road as a locally designated Monona Landmark Structure (unanimous)
• Approved nomination of Frost Woods Historic District for the National Register (unanimous, with condition that changes be approved by City Staff)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried

Plan Commission

The commission approved a zoning permit for MPDO Holdings to build a periodontics and implant dentistry clinic on the second floor of 220 W. Broadway, adding conditions on permits, parking and signage. It also approved a two‑lot Certified Survey Map to reconfigure lots at 100‑300 River Place for future multifamily development, with required city‑attorney and staff reviews. The minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting were approved.

• Approved zoning permit for new periodontics & implant dentistry use at 220 W. Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved 2‑lot Certified Survey Map for reconfiguring lots at 100‑300 River Place (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of June 9, 2025 meeting (unanimous)

Community Media Committee

The committee unanimously approved the April 10 minutes. A motion to approve the first three items of the 2026 capital budget passed. The committee then voted to table the decision on updating municipal room equipment until the next meeting. The board also set the next meeting for August 11 at 5 p.m.

• Approved April 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved first three 2026 capital budget items (motion carried)
• Tabled municipal room equipment update decision (motion carried)
• Set next meeting for August 11, 2025 at 5 p.m. (agreement)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

License Review Committee

The committee voted to deny the 2025/2026 Massage Establishment license application for Jue Xiang at 140 Owen Road Suite 112. No action was taken on the 2025/2027 operator license applications for Isaiah E. Mick and Andrew D. Burke because they did not appear. The meeting was adjourned at 4:29 p.m.

• Denied Massage Establishment License for Jue Xiang (140 Owen Road Suite 112)
• No action on Operator License Application for Isaiah E. Mick (Madison, WI 53713) – applicant absent
• No action on Operator License Application for Andrew D. Burke (Madison, WI 53713) – applicant absent

City Council

The council approved Resolution 25‑6‑2813, raising the sanitary sewer rate. It also adopted Ordinance 6‑25‑790, clarifying that only residents may use the lawn and yard waste disposal facility. Additionally, the council confirmed three appointments to the Library Board effective June 2028.

• Approved Resolution 25-6-2813 Sanitary Sewer Rate Increase (motion carried)
• Approved Ordinance 6-25-790 Amending Chapter 381-3H and 381-4J (3) (all members voted in favor)
• Approved Library Board appointments of Roselyn Ebel, Margaret Breunig Clark, and Christina Jones (effective June 2028, motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:38 p.m. (motion carried)

Landmarks Commission

The commission denied the Friends of San Damiano's request for a new exterior message board sign at 4123 Monona Drive, citing adverse architectural impacts, obtrusiveness, and accessibility concerns. The motion was made by Ms. Holmquist, seconded by Ms. Wellman, and carried unanimously. The minutes from the March 18, 2025 meeting were also approved without corrections.

• Denied exterior sign request for Frank Allis House, 4123 Monona Drive (unanimous)
• Approved March 18, 2025 meeting minutes (no corrections)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority approved the boundary and project‑plan amendments for Tax Increment Districts 10, 13, and 15 and will forward them to the Monona City Council. The board also approved the May 27, 2025 meeting minutes, convened a closed‑session meeting, and then reconvened in open session. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved May 27, 2025 open and closed session minutes (motion carried)
• Approved Tax Increment District 10 boundary and project plan amendment; will submit to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved Tax Increment District 13 boundary and project plan amendment; will submit to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved Tax Increment District 15 boundary and project plan amendment; will submit to City Council (unanimous)
• Convene closed session on 100‑300 River Place (all members voted aye)
• Reopen open session (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board approved the minutes from the May 15, 2025 meeting with no corrections. A variance request for 5704 Cove Circle was postponed because additional materials are needed. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved May 15, 2025 minutes (carried)
• Postponed variance request for 5704 Cove Circle pending additional materials
• Adjourned meeting (carried)

Library Board

The Library Board unanimously approved the meeting minutes and the consent agenda covering bill payments and financial reports. The board also unanimously approved a trial run of a youth representative serving as a non‑voting member. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda bill payments and financial report (unanimous)
• Approved trial youth representative as non‑voting member (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment (unanimous)

City Council

The Monona City Council approved the June 2 meeting minutes and the consent agenda, with one alderperson abstaining due to a conflict of interest. It granted Class A fermented malt beverage and liquor licenses to Los Perez Monona LLC and amended the 2025 operating budget for library salaries. The council also confirmed two committee appointments, suspended rules to consider a solar‑panel acquisition, and ultimately rejected that acquisition resolution.

• Approved June 2, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved consent agenda; Alder Kugle abstained (conflict of interest)
• Approved Class A fermented malt beverage and Class A liquor licenses for Los Perez Monona LLC, 6001/6005 Monona Drive (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-6-2811 amending 2025 library salary budget (motion carried)
• Approved appointments of Gwen Pangburn to Public Safety Committee (effective Apr 2027) and Jennifer Kuhr to Public Works Committee (effective Apr 2026) (motion carried)
• Suspended rules to consider Resolution 25-6-2814 for solar‑panel acquisition (motion carried)
• Rejected Resolution 25-6-2814 to acquire, remove, and transfer solar panels (all members voted against)
• No action on Resolution 25-6-2815 budget amendment for solar panels (due to prior failure)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved a 20% increase to the sanitary sewer rate. It also moved two resolutions concerning the removal and relocation of public‑works solar panels to the City Council without recommendation. The committee accepted recent General Fund accounts payable checks and approved the prior meeting minutes.

• Approved 20% sanitary sewer rate increase (Resolution 25-6-2813)
• Advanced Resolution 25-6-2814 to acquire, remove and transfer solar panels (no recommendation)
• Advanced Resolution 25-6-2815 budget amendment to acquire solar panels (no recommendation)
• Approved acceptance of General Fund accounts payable checks dated May 30‑June 12, 2025
• Approved minutes of Jan 6, May 5 and June 2, 2025 Finance & Personnel meetings

License Review Committee

The License Review Committee approved amplified device permits for Buck & Honey ’s and Breakwater Monona LLC for summer 2025. It also approved the 2024/2026 operator license for Ricky Frane and renewed several Class B fermented malt beverage and liquor licenses for El Gallo LLC, Fat Jacks Monona Inc, and West Broadway Hotel Associates LLC. The committee denied the 2025/2026 massage establishment license for Gui Yun Liu due to violations. All motions were carried.

• Approved Amplified Device Permits for Buck & Honey ’s (June–Sept 2025)
• Approved Amplified Device Permits for Breakwater Monona LLC (June–Aug 2025, up to 6 hrs/day)
• Approved 2024/2026 Operator License for Ricky Frane
• Denied 2025/2026 Massage Establishment License for Gui Yun Liu
• Approved 2025/2026 Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Liquor Licenses for El Gallo LLC, DBA El Gallo
• Approved 2025/2026 Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Liquor Licenses for Fat Jacks Monona Inc, d/b/a Fat Jack's Barbecue
• Approved 2025/2026 Class B Fermented Malt Beverage and Class C Wine Licenses for West Broadway Hotel Associates LLC, DBA Avid Hotel by IHG

Plan Commission

The commission approved a zoning permit for Zoddies LLC to operate a hemp‑derived retail store at 6312 Monona Drive, adding conditions such as required state and local permits, a separate sign permit, parking review, landscaping plan, Knox box installation, and limiting rear‑area uses after 7 p.m., with the motion passing unanimously. The commission also approved a zoning permit for Carol and Terry Warkentien to construct a one‑story addition and deck at 6103 Roselawn Avenue, requiring state and local permits and HOA approval, also passing unanimously. Earlier, the commission approved the minutes from the May 19, 2025 meeting without corrections.

• Approved Zoning Permit for Zoddies LLC hemp retail store at 6312 Monona Drive (unanimous)
• Approved Zoning Permit for one‑story addition and deck at 6103 Roselawn Avenue (unanimous)
• Approved May 19, 2025 meeting minutes (no corrections)

City Council

The Monona City Council approved an updated Stormwater Management Plan and the 2024 Compliance Maintenance Annual Report. It also approved a resolution declaring three parcels as blighted and a right‑of‑way agreement for the Monona Pines project. The consent agenda, which included numerous liquor and beverage license renewals, was approved after removing item 4.1.

• Removed item 4.1 from the Consent Agenda (motion carried)
• Approved the Consent Agenda, including license renewals (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-5-2808 Updating Stormwater Management Plan (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-6-2809 Submitting 2024 CMAR Review (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-6-2810 Declaring parcels 0710-292-2952-2, 0710-301-0346-2, 0710-301-0335-2 as blighted (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 25-6-2812 Right‑of‑Way privilege on St. Teresa Terrace adjacent to 5103 Monona Drive (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting at 8:05 p.m. (motion carried)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved Resolution 25‑6‑2812, granting a developer a temporary right‑of‑way privilege on St. Teresa Terrace adjacent to 5103 Monona Drive with a monthly fee for up to 18 months. It also approved Resolution 25‑6‑2811, amending the 2025 operating budget to correct library salary amounts. The committee accepted General Fund accounts payable checks dated May 1‑29, 2025.

• Approved Resolution 25-6-2812 granting ROW privilege on St. Teresa Terrace (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-6-2811 amending 2025 library salary budget (motion carried)
• Accepted General Fund Accounts Payable Checks dated May 1-29, 2025 (motion carried)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority voted to amend the boundaries of Tax Increment Districts 10, 13, and 15 as proposed by staff. The board also convened a closed session to discuss two development projects, then reconvened in open session. Minutes from the April 22, 2025 meeting were approved with one correction, and the meeting was adjourned at 9:03 pm.

• Amended boundaries of Tax Increment District #10 as proposed (motion carried)
• Amended boundaries of Tax Increment District #13 as proposed (motion carried)
• Amended boundaries of Tax Increment District #15 as proposed (motion carried)
• Convened closed session to discuss 100‑300 River Place and 112‑208 Owen Road (all members voted aye)
• Reopened open session after closed session (motion carried)
• Approved minutes of April 22, 2025 meeting with one correction (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 9:03 pm (motion carried)

Library Board

The Monona Public Library Board approved the minutes and the consent agenda, both by unanimous vote. The board also voted unanimously to place a wood carving from the Harry Whitehorse Wood Sculpture Festival on the library grounds, with installation scheduled for July 7‑11 and a plaque to be added. No other motions were recorded.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda covering bill payments, financial report, and activity report (unanimous)
• Approved placement of wood sculpture on library property, to be installed July 7‑11 with plaque (unanimous)

City Council

The Monona City Council approved the award of the 2025 street resurfacing contract, a development agreement with Monona Pines 2, LLC, an amendment to the 2025 operating budget for assessment services, and an updated contract with Accurate Appraisal, LLC. All of those motions passed unanimously. A motion to adopt an updated stormwater management plan was rejected. The council also approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting.

• Approved Resolution 25-5-2803 award of 2025 Street Resurfacing Contract (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-5-2806 Development Agreement with Monona Pines 2, LLC (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-5-2804 amendment to 2025 Operating Budget for Assessment Services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-5-2805 updated contract with Accurate Appraisal, LLC (unanimous)
• Failed motion to adopt Resolution 25-5-2808 Updated Stormwater Management Plan (3 against, motion failed)
• Approved minutes of the May 5, 2025 City Council meeting (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the February 24 meeting. They elected Tom Stolper as President and Ann Tieman as Secretary. They appointed Joe Fontaine to the Public Safety Committee and approved promotions of Adam Nachreiner to lieutenant and Ken Ginther to sergeant. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved February 24 minutes (unanimous)
• Elected Tom Stolper as President (unanimous)
• Elected Ann Tieman as Secretary (unanimous)
• Appointed Joe Fontaine to Public Safety Committee (passed)
• Promoted Adam Nachreiner to Lieutenant (unanimous)
• Promoted Ken Ginther to Sergeant (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting with no corrections. After a public hearing, the commission voted unanimously to approve a zoning permit for Expand Massage at 1250 Femrite Drive, Suite 205A1, subject to three conditions. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (motion carried, no corrections)
• Approved zoning permit for Expand Massage at 1250 Femrite Drive, Suite 205A1 (unanimous) with conditions on permits, signage, and licensing
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board approved the variance request for 1200 Birch Haven Circle to add a conditioned sunroom, requiring the new footprint to match the existing deck. The approval passed with a 3‑1 vote, with Mr. Schweiger voting against. The board also denied the variance request for 5405 Tonyawatha Trail to add a cantilevered screened porch and deck, a motion that carried unanimously. Earlier, the board approved the minutes from April 17 and April 24, 2025.

• Approved April 17 and April 24, 2025 minutes (motion carried, no corrections)
• Motion to deny Tobias variance failed 3‑1 (Mr. Davies, Mr. Patton, Ms. Piliouras voted nay)
• Approved variance for 1200 Birch Haven Circle sunroom 3‑1 (Mr. Schweiger voted nay); condition: footprint must equal existing deck
• Approved denial of variance for 5405 Tonyawatha Trail unanimously
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Parks & Recreation Board

The Parks and Recreation Board approved the minutes from the October 9, November 13, 2024, and March 12, 2025 meetings. A motion to adjourn the May 14, 2025 meeting was also carried. No other actions were taken on the agenda items.

• Approved minutes from Oct 9, 2024, Nov 13, 2024, and Mar 12, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

License Review Committee

The License Review Committee approved amplified device permits for The Tasting Room of Monona (May‑August 2025), The East Side Club (May‑September 2025), and Breakwater Monona LLC (limited two‑hour and four‑hour slots). It also approved Class A fermented malt beverage and liquor licenses for Los Perez Monona LLC for 2025‑2026. In addition, the committee approved a series of renewal applications for Class A and B beverage and liquor licenses, patio permits, and a beer garden for numerous establishments. No action was taken on the operator license application for Eliel Sanchez due to non‑appearance.

• Approved amplified device permits for The Tasting Room of Monona, May‑August 2025
• Approved amplified device permits for The East Side Club, May‑September 2025
• Approved amplified device permits for Breakwater Monona LLC, two‑hour (until 2 p.m.) and four‑hour (until 9 p.m.) slots, max six hours per day
• Approved 2025‑2026 Class A fermented malt beverage and liquor licenses for Los Perez Monona LLC
• Approved renewal of Class A fermented malt beverage and liquor (cider only) licenses for Kwik Trip, Speedway, Fraboni’s Italian Specialties, Ken’s Meats & Deli, Monona Mart, O’Connell’s Liquor, Ultimate Mart/Metro Market, Walgreens, Wal‑Mart Supercenter
• Approved renewal of Class B fermented malt beverage and liquor licenses for Breakwater, Buck and Honey’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, The East Side Club, Red Robin Gourmet Burgers, Salvatore’s Tomato Pies, Silver Eagle Bar & Grill, The Tasting Room, Tower Inn, Tully’s II Food & Spirits, Waypoint Public House, Fratelli’s Trattoria
• Approved renewal of Class B wine licenses for Swad Indian Restaurant, World Buffet, David’s Jamaican Cuisine
• Approved renewal of patio permits and a beer garden for listed establishments (Breakwater, Buck and Honey’s upper & lower, Salvatore’s Tomato Pies, Silver Eagle Bar & Grill, The Tasting Room, Tully’s II Food & Spirits, Waypoint Public House, Breakwater beer garden)

Board of Review

The Board of Review approved the minutes from the June 5 and July 8, 2024 hearings. The board adjourned and set a future meeting for June 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. in the Library Municipal Room.

• Approved minutes of June 5, 2024 and July 8, 2024 hearings (motion carried)
• Adjourned to June 18, 2025, 6:00 p.m. at Library Municipal Room (motion carried)

Sustainability Committee

The Sustainability Committee approved the March 6, 2025 meeting minutes and voted to start New Business with agenda item A. They approved an informational solar‑incentive presentation to be held at the Library, led by Alder Bernstein with Ken presenting. The committee unanimously adopted a recommendation that the Public Works Department make its own decision about participating in No Mow May 2025. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 6, 2025 Sustainability Committee minutes (carried)
• Carried motion to hear agenda item A under New Business first
• Approved solar‑incentive informational presentation at the Library (Bernstein to lead, Ken to present)
• Adopted recommendation that Public Works Department decide on No Mow May participation (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn carried

City Council

The council approved the minutes from the April 15 and April 21, 2025 meetings. It approved a request to release an existing public utility easement at approximately 5600 Gisholt Drive, contingent on approval at the May 7 Public Works Committee meeting. The council voted to convene a closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e) and later reconvened in open session. The council appointed Rebecca Holmquist as co‑chair of the Landmarks Commission effective April 20, 2026, and then adjourned the meeting at 8:23 p.m.

• Approved April 15 and April 21, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved release of public utility easement at approx. 5600 Gisholt Drive, contingent on May 7 committee approval (motion carried)
• Suspended rules to consider easement release (motion carried)
• Convened closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) (all members voted in favor)
• Appointed Rebecca Holmquist as Co‑Chair, Landmarks Commission (effective Apr 20, 2026) (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:23 p.m. (motion carried)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved two Renew Monona loan requests, awarded the 2025 street resurfacing contract, and adopted several resolutions including a development agreement, a budget amendment for assessment services, and an updated property assessment contract. The committee also convened a closed session to discuss the Monona Pines development and accepted recent general fund accounts payable checks.

• Approved minutes of April 21, 2025 Finance and Personnel meeting (motion carried)
• Approved $14,382 Renew Monona loan for Grupe solar project at 507 Frost Woods Rd (motion carried)
• Approved $50,000 Renew Monona loan for Donaldson basement remodel at 4806 Roigan Terrace (motion carried)
• Approved award of $161,281.90 contract to Payne & Dolan for 2025 street resurfacing (motion carried)
• Approved convening a closed session to discuss Monona Pines Development Agreement (all members in favor)
• Approved Development Agreement with Monona Pines 2, LLC (all members in favor)
• Approved amendment to 2025 Operating Budget for Assessment Services (all members in favor)
• Approved updated contract with Accurate Appraisal, LLC for property assessment services (all members in favor)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Monona Zoning Board of Appeals approved the written decision and order denying the building permit appeals of George Kinsler and Ramona Rohr at 4539 Winnequah Road. The motion was made by Jesse Patton, seconded by Mr. Schweiger, and carried unanimously. The board also adjourned the meeting at 5:22 pm.

• Approved written decision and order denying permits for 4539 Winnequah Road (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Community Development Authority

The Authority approved the March 25, 2025 meeting minutes with no corrections. Members voted to hold a closed session, then reconvened in open session later that night. The board voted to recommend approval of the development agreement for 5105 Monona Drive, pending City Council sign‑off. The meeting was adjourned at 9:10 pm.

• Approved March 25, 2025 minutes (no corrections) – motion carried
• Convene closed session for 5105 Monona Drive and 112‑208 Owen Road – all members voted aye
• Reconvene into open session – motion carried
• Recommend approval of Development Agreement for 5105 Monona Drive – motion carried
• Adjourn meeting at 9:10 pm – motion carried

City Council

The council approved the General Development Plan and Phase I Precise Implementation Plan for the 100‑300 River Place project, adding sustainability reporting requirements. It amended the 2025 capital budget to fund the Kelly Place stormwater improvements and awarded the contract for that project. The council adopted the 2025 Emergency Operations Plan update and authorized the issuance of $3,300,000 in general obligation bonds. All motions passed unanimously.

• Amended Resolution 25-4-2794 to require sustainability reporting for 100‑300 River Place GDP (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-4-2794 General Development Plan for 100‑300 River Place (unanimous)
• Amended Resolution 25-4-2795 to require sustainability reporting for Phase I PIP (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 25-4-2795 Plan Commission recommendation for Phase I PIP (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to 2025 Capital Budget for Kelly Place Stormwater Improvements, adding $216,000 funding (unanimous)
• Approved award of contract for Kelly Place Stormwater Improvements Project (unanimous)
• Approved adoption of 2025 Emergency Operations Plan Update (unanimous)
• Approved issuance and sale of $3,300,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes Series 2025A (unanimous)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved Resolution 25‑4‑2802 to issue and sell $3,300,000 in General Obligation Promissory Notes, with all members voting in favor. The committee also approved convening a closed session under Wisconsin Statute 19.85(1)(e), again unanimously. The review of the 2025 quarterly financial report and acceptance of General Fund accounts‑payable checks for April 3‑16 were both tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved $3,300,000 bond issuance (unanimous)
• Approved closed‑session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) (unanimous)
• Tabled review of 2025 Quarterly Financial Report
• Tabled acceptance of General Fund Accounts Payable Checks (April 3‑16, 2025)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Monona Zoning Board of Appeals approved a variance allowing the construction of a new detached garage in the street yard of 1304 Neponset Trail (Case No. Z-002-2025). The board cited the applicant’s hardship and minimal impact on the lake. The motion carried unanimously. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved accessory‑structure street‑yard setback variance for new detached garage at 1304 Neponset Trail (unanimous)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting carried (unanimous)

City Council

The council voted by voice to elect Doug Wood as City Council President, receiving four votes to one for Rick DePula. A motion was carried to name The Leader Independent as the city’s official newspaper. The council approved a slate of appointments to the Board of Review, Community Development Authority, Community Media Committee, and other boards and commissions. Alderperson committee assignments were also approved.

• Doug Wood elected City Council President (voice vote 4-1)
• The Leader Independent appointed as official newspaper (motion carried)
• Board of Review appointments approved
• Community Development Authority appointments approved
• Community Media Committee appointments approved
• Facilities Committee appointments approved
• Alderperson committee assignments approved
• Police and Fire Commission appointment approved

Library Board

The Library Board approved the meeting minutes and the consent agenda, including bill payments and financial reports, with unanimous votes. The board also adopted an amendment to the unattended child policy, adding an age limit of six years and requiring supervision. All motions, including a closed‑session discussion and adjournment, passed unanimously.

• Approved meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda – bill payments, financial report, activity report (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to unattended child policy: children six and under must be supervised (unanimous)
• Approved closed session to discuss employee compensation matters (unanimous)
• Approved exit from closed session (unanimous)
• Approved adjournment of meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the March 24 meeting with one correction. It approved a zoning permit for NerdHaven Arcade at 5417 Monona Drive, adding four conditions of approval. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 24 minutes (motion by Alder DePula, seconded by Ms. Fallat)
• Approved zoning permit for NerdHaven Arcade at 5417 Monona Drive with conditions (motion by Mr. Homburg, seconded by Mr. Gries)
• Adjourned meeting (motion by Alder DePula, seconded by Mr. Gries)

Community Media Committee

The committee approved the March 13 minutes unanimously. It decided not to allocate committee resources to increase promotion of the MononaGo app and will reassess the app and its costs at the 2026 Operational Budget meeting. A motion to adjourn was passed.

• Approved March 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Decided not to allocate committee resources for additional MononaGo promotion
• Resolved to reassess MononaGo app and costs at the 2026 Operational Budget meeting
• Motion to adjourn approved

License Review Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the December 10, 2024 meeting. It also approved the 2024/2026 operator license application for Nicole N. Rowley of Madison, WI 53718. Both motions were carried without recorded vote totals. The meeting adjourned at 4:09 p.m.

• Approved December 10, 2024 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved 2024/2026 operator license for Nicole N. Rowley (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:09 p.m. (motion carried)

City Council

The council unanimously approved a Facility Use Agreement with the Monona Community Festival after amending it to add a payment clause. It also unanimously approved Resolution 25‑4‑2800 to sell $3,300,000 of General Obligation Promissory Notes for 2025 capital projects. Aaron Pruefert was appointed to the Tourism Commission. Other items were discussed but no vote outcome was recorded.

• Amended Facility Use Agreement to add payment clause (unanimously approved)
• Approved Resolution 25‑3‑2790 for the Monona Community Festival (unanimously approved)
• Approved Resolution 25‑4‑2800 to sell $3,300,000 promissory notes (unanimously approved)
• Appointed Aaron Pruefert to the Tourism Commission (approved)
• Motion to suspend rules for Resolution 25‑4‑2800 (approved)
• Motion to adjourn the meeting (approved)

Finance & Personnel Committee

The Finance & Personnel Committee approved Resolution 25‑4‑2800 to sell $3,300,000 of general‑obligation promissory notes, with all members voting in favor. It also approved a capital‑budget amendment for the Kelly Place stormwater project, reducing the contingency to $50,000 and authorizing up to $110,000 from the fund balance. Contracts were awarded for the Kelly Place stormwater improvements, the public‑works garage envelope upgrades, and the 2025 street chip‑seal project, each approved unanimously. Additionally, a $38,000 loan request under the Monona Loan Program and the acceptance of recent general‑fund accounts‑payable checks were approved.

• Approved Resolution 25‑4‑2800 to sell $3.3M promissory notes (unanimous)
• Amended capital budget for Kelly Place stormwater improvements, reducing contingency to $50K and allowing $110K from fund balance (unanimous)
• Approved amended Resolution 25‑4‑2796 for Kelly Place stormwater improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to Speedway Sand & Gravel for Kelly Place stormwater improvements ($1.96M) (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to KSW for public‑works garage building envelope improvements (unanimous)
• Awarded contract to Fahrner Asphalt for 2025 street chip‑seal project ($135,378.98) (unanimous)
• Approved Monona Loan Program request for $38,000.10 for Alexander Gagnon and Ashley Bergeron (unanimous)
• Accepted General Fund accounts‑payable checks dated March 14‑April 3, 2025 (unanimous)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority approved a $75,000 Renew Monona loan to Margaret and Veronica Willsey for a second‑floor addition at 5516 Pheasant Hill Road. The board also moved Item 7A ahead of old business, convened a closed session (all members voted aye), reconvened in open session, and adjourned the meeting. No further action was taken on the River Place or 5105 Monona Drive development proposals.

• Approved $75,000 Renew Monona loan for 5516 Pheasant Hill Road (motion carried)
• Moved Item 7A of New Business ahead of Old Business (motion carried)
• Convene closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) (all members voted aye)
• Reconvene into open session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(2) (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:49 pm (motion carried)
• Approved November 26, 2024 open and closed session minutes (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The commission unanimously approved a zoning permit for JavaAbilities to open a coffee shop at 5734 Monona Drive, with ten specific conditions. It also unanimously approved a zoning permit for El Vaquero LLC to open a restaurant at 2407 W. Broadway, with four conditions. Both approvals were recorded after public hearings and staff recommendations.

• Approved zoning permit for JavaAbilities coffee shop at 5734 Monona Drive (unanimous)
• Approved zoning permit for El Vaquero LLC restaurant at 2407 W. Broadway (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of the March 10, 2025 meeting (no corrections)
• Moved new business items to the start of the meeting (motion adopted)