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Mon Aug 10, 2026

August Council

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA August 10, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- Gary Berg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Joe Stangl ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The Pierz City Council appreciates everyone attending tonight’s meeting. Please be respectful, allow one person to speak at a time, and speak only when recognized by the presiding officer. Personal attacks, disruptive behavior, or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Speakers are limited to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation and involvement in our community. 4. Approval of Minutes: • Regular City Council Meeting July 27, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. Planning and Zoning: 8. Approval/Denial Exempt Permit: • Knights of Columbus Ch. 3982 - 01/30/27-Raffle (Pierz Ballroom) 9. Claims Report – July: $771,512.79 10. Treasurers Report – July: $3,601,492.91 M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ 11. Department Updates: • Police: • Fire: • Public Works: • Golf Course: • Clubhouse: 12. City Administrator Update: Workshop Request 13. Council Updates: Adjourn ______________ p.m. M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____
Mon Jul 27, 2026

July Council

Council to consider backyard chicken license and new shed construction

The Pierz City Council is holding its regular meeting to approve minutes, consider planning and zoning applications, and decide on exempt permits for local events. The agenda includes a backyard chicken license for a resident and a new construction shed, as well as several raffle and bingo permits for community organizations. Department updates and a city administrator report are also scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Council approves salt shed, denies shed request, ends skating rink use

The Pierz City Council approved a $25,000 salt shed project, denied Greg Fuhrman's new construction shed request (requiring a variance), and voted to discontinue use of the skating rink in Billings Park to allow the Veterans Memorial project to proceed. The council also approved several exempt permits and planning and zoning requests.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA July 27, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- Gary Berg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Joe Stangl ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The Pierz City Council appreciates everyone attending tonight’s meeting. Please be respectful, allow one person to speak at a time, and speak only when recognized by the presiding officer. Personal attacks, disruptive behavior, or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Speakers are limited to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation and involvement in our community. 4. Approval of Minutes: • Public Hearing Meeting July 13, 2026 • Regular City Council Meeting July 13, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. Planning and Zoning: • Brittany & Gauge Pauly – 120 Edward St S – Backyard Chickens License Application • Greg Fuhrman – 304 Cassie St – New Construction Shed (Drawing of lot & proposed new structure will be submitted prior to meeting for review) 8. Approval/Denial Exempt Permit: • Pierz Lions-8/30/26-Pull Tabs and Bingo (Pierz Park) • Holy Trinity-10/10/26-Raffle (Pierz Ballroom) • Holy Trinity-12/17/26-Raffle (HT School) • Holy Trinity-4/11/27-Bingo, Paddlewheels, Pull-Tab, Raffle (HT) MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 9. July 22, 2 …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting July 27, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Gary Berg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Joe Stangl, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker City Administrator, Andy Leidenfrost, Clubhouse Lead, Rick Wacker Public Works Director COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The Pierz City Council appreciates everyone attending tonight’s meeting. Please be respectful, allow one person to speak at a time, and speak only when recognized by the presiding officer. Personal attacks, disruptive behavior, or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Speakers are limited to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation and involvement in our community. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Joe Stang! to approve the public hearing minutes from July 13, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from July 13, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. ADDITIONS/EDITS TO AGENDA: Add planning and zoning HT School and Workshop Minutes APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Joe Stang] to approve the agenda with additions. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026

July Council

Council workshop: senior center space, public works job, budget

The Pierz City Council is holding a workshop to discuss three items: space needs for the Senior Center Board, the job description for a Public Works employee, and budget expectations. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda; it is a discussion session.

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✓ Decided: Council directs posting Public Works job at $24/hr with new requirements

The Pierz City Council held a workshop on July 22, 2026, and took one substantive action: directing staff to post the Public Works position at $24.00 per hour with revised requirements, including a Class B CDL with air brake endorsement and a six-month probationary period. The council also discussed but took no action on Senior Center space, budget items, and other topics. The meeting was informational for most items, with no votes taken except the unanimous adjournment.

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CITY OF PIERZ City Council Workshop Agenda Wednesday July 22, 2026 6:00 P.M. Call Workshop to Order: Agenda: − Senior Center Board o Space Discussion − Public Works Employee o Job Description o Open − Budget o Expectations o Open Adjournment:
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Workshop July 22, 2026, 6:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Gary Berg, Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Don Bujalski, Council Member Joe Stangl, City Clerk Sarah Fyten NONMEMBERS PRESENT: City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker, City Administrator, Rick Wacker Public Works Director SENIOR CENTER BOARD: Harold spoke on behalf of the Senior Center Board regarding the future of the Senior Center following changes to LSS meal services. He expressed appreciation for the City's continued support and requested that the Senior Center retain meeting space for bingo, cards, and other senior activities. Council and staff discussed long-term space needs, including a conceptual plan to create dedicated council chambers while maintaining space for the Senior Center. Board members shared concerns about relocating from the current room, and Council acknowledged those concerns. The discussion was informational only, and no action was taken. PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE: Public Works Director Wacker informed the Council that the employee who had submitted a resignation requested to withdraw it. Council discussed past practice and reached a consensus that resignations should not be withdrawn once submitted, but the individual may reapply when the position is posted. Council reviewed the Public Works job description, discussed increasing the starting wage to improve recruitment, requiring a minimum Class B CDL …
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Mon Jul 13, 2026

July Council

Council to vote on land use ordinance updates and permits

The Pierz City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on updates to Chapter 13 and land use ordinances. They will also consider two planning and zoning permits, approve election judges and park donations, and review June financial reports.

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✓ Decided: Pierz adopts updated land use, subdivision, and shoreland ordinances

The Pierz City Council held a public hearing on July 13, 2026, to consider updates to Chapter 13 (Land Usage) and the new Chapter 14 (Land Use and Subdivision Ordinance), which includes a new Shoreland Ordinance based on the Minnesota DNR model. No public comments were received, and the council closed the hearing unanimously. The minutes do not record a formal vote on the ordinances themselves, only the closure of the hearing.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA July 13, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- Gary Berg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Joe Stangl ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The Pierz City Council appreciates everyone attending tonight’s meeting. Please be respectful, allow one person to speak at a time, and speak only when recognized by the presiding officer. Personal attacks, disruptive behavior, or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Speakers are limited to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation and involvement in our community. 4. Approval of Minutes: • Regular City Council Meeting June 22, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. Open Public Hearing - Chapter 13 and Land Use Updates 8. Close Public Hearing - Chapter 13 and Land Use Updates 9. Approve/Deny Chapter 13 and Land Use Ordinance Updates 10. Planning and Zoning: • Pierz Public Schools ISD #484 – 66 Kamnic St – Concrete Permit • Matt Lundblad/Burggraff Construction – 26997 153rd St – Replace Deck, Railings, & Steps M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ 11. Resolutions: • #2026-0713-1 Appointing Election Judges • #2026-0713-2 Accepting Donations for the Pierz Park Playground 12. Claims Report – June $: $348,389.09 13. Treasurers Report – …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council Public Hearing-Chapter 13 and Land Usage July 13, 2026 7:01 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Gary Berg, Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Don Bujalski, Council Member Joe Stangl, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: City Administrator Laura Wacker, Brandon Tschida-Bury Golf Course Lead, Dan Rocheleau Fire Chief PUBLIC HEARING FOR CHAPTERS 13 & 14 LAND USAGE AND SHORELAND: As of June 14, 2026, the proper notifications had been sent by the City of Pierz and official notices had been published, Chapter 13 (Land Usage) was reformatted with a table of contents and that subdivision regulations were removed and incorporated into the newly renamed Land Use and Subdivision Ordinance (Chapter 14). Key updates to the Land Use and Subdivision Ordinance included: Reformatting and renumbering for improved readability. Addition of a table of contents. Consolidation of subdivision-related definitions from Chapter 13 and removal of duplicate definitions. Removal of conflicting language. Addition of an Official Zoning Map section. Creation of easy-to-read zoning district tables identifying permitted and conditional uses. Reorganization of accessory building regulations. Updates to the zoning use matrix, including definitions and application requirements for interim use permits. ¢ Clarification of administrative lot split procedures while preserving the Council's authority to require a plat whe …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026

June Council

✓ Decided: Council approves donations, playground equipment donation, and permits

The Pierz City Council approved several routine items, including concrete permits, a resolution accepting donations for the playground, and the donation of old playground equipment to the City of Genola. They also approved posting for a Park Committee seat, moving forward with a basketball court maintenance agreement, and scheduling a workshop. No major policy changes or contentious decisions were made.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA June 22, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- Gary Berg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Joe Stangl ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The Pierz City Council appreciates everyone attending tonight’s meeting. Please be respectful, allow one person to speak at a time, and speak only when recognized by the presiding officer. Personal attacks, disruptive behavior, or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Speakers are limited to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation and involvement in our community. 4. Approval of Minutes: • Special City Council Meeting June 8, 2026 • Regular City Council Meeting June 8, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. Planning and Zoning: • Roger Schulte/Sue’s Drive In – 425 Main St S – Concrete Permit • Todd Preimesberger/Premium Concrete – 402 Park Ave SE – Concrete Permit • Shelly Nelson – 234 Main St S – Concrete Permit • Lynnette Woznak – 390 Kamnic St – Concrete Permit 8. Resolutions: • #2026-0622-1 Accepting Donations for the Pierz Park Playground MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 9. Park Committee Update: • Open Park Committee Seat-Options • Basketball Court Maintenance/Agreement 10. Old Playground Equipment: 11. Senior Center Board Workshop …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting June 22, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Gary Berg, Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Joe Stangl, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl MEMBERS NOT PRESENT: Council Member Don Bujalski STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker City Administrator, Rick Wacker Director Public Works COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The Pierz City Council appreciates everyone attending tonight’s meeting. Please be respectful, allow one person to speak at a time, and speak only when recognized by the presiding officer. Personal attacks, disruptive behavior, or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Speakers are limited to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation and involvement in our community. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the special city council meeting minutes from June 8, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from June 8, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. ADDITIONS/EDITS TO AGENDA: Adding SEH and Playground Update APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the agenda with the above additions. Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING AND ZONING: Roger Schulte/Sue’s Drive In ~ 425 Main St …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026

June Council

Pierz Council to review permits, claims, and annual appointments

The Pierz City Council is holding its regular June meeting to approve minutes, consider several concrete and building permits, and review the April claims report of $424,807.34 and treasurer's report of $3,329,224.18. The agenda also includes an exempt permit for St. Michael's bingo event, annual designations and appointments, and department updates, including police signage and a clubhouse rehire.

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✓ Decided: Pierz Council approves permits, claims, and new council member oath

The Pierz City Council approved all planning and zoning requests, including concrete and building permits for several residents and the Boys Basketball Club, and approved an exempt permit for St. Michael's church. The council also approved the May claims report of $424,807.34 and the treasurer's report of $3,329,224.18, and administered the oath to new council member Joe Stangl. Police Chief Hanneken was authorized to sell the old squad car, and the council approved installing 'Children at Play' signs on Cody Court.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA June 8, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approve – Council Member-Oath 5. Approval of Minutes: • Regular City Council Meeting May 26, 2026 • Special City Council Meeting June 3, 2026 6. Adjustments to the Agenda: 7. Approval of Agenda: 8. Planning and Zoning: • Boys Basketball Club – Pierz Park – Concrete Permit • Logan Stangl – 226 Edward St S – Concrete Permit (Front of House) • Logan Stangl – 226 Edward St S – Concrete Permit (East Side of House) • Logan Stangl – 226 Edward St S – Building Permit (New Deck on East Side & New Steps with Landing on West Side) • John Pohlkamp – 204 Edward St S – Concrete Permit (No drawing submitted) • Caleb Dilley & Megan Bidwell – 117 First Ave NE – Concrete Permit 9. Exempt Permit-St. Michael’s 9/20/26 Bingo/Pull-Tabs/Raffle M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ 10. Approval of Annua …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting June 8, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Gary Berg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Joe Stangl, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stang] STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker City Administrator, Police Chief Eric Hanneken, Clubhouse Lead Andy Leidenfrost COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The Pierz City Council appreciates everyone attending tonight’s meeting. Please be respectful, allow one person to speak at a time, and speak only when recognized by the presiding officer. Personal attacks, disruptive behavior, or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Speakers are limited to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation and involvement in our community. RESOLUTION 2026-0608-1 OATH-COUNCIL MEMBER: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve resolution 2026-0608-1 appointment of new council member. Motion carried unanimously. Mayor Gary Berg completed the oath for newest council member, Joe Stangl, for the remainder of the term. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Lynn Egan to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from May 26, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Fyten and seconded by Council Member Lynn Egan to approve the special city council meeting minutes from June 3, 2026, as is …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026

June Council

Council interviews four candidates for city position

The Pierz City Council is holding a special meeting solely to interview four candidates for a city position. The agenda lists interview times for Cody Varner, Joe Stangl, Mark Hoheisel, and Eric Gaffke, followed by adjournment. No other business is scheduled.

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✓ Decided: Pierz Council narrows council seat candidates to two for second interviews

The Pierz City Council held a special meeting to interview four candidates for an open council seat. After discussion, they decided to invite Joe Stangl and Eric Gaffke back for second interviews on June 8, with plans to appoint and swear in the new member at that meeting. No final appointment was made at this meeting.

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CITY OF PIERZ City Council Special Meeting Agenda June 3, 2026 4:30 P.M. 1 Call Special Meeting to Order: Agenda: Interview Schedule: 4:30 pm Cody Varner 5:00 pm Joe Stangl 5:30 pm Mark Hoheisel 6:00 pm Eric Gaffke Adjournment:
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Special Meeting June 3, 2026 4:30 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Gary Berg, Council Member Don Bujalski, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl City Council opened the special meeting to conduct interviews at 4:30 pm for the open council seat. CODY VARNER: City Council interviewed Mr. Varner at 4:30 pm with discussion after the interview was completed. JOE STANGL: City Council interviewed Mr. Stangl at 5:00 pm with discussion after the interview was completed. MARK HOHEISEL: City Council interviewed Mr. Hoheisel at 5:30 pm with discussion after the interview was completed. ERIC GAFFKE: City Council interviewed Mr. Gaffke at 6:00 pm with discussion after the interview was completed. COUNCIL DISCUSSION: The council members reviewed all interviews to determine who would be the best fit for the city and residents. After much discussion they would like to bring Joe Stang] and Eric Gaffke back in for second interviews on Monday June 8 starting at 5:15 pm. Will plan to bring to the 6/8/26 council meeting to accept and Oath in the new council member. ADJOURNMENT: A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to adjourn the city council meeting at 6:24 pm. Motion carried unanimously. 5 Re Gary bere. Mavor Page | of 1
Tue May 26, 2026

May Council

Pierz Council to accept resignations, declare vacancies, and approve donations

The Pierz City Council is meeting to handle routine business, including accepting a resignation and declaring vacancies on the council, approving donations for the park playground, and considering a public hearing request from the Planning and Zoning Commission. Department updates cover fire, police, public works, clubhouse, and golf course matters, including a sidewalk bid and a fund transfer.

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✓ Decided: Pierz Council accepts resignations, approves concrete work and donations

The Pierz City Council approved several resolutions, including accepting a resignation and declaring a vacancy, accepting donations for the park playground, and authorizing a fund transfer for a golf course TDR reader. They also approved a public hearing for June 22, accepted a fire department retirement, approved concrete work for city projects, and donated use of the North Shelter for a Legion picnic. The council also approved a $1,000 donation for Oktoberfest and discussed the playground fundraising progress.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA May 26, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- Gary Berg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The Pierz City Council appreciates everyone attending tonight’s meeting. Please be respectful, allow one person to speak at a time, and speak only when recognized by the presiding officer. Personal attacks, disruptive behavior, or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Speakers are limited to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation and involvement in our community. 4. Oath to Office-Gary Berg Mayor 5. Approval of Minutes: • Regular City Council Meeting May 11, 2026 6. Adjustments to the Agenda: 7. Approval of Agenda: 8. Resolutions: • #2026-0526-1 Accepting Resignation and Declaring a Vacancy • #2026-0526-2 Declaring a Vacancy in the Office of City Council Member • #2026-0526-3 Accepting Donations for the Pierz Park Playground 9. Public Hearing Request P&Z June 22: MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 10. Department Updates: • Fire Department: o Phil Scribner Resignation • Police Department: o Cody Court Signage • Public Works Department: o Sidewalk Bid • Clubhouse: o North Shelter Donation-Pierz Legion Annual 7/8/26 1700-2100 • Golf Course: o #2026-0526-4 Fund Tra …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting May 26, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Gary Berg, Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker City Administrator, Scott Saehr Assistant Fire Chief, Rick Wacker Public Works COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The Pierz City Council appreciates everyone attending tonight’s meeting. Please be respectful, allow one person to speak at a time, and speak only when recognized by the presiding officer. Personal attacks, disruptive behavior, or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Speakers are limited to five (5) minutes. Thank you for your cooperation and involvement in our community. OATH-MAYOR: City Clerk Sarah Fyten Oath in Council Member Gary Berg to Mayor. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from May 11, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. ADDITIONS/EDITS TO AGENDA: APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Fyten and seconded by Council Member Lynn Egan to approve the agenda as is. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTIONS: #2026-0526-1 Accepting Resignation and Declaring a Vacancy A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve resolution #2026-0526-1 accepting resignation and declaring a vacancy. Motion carried unanimousl …
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Mon May 11, 2026

May Council

✓ Decided: Council accepts mayor's resignation, appoints Gary Berg as mayor

The Pierz City Council accepted Mayor John Perleberg's resignation effective May 11, 2026, and unanimously appointed Council Member Gary Berg to serve as mayor for the remainder of the term. The council also approved several routine items, including permits, reports, a liquor license renewal, a wage increase, and a new hire. A motion to return unloaned Small Cities Development Program funds to DEED was also approved.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA May 11, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approval of Minutes: Regular City Council Meeting April 27, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. Claims Report – April $353,649.32: 8. Treasurers Report – April $3,444,170.33: 9. Liquor License Renewal for 7/1/26-6/30/27 10. Park Committee • Update from May 6 Meeting • Playground Update • Clubhouse 6-Month Review/Pay Increase • Hiring Committee-Grounds Crew Lead M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ 11. Department Updates: • Police Department: • Fire Department: o Phil Scribner Retirement • Public Works Department: • Clubhouse: • Golf Course: 12. City Administrator Update: • Garage Sale Days May 13-May 16 • Clean Up Day May 16 8:00-10:00 am • Rock Roll and Stroll Event first one is June 4 13. Council Updates: Adjourn ______________ p.m. M____ …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting May 11, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor John Perleberg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Gary Berg, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker, Administrator, Rick Wacker, Public Works Director, Andy Leidenfrost, Clubhouse Lead COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. LETTER FROM MAYOR PERLEBERG: Acting Mayor Gary Berg reads the resignation of John Perleberg effective May 11, 2026, at 5:00 pm. Council thanked him for his service. A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Lynn Egan to accept the resignation of Mayor John Perleberg effective May 11, 2026. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from April 27, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. ADDITIONS/EDITS TO AGENDA: Planning and Zoning and Vacant seat, Appointment. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the agenda as is. Motio …
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Mon Apr 27, 2026

April Council

✓ Decided: Council approves 2025 clean audit, hires grounds crew, accepts fire resignation

The Pierz City Council approved the 2025 city audit, which received an unmodified (clean) opinion, and accepted the resignation of firefighter Jason Leeb. They also approved posting for a Lead Grounds Crew position with a pay range of $22-$32/hour, and approved additional golf course mower repairs. All votes were unanimous except for the planning and zoning approvals, where Council Member Egan abstained.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA April 27, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approval of Minutes: • Regular City Council Meeting April 13, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. 2025 City Audit Review-Ashley Meagher, CPA: 8. Planning and Zoning: • Toby Egan – 305 Park Ave SW – Concrete Permit • Dan Loscheider - 385 Cody Court - Garage Addition 9. Resolutions: • #2026-0427-1 Accepting Donations for the Pierz Park Playground 10. Exempt Permit St. Joseph’s Church Bizarre 8/2/26 11. Ground Crew Hire: MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 12. Department Updates: • Fire Department: o Jason Leeb-Retirement • Police Department: • Public Works Department: • Clubhouse: o Hellie Field Banner Advertisement • Golf Course: 13. City Administrator Update: • Garage Sales and Clean Up Day 14. Council Updates: Adjourn _______ …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting April 27, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor John Perleberg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Gary Berg, City Clerk Sarah Fyten ABSENT: City Treasurer Kaye Stang] STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker City Administrator, Fire Chief Dan Rocheleau, Andy Leidenfrost Clubhouse Lead, Rick Wacker Public Works COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Don Bujalski to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from April 13, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. ADDITIONS/EDITS TO AGENDA: APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Gary Berg to approve the agenda as is. Motion carried unanimously. 2025 CITY AUDIT REVIEW: Ashley Meagher, CPA from Schlenner and Wenner presented the 2025 City Audit Review. She distributed three documents and explained that the top document summarizes the other two. Ashley reviewed the audit process and reported that the City received an unmodified (clean) audit opinion, the highest level of assurance. She noted the a …
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Mon Apr 13, 2026

April Council

Pierz Council to consider concrete permit, claims, and veteran park proposal

The Pierz City Council is meeting to approve the March minutes, claims of $308,536.38, and the treasurer's report of $3,330,469.88. They will also discuss a concrete permit for 302 Edward St N, a tentative Veteran Park proposal from the Walking Wings Committee, and a Morrison County easement donation request for the 2027 bridge. Department updates include a seal coating bid, a police permit request, and a golf course hire at $20/hr.

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✓ Decided: Council approves Walkin Wings veteran memorial expansion project

The Pierz City Council approved a multi-year plan by the Walkin Wings Committee to expand the veteran's memorial in the city park, with no city funding required. The council also denied Morrison County's request for donated easements for the 2027 bridge project, instead requiring payment and earmarking funds for a golf course sign. Several routine items were approved, including the March claims and treasurer's reports, a concrete permit, an employee handbook update, a sealcoating quote, and a new hire.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA April 13, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approval of Minutes: Regular City Council Meeting March 23, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. Planning and Zoning: • Kevin & Natalie Stuckmayer (Keith Herold) – 302 Edward St N – Concrete Permit 8. Claims Report – March $308,536.38: 9. Treasurers Report – March $3,330,469.88: 10. Walking Wings Committee: • Tentative Veteran Park Proposal Jenny Smude, Barb Tretter, Jim Kahlhammer 11. Morison County Easement Donation Request 2027 Bridge: M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ M____ 2nd ____ 12. City Handbook Update: 13. Department Updates: • Fire Department: • Police Department: o Walkin Wings Permit Request • Public Works Department: o Seal Coating Bid • Clubhouse: o Pierz School Peer Helper Training-North Shelter Donation Friday May 8, all day • Golf Course: o Kyle Nash $20 …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting April 13, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor John Perleberg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Gary Berg, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: Police Chief Eric Hanneken, Brad Dehler Grounds Crew Lead COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Lynn Egan to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from March 23, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. ADDITIONS/EDITS TO AGENDA: APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the agenda as is. Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING AND ZONING: Kevin & Natalie Stuckmayer (Keith Herold) — 302 Edward St N — Concrete Permit A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Don Bujalski to approve the planning and zoning request as recommended. Motion carried unanimously. CLAIMS REPORT- MARCH $308,536.38: City Treasurer Kaye Stang! shares the claims report for March $308,536.38. A motion was made by Council Member Ga …
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Mon Mar 23, 2026

March Council

Council to accept playground donations, close funds, surplus equipment

The Pierz City Council will vote on several resolutions, including accepting donations for the Pierz Park playground, dedicating funds to the Parks Fund, and authorizing the closure and consolidation of funds. They will also consider declaring public works equipment as surplus for sale or trade-in, and approve exempt permits for raffles. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and department updates.

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✓ Decided: Council approves fund consolidation, surplus equipment sale, tractor purchase

The Pierz City Council approved several resolutions, including consolidating funds into the Capital Projects Fund (4-1), declaring surplus equipment for sale, and purchasing a compact tractor. They also accepted a $35,000 donation for playground renovations, approved seasonal hires, and deferred a donation request to the budget process.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA March 23, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approval of Minutes: • Regular City Council Meeting March 9, 2026 • City Council Workshop March 17, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. Planning and Zoning: • Brittany Pauly – 120 Edward St S – Fence Permit 8. Pierz Area Commercial Club: • Presenting Donation for Playground Renovation 9. Resolutions: • #2026-0323-1 Accepting Donations for the Pierz Park Playground • #2026-0323-2 Dedicated Funds to the Parks Fund • #2026-0323-3 Authorizing the Closure and Consolidation of Funds MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 10. Approval of Exempt Permit: • Holy Trinity School Gym, Raffle 12/2/2026 • PACC Rock, Roll and Stroll, Raffle 9/3/2026 11. City Council Workshop March 17 Review: 12. Department Updates: • Fire Department: • Police Departmen …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting March 23, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor John Perleberg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Gary Berg, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stang] STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker, City Administrator, Rick Wacker Public Works Director, Brad Dehler Groundcrew Lead COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Gary Berg to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from March 9, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. A motion was made by Council Member Gary Berg and seconded by Council Member Don Bujalski to approve the city council workshop minutes from March 17, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the agenda as is. Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING AND ZONING: Brittany Pauly — 120 Edward St S ~ Fence Permit A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Lynn Egan to approve the planning and zoning requests as recommended. Motion …
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Tue Mar 17, 2026

March Council

Pierz Council workshop covers police, public works, and golf course

The Pierz City Council is holding a workshop to discuss operational items across several departments, including police, public works, senior center, playground project, golf course, clubhouse, and city vehicles. No formal decisions are listed; the agenda is a discussion list of topics.

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✓ Decided: Council workshop reviews equipment, housing, and park projects

The Pierz City Council held a workshop on March 17, 2026, discussing multiple topics but making no formal decisions. Key discussions included the potential transfer of a surplus squad car to city departments, tractor replacement quotes, a salt shed project, and the future of a city-owned apartment building. The council also reviewed a playground project with a funding shortfall, a camera system for the park, and a possible grant application for campground improvements. No votes were taken; direction was given to staff for further evaluation and future council action.

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CITY OF PIERZ City Council Workshop Agenda March 17, 2026 5:30 P.M. Call Workshop to Order: Agenda: — Police — Public Works o Equipment © Buildings o City Apartments o Open Items — Senior Center ~ Playground Project — Golf Course o Equipment o Open Items — Clubhouse o Grant Submission o Open Items — City Vehicles o GC Truck o PW Truck o Squad Car Adjournment:
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Workshop March 17, 2026 5:32 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor John Perleberg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Gary Berg, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker, City Administrator, Eric Hanneken, Police Chief, Rick Wacker Public Works Director, Brad Dehler, Golf Course Lead and Andy Leidenfrost, Clubhouse Lead POLICE: Chief Hanneken starts with: e Discussion held regarding use of a surplus squad car for city departments (public works/golf course). e Estimated value of used squad car: approximately $15,000. e General consensus: o Concept supported to reduce use of personal vehicles. o Staff to determine fair internal transfer value and bring back to council for approval. e The call load with the schools has dropped remaining manageable. PUBLIC WORKS Public Works Director Wacker start with: Equipment (Tractor Replacement): e Public Works reported receiving quotes to trade in the existing tractor. e The current tractor is not being used, and there is concern it will continue to lose value. e Proposal includes trading it in for a compact tractor with mower and sweeper, which would: o Beused year-round o Provide greater versatility for operations e Both quotes will be presented at the next council meeting for consideration and potential approval to proceed. Salt Shed / Storage: e Estimated cost for project: approximately $18,658 (base …
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Mon Mar 9, 2026

March Council

Pierz Council to review February claims and treasurer's report

The Pierz City Council is holding its regular March meeting to approve minutes, review the February claims report of $323,382.87 and treasurer's report of $3,329,198.99, and receive updates from departments. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

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✓ Decided: Pierz Council approves firefighter retirement benefit increase to $3,400

The Pierz City Council approved an increase in the firefighter retirement benefit from $3,200 to $3,400 per year of service, which will keep the fund at approximately 119% funded. The council also approved paying $14,300 for 26 firemen's annual contributions. Other actions included approving the February claims report of $323,382.87 and the treasurer's report of $3,329,198.99.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA March 9, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ City staff present: 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approval of Minutes: Regular City Council Meeting February 23, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. Claims Report-February $323,382.87 8. Treasurers Report-February $3,329,198.99 9. Workshop-March 17 at 5:30 pm MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 10. Department Updates: • Fire Department: o Fire Relief Association-Steve Boser • Police Department: • Public Works Department: • Clubhouse: • Golf Course: 11. City Administrator Update: 12. Council Updates: Adjourn ______________ p.m. MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting March 9, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor John Perleberg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Gary Berg, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: Laura Wacker, City Administrator, Andy Leidenfrost, Clubhouse Lead COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Gary Berg and seconded by Council Member Don Bujalski to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from February 23, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Gary Berg to approve the agenda as is. Motion carried unanimously. CLAIMS REPORT- FEBRUARY $323,382.87: City Treasurer Kaye Stangl shares the claims report for February $323,382.87. A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Fyten and seconded by Council Member Gary Berg to approve the claims report. Motion carried unanimously. TREASURERS REPORT- FEBRUARY $3,329,198.99: Stang] shares the treasurers report for February $3,329,198.99. A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Me …
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Mon Feb 23, 2026

February Council

Council to award park contract, accept donations, review updates

The Pierz City Council is meeting to approve minutes, accept donations for the park playground and Flock System, review sealed bids for a park contract, and receive updates from departments including fire, police, public works, clubhouse, and golf course. The agenda includes discussion items on staffing and wages, park commission updates, and an employee handbook, but no final decisions are listed for those topics.

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✓ Decided: Council awards $265,000 Pierz Park playground contract to St. Croix Recreation

The Pierz City Council unanimously approved Resolution #2026-0223-3, awarding the Pierz Park Playground Renovation Project contract to St. Croix Recreation for $265,000, despite it not being the lowest bid, because it was the only fully responsive bid meeting all specifications. The council also accepted donations for the playground, approved 2026 staffing for the clubhouse and golf course, and scheduled a workshop for March 17. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was largely routine.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA February 23, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approval of Minutes: • Regular City Council Meeting February 9, 2026 5. Adjustments to the Agenda: 6. Approval of Agenda: 7. Resolutions to Accept Donations: • #2026-0223-1 Accepting Donations for the Pierz Park Playground • #2026-0223-2 Accepting Donation for Flock System 8. Sealed Bid Review: • Resolution #2026-0223-3 Awarding Park Contract 9. City Council Workshop March 17 @ 5:30 pm: MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 10. Department Updates: • Fire Department: • Police Department: • Public Works Department: • Clubhouse: o Staffing and Wages o Park Commission Update o Stop Sign and Fencing by Beach o Cameras and Wi-Fi • Golf Course: o Staffing and Wages o General Update 11. City Administrator Update: • Employee Handbook 12. Council Updates: Adjourn …
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting February 23, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor John Perleberg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Gary Berg, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: City Administrator Laura Wacker, Public Works Director Rick Wacker, Clubhouse Lead Andy Leidenfrost, Golf Course Leads Brad Dehler and Jim Gross COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Gary Berg to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from February 9, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. ADDITIONS/REMOVAL OF AGENDA: Removal of resolution #2026-0223-2 to be brought to a workshop. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Lynn Egan to approve the agenda as is. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTIONS TO ACCEPT DONATIONS: A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Fyten and seconded by Council Member Gary Berg approving Resolution #2026-0223-1 accepting donations for the Pierz Park playground. Motion carried unanimously. SEALED BID REVIEW AND RESOLUTI …
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Mon Feb 9, 2026

February Council

Pierz Council to consider permits, $619K claims, $3K school donation

The Pierz City Council is meeting to approve minutes, consider two permits for a property on Karst Street, review January financial reports, and decide on a $3,000 school donation request. Department updates and administrator reports are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Pierz Council approves $8,729 truck upgrade, $3,000 school donation

The Pierz City Council approved a $8,728.98 upgrade from a half-ton to a one-ton truck for Public Works, funded from the heavy machinery budget. The council also approved a $3,000 donation to Pierz Public School, the January claims report of $619,030.80, the treasurer's report of $3,294,497.57, and two permits for Nicholas Lochner at 304 Karst St. A discussion on the golf course playground project raised questions about funding amounts and timeline, with a workshop proposed for further review.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA February 9, 2026 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ City staff present: 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approval of Minutes: Regular City Council Meeting January 26, 2026 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Planning and Zoning • Nicholas Lochner – 304 Karst St – Small Accessory Structure Permit • Nicholas Lochner – 304 Karst St – Fence Permit 7. Claims Report-January $619,030.80 8. Treasurers Report-January $3,294,497.57 9. School Donation Request: $3,000 MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 10. Department Updates: • Fire Department: • Police Department: • Public Works Department: o Truck Update • Clubhouse: • Golf Course: 11. City Administrator Update: 12. Council Updates: Adjourn ______________ p.m. MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting February 9, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor John Perleberg, Council Member Don Bujalski, Council Member Gary Berg, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: City Administrator Laura Wacker, Public Works Director Rick Wacker COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Gary Berg and seconded by Council Member Don Bujalski to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from January 26, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Gary Berg to approve the agenda as is. Motion carried unanimously. PLANNING AND ZONING: Nicholas Lochner ~ 304 Karst St - Small Accessory Structure Permit Nicholas Lochner — 304 Karst St - Fence Permit A motion was made by Council Member Gary Berg and seconded by Council Member Don Bujalski to approve the planning and zoning requests as recommended. Motion carried unanimously. CLAIMS REPORT- JANUARY $619,030.80: City Treasurer Kaye Stang] shares the claims report for January $619,030.80. A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and second …
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Mon Jan 26, 2026

January Council

Pierz Council to set polling place, accept donations, open sealed bids

The Pierz City Council is meeting to approve minutes, designate the polling place, accept donations, and begin the sealed bid process for a project, with bids opening February 17 and council acceptance on February 23. Department updates from fire, police, public works, clubhouse, and golf course, plus a city administrator update on the Board of Appeal and Equalization, are also on the agenda.

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✓ Decided: Council approves 2026 polling place, donations, and sealed bid process

The Pierz City Council approved three resolutions: designating the 2026 polling place, accepting donations for the Pierz Park Project, and authorizing a sealed bid process for a project. The council also received updates from the police and public works departments, including the 2025 police annual report and winter maintenance efforts, but took no action on those items.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA January 26, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ City staff present: 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approval of Minutes: Regular City Council Meeting January 12, 2026 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Resolution #2026-0126-1 to Designate Polling Place 7. Resolution #2026-0126-2 to Accept Donations 8. Sealed Bid Process: • Scope of Project Post in Newspaper-2/1 o Deadline-2/17 @ 4:30 pm o Open Day- 2/17 @ 4:45 pm • 2/23 Council Meeting for acceptance MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 9. Department Updates: • Fire Department: • Police Department: • Public Works Department: • Clubhouse: • Golf Course: 10. City Administrator Update: • Board of Appeal and Equalization 4/16 @ 1:00 pm 11. Council Updates: Adjourn ______________ p.m. MB____ 2nd ____
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting January 26, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor John Perleberg, Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Gary Berg, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: City Administrator Laura Wacker, Chief of Police Eric Hanneken, Public Works Director Rick Wacker COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Don Bujalski to approve the regular city council meeting minutes from January 12, 2026, as is. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Gary Berg and seconded by Council Member Don Bujalski to approve the agenda as is. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION #2026-0126-1 TO DESIGNATE POLLING PLACE: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Gary Berg to approve Resolution #2026-0122-1 for the designated polling place in 2026. Motion carried unanimously. RESOLUTION #2026-0126-2 TO ACCEPTING DONATIONS: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve Resolution #202 …
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Mon Jan 12, 2026

January Council

Pierz Council to review December finances, food shelf resolution

The Pierz City Council is holding its regular January meeting to approve minutes, the treasurer's and claims reports, and a resolution regarding the food shelf. The council will also receive updates on park committee staffing and donation requests. The agenda is largely routine administrative business.

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✓ Decided: Council approves $26,715 mower deck purchase, clubhouse hires

The Pierz City Council approved several routine items and park/golf course actions. They approved the December treasurer's report ($3,603,382.73) and claims report ($490,850.75), a Food Shelf grant resolution, and a $1,000 Freedom Fest sponsorship. They also approved posting for two clubhouse team leads, hiring 10-12 part-time clubhouse staff, changing Park Committee meetings to the second Wednesday, and a $26,715.47 rough mower deck purchase. A donation request from the Initiative Foundation was declined due to budget constraints.

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CITY OF PIERZ AGENDA January 12, 2026, 7:00 P.M. Present: Mayor- John Perleberg ___ Council Members- Don Bujalski ___ Lynn Egan ___ Gary Berg ___ City Clerk- Sarah Fyten ___ Treasurer- Kaye Stangl___ City staff present: 1. Call Regular City Council Meeting to Order 2. Pledge of Allegiance 3. Council Protocol: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. 4. Approval of Minutes: Regular City Council Meeting December 22, 2025 5. Approval of Agenda 6. Treasurers Report-December-$3,603,382.73 7. Claims Report-December- $490,850.75 8. Resolution 2026-0112-1 Food Shelf 9. Park Committee Update: • Open Application Process o Team Lead Position o Clubhouse Staff • Park Committee Meeting Day/Time o Second Wednesday at 6:00 pm MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____ 10. City Administrator Update: • Donation Requests 11. Council Updates: Adjourn ______________ p.m. MB____ 2nd ____ MB____ 2nd ____
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CITY OF PIERZ Official Minutes of the Pierz City Council City Council Meeting January 12, 2026 7:00 PM MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Don Bujalski Council Member Lynn Egan, Council Member Gary Berg, City Clerk Sarah Fyten, City Treasurer Kaye Stangl STAFF PRESENT: City Administrator Laura Wacker, Brad Dehler Golf Course, Andy Leidenfrost Clubhouse COUNCIL PROTOCOL: The City Council Members are here to serve the City of Pierz. We expect respectful conduct at all times. Slander or inappropriate language will not be tolerated. Please speak only when addressed, one person at a time. Each speaker has a 5-minute time limit. We thank you for your cooperation. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: A motion was made by Council Member Don Bujalski and seconded by Council Member Lynn Egan to approve the regular city council meeting from December 22, 2025, with the adjustment to the exempt permit approval for church bingo. Motion carried unanimously. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: A motion was made by Council Member Lynn Egan and seconded by Council Member Sarah Fyten to approve the agenda with the addition of adding the golf course. Motion carried unanimously. TREASURERS REPORT- DECEMBER $3,603,382.73: City Treasurer Kaye Stang] shares the treasurers report for December $3,603,382.73. A motion was made by Council Member Sarah Fyten and seconded by Council Member Don Bujalski to approve the treasurer’s report. Motion carried unanimously. CLAIMS REPORT- DECEMBER §$ $490,850.75: Stang] shares the claims re …
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