Reedsburg public meetings in 2025

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss proposed changes to Chapter 518 (Solid Waste) in response to new DNR recycling requirements, consider temporary Christmas street names (e.g., Candy Cane Lane), and receive an update on the Wastewater Treatment Plant project. No binding votes are expected; all items are for discussion only.

• Discussion of changes to Chapter 518 Solid Waste based on DNR recycling regulations
• Discussion of Christmas street names (e.g., Candy Cane Lane)
• Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) project update

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for December 16, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered, and the board will not discuss or act on any topics. The board will only receive information on non‑agenda topics from the public, without discussion or action.

Parks & Recreation Committee

This meeting was cancelled and no business will be conducted. No items were discussed or decided.

Utility Commission

The Utility Commission will hold a public informational meeting on Reedsburg's Water Supply Service Area Plan, reviewing the proposed plan and taking public comment. The commission will also reconsider an Energy Efficiency Grant award to United Methodist Church. Other agenda items include approval of bills, allocation of 2026 joint expenses, and updates on fiber department job descriptions. The meeting will close with a closed session for employee compensation and performance evaluation.

• Public informational meeting on Water Supply Service Area Plan (NR854)
• Reconsider United Methodist Church Energy Efficiency Grant award
• Consider 2026 allocation of joint expenses among departments
• Consider Fiber Department job description updates
• Closed session for employee compensation and performance evaluation data

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Library Board will review financial reports and consider changes to the 2026 budget, including a cost-of-living adjustment and a proposal to purge older library charges. The board will also discuss an updated emergency policy and a fundraising feasibility process.

• Consider updated Emergency Policy
• Consider changes to 2026 budget, specifically COLA
• Consider proposal to purge old charges from 10-years to 5-years
• Consideration of Fundraising Feasibility Process

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will meet to approve minutes and consider new funding for the Peak Performance Academy and the Blake Matthew Mindful Memorial Foundation under the Business Incubator Program. The meeting includes a closed session to review a business plan.

• Approve October 21, 2025 minutes
• Consider new funding for Peak Performance Academy
• Consider new funding for Blake Matthew Mindful Memorial Foundation
• Closed session to review business plan for startup business

The board approved the December 9 meeting minutes and moved to a closed session to review a business incubator plan, then reconvened in open session. It approved $1,000 for six months to Peak Performance Academy starting January 2026, and $1,500 for six months to Blake Matthew Mindful Memorial Foundation starting April 2026. The meeting was adjourned at 5:46 PM.

• Approved 10/21/25 meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved moving to closed session for incubator business plan review (motion passed)
• Approved moving to open session (motion passed)
• Approved $1,000 funding for Peak Performance Academy for 6 months starting Jan 2026 (motion passed)
• Approved $1,500 funding for Blake Matthew Mindful Memorial Foundation for 6 months starting Apr 2026 (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:46 PM (motion passed)

City Plan

The Reedsburg City Plan Commission will vote on a conditional use permit for RV sales at 1115 Commercial Ave and consider Ordinance No. 1980-26 to rezone 821 Lucky Street as Government and 875 Lucky Street as I-1 Light Industrial. The commission will also discuss proposed changes to the noxious weed ordinance and junk/junk vehicle ordinances. Approval of minutes from October 14, 2025, is also on the agenda.

• Conditional Use Permit for RV sales at 1115 Commercial Ave (parcel #276-1699-30000) by Vintage Camper Restoration, LLC
• Ordinance No. 1980-26 to rezone 821 Lucky Street as Government and 875 Lucky Street as I-1 Light Industrial
• Discussion of noxious weed ordinance § 402-3(F)
• Discussion of junk and junk vehicle ordinances § 402-3(K) and § 402-3(L)

The Reedsburg Plan Commission approved the minutes from the October 14, 2025 meeting. It approved a conditional use permit allowing Vintage Camper Restoration, LLC to sell RVs in the I‑3 Industrial Park zone. The commission also recommended approval of rezoning 821 Lucky Street as Government and 875 Lucky Street as I‑1 Light Industrial. The meeting was adjourned at 6:15 PM.

• Approved October 14, 2025 plan commission minutes
• Approved conditional use permit for RV sales at 1115 Commercial Ave (Vintage Camper Restoration, LLC)
• Recommended approval to Council to rezone 821 Lucky Street as Government
• Recommended approval to Council to rezone 875 Lucky Street as I‑1 Light Industrial
• Adjourned meeting at 6:15 PM

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will vote on a development agreement for a gym, seek state funding for airport improvements, and consider naming a bridge. The meeting also includes a public hearing and a discussion on alternate side parking.

• Approve Development Agreement with Victor Statz for 1.5 acres in Business Park
• Public Hearing on Resolution 4583-25 for Airport Improvement Aid
• Approve/Deny Resolution 4583-25 for Airport Improvement Aid
• Recommendation to name S Webb Ave. bridge the Merv Jaech Bridge
• Discussion on Alternate Side Parking from Dec 1 to April 1

The Common Council voted unanimously to approve a development agreement with Victor Statz for the sale of 1.5 acres in the Business Park for a gym. The council also approved the consent agenda and adopted Resolution 4583-25 requesting airport improvement aid from the U.S. Secretary of Transportation. No public comments were made on the airport resolution.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved Development Agreement with Victor Statz for 1.5‑acre gym site (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 4583-25 petitioning for airport improvement aid (7-0)

Economic Development Commission

The Economic Development Commission will review several items, including a recommendation for a Conditional Use Permit for Vintage Camper Restoration, LLC, and a proposed memorandum of understanding with DeYoung Storage Units in the Business Park. The commission will also examine the Viking Drive Business Park Master Development Plan, a demonstration of Placer Labs software, and an update on past and present projects. Finally, members will discuss priority goals for 2026. No action by the Common Council is expected at this meeting.

• Consider recommending Conditional Use Permit for Vintage Camper Restoration, LLC
• Consider MOU for DeYoung Storage Units in Business Park
• Review Viking Drive Business Park Master Development Plan
• Review demonstration of Placer Labs software
• Discuss priorities for 2026

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will receive a presentation from Baker Street Consulting Group on a fundraising feasibility proposal. Following the presentation, the board may discuss and take possible action on next steps for the fundraising feasibility process.

• Presentation and consideration of Fundraising Feasibility Proposal from Baker Street Consulting Group with possible action on next steps

Historic Preservation Commission

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission will consider a Mackey/Heaton display and a recommendation for naming a bridge. Commissioners will discuss the city's requested response to AB 375 and a proposed S Park St historic designation. The meeting includes a presentation from the Wisconsin Historical Society on a possible S Park St historic district and a discussion of the commission’s plans for 2026.

• Consider Mackey/Heaton Display
• Consider recommendation of bridge naming
• Discuss requested response to AB 375
• Discuss proposed S Park St historic designation presentation
• Presentation from Wisconsin Historical Society on possible S Park St historic district

The Historic Preservation Commission approved its November 10 meeting minutes. It approved a recommendation to the City Council to name the Merv Jaech Bridge. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved the November 10, 2025 meeting minutes (motion approved)
• Approved recommendation to City Council to name the Merv Jaech Bridge (motion approved)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting (motion approved)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will vote on converting the ambulance employee handbook into a policies and procedures manual and removing redundancies with the city handbook. They will also hold a general discussion on employee wage increases. The meeting includes approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approve/Deny changes to City of Reedsburg Ambulance Employee Handbook (convert to policies and procedures manual, remove redundancies)
• General discussion on employee wage increases
• Approval of October 14, 2025 Personnel Committee meeting minutes
• Notice that a majority of Common Council may attend but will take no action

Airport Commission

The November 27, 2025 meeting of the Reedsburg Airport Commission has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will approve the minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting. It will consider Resolution 4584-25 to adopt the 2026 budget and set the tax levy. The council will hold a public hearing and vote on Ordinance No. 1979-25, which amends Chapter 690 concerning tourist rooming houses. Reports will be received from the Utility Commission and the Library Board.

• Approve minutes from the November 10, 2025 Common Council meeting (Consent agenda).
• Vote on Resolution 4584-25 to adopt the 2026 budget and set the tax levy.
• Public hearing and decision on Ordinance No. 1979-25 amending Chapter 690 – Tourist Rooming Houses.
• Receive reports from the Utility Commission.
• Receive reports from the Library Board.

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, adopting the minutes from the November 10 meeting. It then adopted Resolution 4584-25, setting the 2026 budget and tax levy, with a unanimous 7‑0 vote. The council also approved Ordinance 1975-25 for a second reading and public hearing as presented. The meeting was adjourned by a 7‑0 vote.

• Consent agenda (Nov 10 minutes) approved (7-0)
• Resolution 4584-25 Adoption of 2026 Budget and Tax Levy approved (7-0)
• Ordinance 1975-25 (2nd reading & public hearing) approved as presented (vote not recorded)
• Adjournment motion carried (7-0)

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for November 19, 2025, has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The November 18, 2025, meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee meeting on November 18, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The committee will only receive public information on non‑agenda topics and will not take action.

Community Development Authority

The Reedsburg Community Development Authority meeting scheduled for November 18, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered and the committee will not take any action. The meeting will be used only to gather information, but no decisions will be made.

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will discuss updates on safety, finances, and departmental reports. It will elect new officers to fill a vacancy. The commission will consider the 2026 electric and water budget and hold a closed session to review the 2026 LightSpeed budget and service rates.

• Election of Utility Commission officers to fill a vacancy
• Safety comments, concerns, and training updates
• Financial update including approval of bills
• Consideration of the 2026 electric and water budget
• Closed session to review the 2026 LightSpeed budget and service rates

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will hear a presentation from The Sweeney Group on a Fundraising Feasibility Proposal and may take action on next steps. The board will also consider updates to the Selection Policy and the Request for Reconsideration policy. Reports on finance, the director's update, and the library expansion will be presented.

• Presentation and possible action on Fundraising Feasibility Proposal by The Sweeney Group
• Consideration of updated Selection Policy
• Consideration of updated Request for Reconsideration policy
• Finance Report and Library Director's Report
• Bills from October (no amounts specified)

City Plan

The City Plan Commission meeting set for November 11, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items will be discussed or acted upon. The commission will only receive non‑agenda information from the public without discussion or decisions.

• Cancellation of the City Plan Commission meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Historic Preservation Commission

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission will consider a revised sign for the Mackey/Heaton property and discuss next steps. They will also discuss the impact of a recent preservation conference and plan a public meeting on December 1, 2025, regarding a Historic District designation with WHS and S Park St residents. Additionally, they will consider creating business cards for the commission.

• Consider revised Mackey/Heaton sign and discuss next steps
• Discuss impact of Historic Preservation Conference
• Discuss Historic District designation public meeting on December 1, 2025, with WHS and S Park St residents
• Consider creation and purchase of business cards for the Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the October 13, 2025 minutes with a $40 reimbursement amendment. It also approved the creation and purchase of new commission business cards containing contact information and the logo. Both motions were adopted without recorded vote counts.

• Approved 10/13/25 minutes with $40 reimbursement amendment
• Approved creation and purchase of new commission business cards

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will approve routine items on the consent agenda, including the October 27 meeting minutes and monthly reports. It will swear in two new police officers and recognize local first‑responder nominees. The council will discuss a possible development agreement with CAPT J LLC to sell an approximate .5‑acre lot for commercial use and may enter a closed session to consider purchasing public property. A Public Works Committee recommendation on Resolution 4582‑25 to change the city’s functional classification system will also be considered.

• Approve meeting minutes from the October 27, 2025 Common Council meeting (consent agenda).
• Swearing in of officers Brandon Schrank and Brendon Stelling to the Reedsburg Police Department.
• Discussion of a potential development agreement with CAPT J LLC to sell an approximate .5‑acre lot for commercial development.
• Consideration of entering closed session to deliberate purchase of public property in downtown and northeast side.
• Public Works Committee recommendation: Resolution 4582‑25 to approve changes to the City of Reedsburg functional classification system.

The council unanimously approved the consent agenda and a resolution updating the city’s functional classification system. It entered and later exited a closed session to discuss a potential property purchase, and unanimously approved a development agreement with CAPT J LLC for a .5‑acre commercial lot. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 4582-25 functional classification changes (6-0)
• Entered closed session for property purchase discussion (6-0)
• Exited closed session (6-0)
• Approved Development Agreement with CAPT J LLC (6-0)
• Adjourned meeting (6-0)

Personnel Committee

The November 3, 2025, meeting of the Reedsburg Personnel Committee has been canceled. The meeting was scheduled for 5:00 PM at Reedsburg City Hall Council Chambers.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider the first reading of an ordinance regarding tourist rooming houses. The body will also review appointments and receive reports from city commissions and staff.

• Ordinance No. 176-25 amending Chapter 690 regarding Tourist Rooming Houses
• Mayoral appointment of Chad Routson to the Reedsburg Utility Commission

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, which included the minutes from the October 13 meeting and the appointment of Chad Routson to the Reedsburg Utility Commission. The council also approved the first reading and scheduled a public hearing for Ordinance 1975-25 on November 24, 2025. All motions passed unanimously (7-0). The meeting adjourned at 6:09 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Appointed Chad Routson to Reedsburg Utility Commission (7-0)
• Approved 1st reading and set public hearing for Ordinance 1975-25 on Nov 24, 2025 (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will discuss hangar lease rates for 2026 and review lease agreements for six specific hangars. The body will also receive an update on airport planning documents.

• Consideration of 2026 hangar lease rates
• Consideration of hangar lease #13 Lichte
• Consideration of hangar lease #14 Fawcett
• Consideration of hangar lease #28 Kinsman
• Consideration of hangar leases #32 Bryant and #30 Jernander

The commission approved the August 28, 2025 minutes and voted to raise 2026 hangar lease rates to $262.50. It approved new lease renewals for Hangars #13 (Lichte), #14 (Fawcett), #28 (Kinsman) and #32 (Bryant). The commission decided to hold off on approving Hangar #30 (Jernander) lease until it is in compliance. A discussion of the Airport Master Plan resulted in no action.

• Approved August 28, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Raised 2026 hangar lease rates to $262.50 (motion carried)
• Approved Hangar #13 lease renewal for Lichte (motion carried)
• Approved Hangar #14 lease renewal for Fawcett (motion carried)
• Approved Hangar #28 lease renewal for Kinsman (motion carried)
• Approved Hangar #32 lease renewal for Bryant (motion carried)
• Held off on Hangar #30 lease renewal for Jernander until compliance (motion carried)
• No action on Airport Master Plan discussion

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission meeting scheduled for October 21, 2025, at the Reedsburg Ambulance Station has been canceled. The agenda included items for approval of minutes, general business, and chief's reports.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The October 21, 2025, meeting of the Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. No items were decided or discussed.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee will discuss updates on the hockey building project, including a possible name change, and consider capital improvement projects at Oak Park. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, a public comment period for non-agenda topics, and an update on department projects and programs. No final decisions are scheduled; items are for discussion and information gathering.

• Discussion of Hockey building project updates and possible name change by Hockey Club Association
• Consideration of CIP projects at Oak Park
• Update on department projects and programs
• Approval of minutes from September 16, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period for non-agenda topics (no discussion or action)

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the September 16, 2025 meeting minutes. It unanimously recommended a name change for the hockey building to reflect a donor and to work with city staff on the exact name. No action was taken on the Oak Park CIP projects or on department projects and programs. The meeting was adjourned at 5:47 p.m.

• Approved September 16, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Recommended hockey building name change to reflect donor (5-0)
• No action taken on Oak Park CIP projects
• No action taken on department projects and programs
• Adjourned meeting at 5:47 p.m. (5-0)

Community Development Authority

The Reedsburg Community Development Authority will meet to gather information and consider items related to the Business Incubator Program. Items include a closed‑session review of a startup business plan, and proposals to provide six‑month funding for Sweet Sips Dirty Soda and for Moore Natural Beauty. The meeting is informational only; if a quorum of the Common Council is present, no formal action will be taken.

• Closed‑session review of a startup business plan under the Business Incubator Program
• Proposal for new six‑month funding for Sweet Sips Dirty Soda under the Business Incubator Program
• Proposal for additional six‑month funding for Moore Natural Beauty under the Business Incubator Program

The Authority approved the minutes from September 22, 2025. It moved to a closed session to review a startup business plan, then reconvened in open session. Funding of $750 for six months was approved for Sweet Sips Dirty Soda, and $400 for six months was approved for Moore Natural Beauty under the Business Incubator Program. The meeting was adjourned at 6:36 PM.

• Approved 9/22/25 minutes (motion approved)
• Approved moving to closed session (motion approved)
• Approved moving to open session (motion approved)
• Approved $750 six‑month funding for Sweet Sips Dirty Soda (motion approved)
• Approved $400 six‑month funding for Moore Natural Beauty (motion approved)
• Approved adjournment at 6:36 PM (motion approved)

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will discuss several updates, including safety comments, financial reports, and department reports. It will approve bills and begin discussion of the 2026 budget. A key decision item is the reconsideration of the United Methodist Church energy efficiency grant award. A closed session will address protected customer information.

• Employee Service Recognition for Bonnie Dix, Accounting Assistant (15 years)
• Presentation of WPPI Community Service Awards to Jim Krueger and Mike Gargano
• Approve Bills and discuss the 2026 budget in the Financial Update
• Reconsider United Methodist Church Energy Efficiency Grant award
• Closed session to discuss protected customer information

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will discuss proposed changes to the WDOT Functional Classification Map, a sewer credit policy, the CEP budget, and receive an update on current projects at its October 15, 2025 meeting. No final decisions are expected; items are under consideration only.

• Consideration of proposed changes to WDOT Functional Classification Map
• Consideration of sewer credit policy
• Consideration of CEP Budget
• Update on current projects
• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The Public Works Committee approved the September 17, 2025 meeting minutes. It forwarded a resolution to the Common Council to approve the WDOT Functional Classification Map. The committee adopted a sewer credit policy for large water uses. It voted to remove the plow truck from the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan.

• Approved September 17, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Forwarded resolution to Common Council to approve WDOT Functional Classification Map (motion carried)
• Approved sewer credit policy for large water uses (motion carried)
• Removed plow truck from 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (motion carried)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will decide on a proposed shift change for Public Works employees and the removal of two personal days. The committee may also enter a closed session to discuss employee discipline or dismissal.

• Proposed Public Works work schedule change to four ten-hour shifts (Monday-Thursday) starting January 1, 2026
• Proposed removal of 2 personal days for Public Works employees on ten-hour shifts
• Potential closed session regarding the dismissal, demotion, licensing, or discipline of a city employee

The committee approved the minutes from the August 12, 2025 meeting. It voted to change Public Works employees' schedule to four ten‑hour shifts, Monday‑Thursday, starting January 1, 2026. The committee entered and later exited a closed session to discuss employee discipline matters. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved August 12, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved change to Public Works ten‑hour shifts, Monday‑Thursday, effective Jan 1, 2026 (3-0)
• Moved into closed session to consider employee dismissal, licensing, or discipline (3-0)
• Returned from closed session (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will review a site plan for a 5,000 sq ft addition to Madison College - Reedsburg, consider amendments to the tourist rooming house ordinance, and discuss the noxious weed ordinance. No final action will be taken by the Common Council, which may attend for information only.

• Site plan review for a 5,000 sq ft addition to Madison College - Reedsburg at 300 Alexander Ave, parcel #276-1908-00000
• Consider tourist rooming house ordinance amendments
• Discuss noxious weed ordinance § 402-3(F)

The commission approved the minutes from the September 9, 2025 meeting. It approved the site plan for an approximately 5,000‑square‑foot addition to Madison College at 300 Alexander Avenue, to be built to LEED Silver criteria. The commission recommended approval of amendments to the tourist rooming house ordinance, separating state‑mandated rentals and moving the ordinance to the zoning code.

• Approved September 9, 2025 Plan Commission minutes (motion approved)
• Approved site plan for ~5,000 sq ft Madison College addition at 300 Alexander Ave (motion approved)
• Recommended approval of tourist rooming house ordinance amendments, separating state‑mandated rentals and moving ordinance to zoning ordinance (motion approved)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will review the Cemetery Walk and consider future plans. It will examine designs for the Mackey/Heaton installation and decide next steps. The body will discuss participation in the Historic Preservation Conference and a 2026 CLG Grant application. It will also consider ideas for projects in the upcoming year. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Review Cemetery Walk and discuss future plans
• Review designs for Mackey/Heaton installation and determine next steps
• Discuss participation at Historic Preservation Conference
• Discuss 2026 CLG Grant application
• Discuss ideas for projects in upcoming year

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the September 8, 2025 meeting minutes. It authorized a $40 payment to Dave Moon for costume reimbursement. The commission also voted to move forward with the 2026 CLG grant application. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:28 PM.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (motion by Aaron Bauer, seconded by Stephanie Hasler)
• Approved $40 reimbursement to Dave Moon for costume (motion by Stephanie Hasler, seconded by Aaron Bauer)
• Approved proceeding with the 2026 CLG grant application (motion by Monica Liegel, seconded by Nancy Manion)
• Approved adjournment of the meeting at 5:28 PM (motion by Stephanie Hasler, seconded by Jeff Seering)

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will approve meeting minutes, an alcohol license, and monthly reports. The body will also receive a financial audit presentation and a design update for the Public Library Project.

• Approve September 8, 2025 Common Council Meeting minutes
• Approve Alcohol Beverage License Application for Kwik Trip, Inc.
• Receive September Monthly Payments Report
• Receive September Monthly Building Permit Report
• Receive presentation on 2024 Financial Audit

The Common Council approved the consent agenda with a 9-0 vote. The agenda included the September Monthly Payments Report, Building Permit Report, Ambulance Report, an alcohol beverage license for Kwik Trip, Inc., and the September 8 meeting minutes. The council then adjourned the meeting with a 9-0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved consent agenda (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the 2026 budget proposal. The board will also consider and potentially approve or deny concept designs and a future site for the library presented by FEH Design.

• Consideration of 2026 Budget proposal
• Approval or denial of future library site and concept designs by FEH Design
• Library Expansion Report

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will hold a workshop on the Fiscal Year 2026 budget. No formal action will be taken at this meeting. The council will also receive public comments on non-agenda topics but will not discuss or act on them.

• Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Workshop (discussion only, no action)

Airport Commission

The September 25, 2025 meeting of the Reedsburg Airport Commission has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

Common Council

The September 22, 2025 Common Council meeting has been canceled. The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will hear a closed‑session review of a competitive business plan, then reconvene in open session. It will consider a first‑year funding request for Court & Main LLC as part of the Business Incubator Program and receive updates to the incubator plan. No other actions will be taken at this meeting.

• Closed‑session review of a startup business plan for competitive reasons
• Consideration of first‑year funding for Court & Main LLC under the Business Incubator Program
• Updates to the Business Incubator Plan

The Authority approved the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. It moved to a closed session to review a business plan, then returned to an open session. The board approved a $1,000 six‑month funding package for Court & Main LLC under the Business Incubator Program, and adopted the amended Incubator Plan. The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 PM.

• Approved 8/20/25 meeting minutes
• Approved moving to closed session for Business Incubator review
• Approved moving to open session
• Approved $1,000 first-year funding for Court & Main LLC (6 months)
• Approved amended Business Incubator Plan
• Approved adjournment at 6:05 PM

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will hold a closed session to review a business plan for a startup under the Business Incubator Program, then consider first-year funding for Court & Main LLC and updates to the Incubator Plan. They will also approve minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting and receive public comments without discussion or action.

• Approve minutes from August 20, 2025 meeting
• Closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(e) to review business plan for a startup in the Business Incubator Program
• Consider first-year funding for Court & Main LLC under the Business Incubator Program
• Consider updates to the Incubator Plan

The board approved the previous meeting's minutes and authorized a closed session before returning to open session. It approved $1,000 in first-year funding for Court & Main LLC under the Business Incubator Program, with a six‑month term and a possible return after six months. The amended Business Incubator Plan was also approved. The meeting was adjourned at 6:05 PM.

• Approved 8/20/25 meeting minutes
• Approved moving to closed session
• Approved moving to open session
• Approved $1,000 first-year funding for Court & Main LLC (6 months)
• Approved amended Business Incubator Plan
• Approved adjournment at 6:05 PM

Public Works Committee

The committee will consider a sewer credit for Reedsburg Hardwoods, discuss the 2025 budget, and receive updates on current projects. There will also be a public comment period and approval of the August 20, 2025 minutes. Note that a quorum of the Common Council may attend but will not take action.

• Consideration of sewer credit for Reedsburg Hardwoods
• Discussion of the 2025 budget
• Update on current projects
• Approval of August 20, 2025 minutes
• Public comment period

The committee approved the minutes from the August 20, 2025 meeting. It voted to give Reedsburg Hardwoods a 60% sewer credit retroactive to June 2025, lasting until December or until the water‑only meter is operational. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 20, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Granted Reedsburg Hardwoods a 60% sewer credit from June 2025 until December or meter activation (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will meet on September 17, 2025, at the Reedsburg Police Department. The body will enter a closed session to interview candidates for a Police Detective position.

• Closed session for Police Detective candidate interviews
• Information session for non-agenda public topics
• Meeting at Reedsburg Police Department, 200 South Park Street

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for September 16, 2025 was cancelled. No minutes were approved, and the board will not discuss or act on any topics. No decisions or public hearings were scheduled for this meeting.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will meet at Legends Park to consider installing two batting cages at South School Gym, receive department updates, and tour the splashpad and soccer field projects at Legends Park. The committee will also approve minutes from July and hear non-agenda public comments without discussion or action.

• Consideration of installing two batting cages at South School Gym
• Tour of Legends Park splashpad and soccer field projects
• Department updates from parks and recreation staff
• Approval of minutes from July 15, 2025 meeting

The committee approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes with a 4‑0 vote. No actions were taken on the proposed batting cages, department project updates, or the Legends Park tour. The meeting was adjourned at 5:45 p.m. with a unanimous 5‑0 vote.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• No action taken on installation of two batting cages at South School Gym
• No action taken on update of department projects and programs
• No action taken on tour of Legends Park splashpad and soccer field projects
• Adjourned meeting at 5:45 p.m. (5-0)

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will receive updates from each department, review the Treasurer's financial reports, and approve outstanding utility bills. No action will be taken on public‑raised non‑agenda topics or commission concerns. The meeting may move items to closed session if required.

• Financial Update – Treasurer’s reports and bill approvals
• Safety comments, concerns, and training updates
• Department updates: telecom, electric, water, marketing, HR
• Commission receives non‑agenda public topics (no action)
• Commission concerns presented (no action)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the preliminary 2026 budget and determine if a special meeting is needed for its approval. The board will also discuss the 2026 meeting schedule and closed dates.

• Preliminary 2026 Budget
• Library Expansion Report
• 2026 Closed Dates
• 2026 Board Meeting Schedule

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will consider a site plan review for a new 2,500 sq ft credit union building at 1825 E Main St. The commission will also discuss a tourist rooming house ordinance. Public comment will be received on non-agenda topics, but no action will be taken on those items.

• Site plan review for a new 2,500 sq ft credit union at 1825 E Main St (parcel #276-2200-06000)
• Discussion of a tourist rooming house ordinance

The commission approved the August 12, 2025 meeting minutes as amended. It approved the site plan for a new 2,500‑sq‑ft credit union at 1825 E Main St, subject to airport/FAA review. The commission adjourned the meeting at 6:24 PM. Staff will bring a revised tourist rooming‑house ordinance draft to the next meeting.

• Approved 8/12/25 meeting minutes (motion approved)
• Approved site plan for 2,500 sq ft credit union at 1825 E Main St, conditioned on airport/FAA review (motion approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:24 PM (motion approved)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will discuss preparations for the Cemetery Walk and Devor dedication. Members will also review a design and cost estimate for a Mackey/Heaton sign installation and an update on the Library Expansion.

• Cost estimate and design from LK Design for Mackey/Heaton sign installation
• Preparations for Cemetery Walk and Devor dedication
• Library Expansion update
• Attendance at Historic Preservation Conference

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It also approved the selected design from LK Design for the Mackey/Heaton sign, including the Como C and Combo B signatures and color scheme. The meeting was then adjourned at 5:19 PM.

• Approved August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (motion approved)
• Approved selected LK Design for Mackey/Heaton sign (Como C, Combo B, colors) (motion approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:19 PM (motion approved)

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on Resolution 4581-25 to exempt the city from paying the Sauk County library tax. It will also consider a $27,414 Webb Fund request for additional power in Webb Park and a preliminary 2026 capital equipment and improvement plan. A liquor license for Kwik Trip, Inc. will be approved as part of the consent agenda.

• Approve/deny Resolution 4581-25 exempting the city from the Sauk County library tax
• Approve/deny Webb Fund application for $27,414 for additional power in Webb Park
• Approve/deny preliminary 2026 Capital Equipment and Improvement Plan
• Approve alcohol beverage license for Kwik Trip, Inc. (agent change to Jacob Goeke) via consent agenda
• Receive August Monthly Payments and Building Permit reports via consent agenda

The Reedsburg Common Council unanimously approved a resolution exempting the city from the Sauk County Library tax. It also approved a $27,414 Webb Fund grant for additional power in Webb Park and adopted the preliminary 2026 Capital Equipment and Improvement Plan. The consent agenda, which included an alcohol beverage license for Kwik Trip, was also approved. All motions passed with a 9-0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda, including Kwik Trip alcohol license (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4581-25 exempting city from Sauk County Library tax (9-0)
• Approved Webb Fund application $27,414 for additional power in Webb Park (9-0)
• Approved preliminary 2026 Capital Equipment and Improvement Plan (9-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission will consider approving the March 27, 2025 minutes and discuss several business items. These include lease extensions for Hangar #32 (David Bryant) and Hangar #28 (John Kinsman), setting 2026 hangar lease rates, reviewing the Code of Ethics, and receiving an airport planning update. A quorum of the Common Council may attend but will not take action.

• Lease extension for Hangar #32 – David Bryant
• Lease extension for Hangar #28 – John Kinsman
• Consideration of 2026 hangar lease rates
• Review of Code of Ethics
• Airport planning update

The commission approved the March 27, 2025 meeting minutes and appointed Jason Schulte as chairman. It approved new leases for Hangar #32 (David Bryant) and Hangar #28 (John Kinsman). The commission agreed to use a new lease template for all future lease renewals. The meeting was adjourned at 8:00 a.m.

• Approved March 27, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Recommended Jason Schulte as Commission Chairman (motion carried)
• Extended lease for Hangar #32 – David Bryant (motion carried)
• Extended lease for Hangar #28 – John Kinsman (motion carried)
• Adopted new lease language for all expired leases (agreement)
• Adjourned meeting at 8:00 a.m. (motion carried)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will meet to conduct a closed session. The body will consider employment data specifically regarding the interviewing and hiring of police officer candidates.

• Closed session for interviewing/hiring of Police Officer(s) candidates

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the Reedsburg Police Officers Association for 2026-2028, and hold a public hearing on an ordinance amending the floodplain zoning to comply with FEMA's Community Rating System. They will also vote on a $27,414 Webb Fund application for additional power in Webb Park. A presentation on the 2024 Housing Market Study and affordable housing best practices will be given.

• Tentative collective bargaining agreement with Reedsburg Police Officers Association MPPA/LEER for 2026-2028
• 2nd reading and public hearing for Ordinance No. 1975-25 amending Floodplain Zoning Ordinance for FEMA Community Rating System
• Webb Fund application from Jenny Tourdot for Reedsburg Community Lights Group for additional power in Webb Park, $27,414
• Presentation on City of Reedsburg 2024 Housing Market Study and Housing Affordability Best Practices

The council approved the consent agenda, including minutes from the August 11 meeting, with a 9‑0 vote. Ordinance 1975-25, which updates the floodplain zoning ordinance to align with FEMA's Community Rating System, was adopted by a 9‑0 vote. The tentative collective bargaining agreement with the Reedsburg Police Officers Association for 2026‑2028 passed with an 8‑0‑1 vote, one member abstaining. The meeting was adjourned at 6:18 p.m. by a 9‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes from Aug 11) – vote 9-0
• Approved Ordinance 1975-25 amending floodplain zoning – vote 9-0
• Approved tentative collective bargaining agreement with RPPA – vote 8-0-1 (1 abstention)
• Adjourned meeting – vote 9-0

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan/Capital Expenditure Plan (CIP/CEP) budget and receive an update on current projects. The agenda includes approval of previous meeting minutes and a public comment period with no discussion or action on non-agenda topics.

• Consideration of the 2026 CIP/CEP budget
• Update on current city projects
• Approval of minutes from July 16, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period (no discussion or action)

The committee approved the July 16, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend the proposed 2020 Capital Improvement Program and Community Enhancement Program to the City Council as presented. No action was taken on the discussion of current project progress. The meeting was adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Recommended 2020 CIP/CEP to Council as presented (motion carried)
• No action on discussion of current project progress
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Community Development Authority

The Reedsburg Community Development Authority will discuss funding for the first year of two businesses applying to the Business Incubator Program: Christl Klear Consulting and Learning Centers, and TNT Sharpening LLC. The meeting also includes a closed‑session review of a startup business plan under the same program. Minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting will be approved, and updates to the Incubator Plan will be considered.

• Closed session to review business plan for a startup under the Business Incubator Program
• Consider first‑year funding for Christl Klear Consulting and Learning Centers
• Consider first‑year funding for TNT Sharpening LLC
• Consider updates to the Incubator Plan
• Approve minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting

The board approved first‑year funding of $2,000 for Christl Klear Consulting and Learning Centers and $300 for StudioBE LLC, each for six months. A request for funding for TNT Sharpening LLC was denied. The meeting also approved the prior minutes, moved to a closed session to review a startup business plan, then returned to open session, and adjourned at 7:21 p.m.

• Approved $2,000 first‑year funding for Christl Klear Consulting and Learning Centers (six months)
• Denied funding request for TNT Sharpening LLC
• Approved $300 first‑year funding for StudioBE LLC (six months)
• Approved moving to closed session to review business plan for startup under Business Incubator Program
• Approved moving to open session after closed session
• Approved minutes from 7/15/25
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for August 19, 2025, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The August 19, 2025, meeting of the Parks and Recreation Committee has been cancelled.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will note that the meeting originally set for Tuesday, August 19, 2025 has been rescheduled to Wednesday, August 20, 2025. The agenda includes approval of minutes and a statement that any non‑agenda topics presented by the public will be received for information only, with no discussion or action taken. No decisions will be made at this meeting.

• Reschedule CDA meeting from Aug 19 to Aug 20, 2025
• Approve minutes from previous meeting
• Public may present non‑agenda topics for information only
• No action or discussion on any items at this meeting

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will meet to review financial reports and department updates. The body will consider revisions to the Pgs-1 Parallel Generation (20 kW or Less) Tariff and review Energy Efficiency Grant applications.

• Consideration of Pgs-1 Parallel Generation (20 kW or Less) Tariff revisions
• Consideration of Energy Efficiency Grant applications
• WPPI Energy Presentation
• Approval of bills

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the finance report and July bills. The board is scheduled to decide on capital requests and discuss the priorities and timeline for a capital campaign. The meeting also includes a report on library expansion.

• Decision on capital requests
• Discussion of capital campaign priorities and timeline
• Library expansion report

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss negotiations with the Wisconsin Professional Police Association. The committee may move into closed session and consider recommendations to the Common Council regarding the contract starting January 2026.

• Negotiations with the Wisconsin Professional Police Association
• Potential recommendations to Common Council for the January 2026 police contract

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will review a site plan for a new addition to the RAHS building and discuss future land use for a property on La Valle Street. The body will also discuss a tourist rooming house ordinance and the future of the Courtyards Mobile Home Park.

• Site plan review for 4,975 sq ft addition to RAHS at 1100 S Albert Ave
• Discussion on future land use of 435 La Valle St
• Discussion on tourist rooming house ordinance
• Discussion on future of Courtyards Mobile Home Park lot

The meeting approved the July 15 minutes, moved to a closed session to review a business plan, then returned to an open session. First‑year funding of $2,000 for Christl Klear Consulting and Learning Centers and $300 for StudioBE LLC was approved, while a request for TNT Sharpening LLC was denied. The council adjourned the meeting at 7:21 p.m.

• Approved July 15 minutes (motion approved)
• Moved to closed session to review Business Incubator Program plan (motion approved)
• Moved back to open session (motion approved)
• Approved $2,000 first‑year funding for Christl Klear Consulting and Learning Centers (motion approved)
• Denied first‑year funding request for TNT Sharpening LLC (motion approved)
• Approved $300 first‑year funding for StudioBE LLC (motion approved)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:21 p.m. (motion approved)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission is meeting to review updates on local historic projects and coordinate city communications. The body will discuss progress on recognition at Mackey Park and plans for a cemetery walk.

• Review of Mackey & Heaton historic recognition at Mackey Park
• Review of Cemetery Walk plans for September 13
• Discussion on attendance at Local History and Historic Preservation Conference, Oct 15-17
• Update on a possible future historic museum
• Review of the HPC webpage and city coordination

The commission approved the July 14 minutes. It authorized Martin to work with LK Design on a historic sign, with a budget of up to $800 for design and printing. It also approved up to $700 for registration fees for the Local History and Historic Preservation Conference. The meeting was adjourned at 5:19 PM.

• Approved the July 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Authorized Martin to work with LK Design on sign design/print, up to $800
• Approved up to $700 for conference registration fees
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:19 PM

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will approve the sale of up to $26.9 million in sanitary sewerage system revenue bond anticipation notes and discuss investing public funds for development projects. The meeting also includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and various monthly reports.

• Authorize sale of up to $26,910,000 sanitary sewerage system revenue bond anticipation notes
• Receive July Monthly Building Permit Report
• Receive July Ambulance Report
• Receive July Monthly Payments Report
• Discuss investing public funds for development projects

The Common Council approved the consent agenda, including July reports, with an 8‑0 vote. It adopted Resolution 4581‑25 authorizing up to $26,910,000 in taxable sanitary sewerage system revenue bond anticipation notes, also 8‑0. The council entered and later exited a closed session, each motion passing 8‑0, and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, reports) – 8-0
• Approved Resolution 4581-25 authorizing up to $26,910,000 sewer revenue bond notes – 8-0
• Entered closed session for property and fund deliberations – 8-0
• Exited closed session – 8-0
• Adjourned meeting – 8-0

Personnel Committee

The Reedsburg City Personnel Committee meeting set for August 4, 2025 was canceled. No agenda items will be discussed or acted upon. No public information will be presented at this meeting.

Common Council

The July 28, 2025 Common Council meeting has been canceled. Only procedural items were listed before the cancellation notice.

Airport Commission

The Reedsburg Airport Commission meeting on July 24, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or decided. The commission will only receive information on non‑agenda topics and will not take any action.

Utility Commission

The Commission will meet to review financial reports and receive updates from the electric, water, and telecom departments. The body will also vote on the approval of bills and prior meeting minutes.

• Approval of bills
• Financial compilation reports
• Employee service recognition for Jace Rick
• Department updates for Electric, Water, and Telecom

Public Works Committee

The Reedsburg Public Works Committee will approve minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting. It will consider Change Order #1 for Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) Contract B. The committee will receive updates on current projects and conduct a tour of the new WWTP facility. No action will be taken by the Common Council at this meeting.

• Approve minutes for the May 21, 2025 meeting
• Consider Change Order #1 for WWTP Contract B
• Update on current public works projects
• Tour of the new WWTP facility

The committee approved the minutes from the May 21, 2025 meeting. It also approved Change Order #1 for Contract B, which addresses bedrock under the airport runways. The meeting was then adjourned. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of May 21, 2025 meeting (motion carried)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Contract B (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will meet to approve minutes from April 15, 2025. The body will receive monthly reports and updates from the Ambulance, Police, and Fire Chiefs.

• Approval of April 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Ambulance Chief monthly reports and updates
• Police Chief monthly reports and updates
• Fire Chief monthly reports and updates

The Police & Fire Commission adopted the meeting agenda with a 5‑0 vote. It then approved the minutes from the previous meeting, also by a unanimous 5‑0 vote. The commission adjourned at 7:24 a.m. with a 5‑0 motion. No other actions or policy decisions were taken.

• Adopt agenda – motion carried 5-0
• Approve previous meeting minutes – motion carried 5-0
• Adjourn meeting – motion carried 5-0

Zoning Board of Appeals

The July 15, 2025 meeting of the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals was cancelled. No items were scheduled for decision or discussion.

• Meeting cancelled; no action taken.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks & Recreation Committee will review the city's capital improvement and capital expenditure budget, discuss a name for a new park on the southwest side, receive updates on department projects and programs, and conduct its annual review of the Code of Ethics. No action will be taken on non‑agenda public topics. The committee may receive information but will not discuss those items.

• Consideration of the CIP/CEP budget
• Consideration of a name for a new park on the southwest side of Reedsburg
• Update on department projects and programs
• Annual review of the Code of Ethics

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the minutes from April 15, 2025. It also approved the city's Capital Improvement Plan/Capital Expansion Plan. The committee voted 5‑0 to name the new southwest park "Southridge Park". No action was taken on department project updates or the annual code of ethics.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved CIP/CEP (5-0)
• Approved park name “Southridge Park” for new southwest park (5-0)
• No action taken on department projects and programs
• No action taken on annual code of ethics
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Community Development Authority

The Reedsburg Community Development Authority will receive information on non‑agenda topics but will not act on them. The meeting will include a closed‑session review of a startup business plan, followed by an open session. The Authority will consider first‑year funding for The Library Grille & Old School Pizza and for Fay’s Spa Remedy LLC, and will discuss updates to the incubator plan.

• Closed session to review business plan for a startup under the Business Incubator Program
• Reopen the meeting into an open session
• Consider first-year funding for The Library Grille & Old School Pizza under the Business Incubator Program
• Consider additional first-year funding for Fay’s Spa Remedy LLC under the Business Incubator Program
• Consider updates to the Business Incubator Plan

The Community Development Authority approved $1,000 in first‑year funding for The Library Grille & Old School Pizza for six months after the business opens. It also approved $250 in first‑year funding for Fay’s Spa Remedy LLC for six months after the business begins operating. All motions were approved without recorded dissent.

• Approved $1,000 first‑year funding for Library Grille & Old School Pizza (6 months)
• Approved $250 first‑year funding for Fay’s Spa Remedy LLC (6 months)
• Approved the July 15, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved moving to closed session (multiple times)
• Approved moving to open session (multiple times)
• Adjourned the meeting at 5:30 p.m.
• Re‑convened the meeting at 5:45 p.m.
• Adjourned the meeting at 6:04 p.m.

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss the design and wording for the Mackey/Heaton historic recognition and review plans for the Cemetery Walk. Members will consider financial commitments for the Cemetery Walk and the annual WAHPC membership.

• Mackey/Heaton historic recognition wording, placement, and design
• Cemetery Walk plans for September 13
• Financial commitment for Cemetery Walk expenses
• Annual WAHPC membership
• State Historic Preservation Office information on future funding and projects

The Historic Preservation Commission approved the minutes from the June 9 meeting. It authorized a $500 financial commitment for honorariums and other costs related to the Cemetery Walk. The commission also approved its $40 annual membership fee. The meeting was adjourned at 5:36 PM.

• Approved June 9, 2025 minutes (motion passed)
• Approved $500 for Cemetery Walk honorariums and expenses (motion passed)
• Approved $40 annual WAHPC membership (motion passed)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:36 PM (motion passed)

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council will consider Resolution No. 4580-25 to authorize and sell $28,500,000 taxable sanitary sewerage system mortgage revenue bonds. The council will also hold a first reading and set a public hearing for Ordinance 1975-25, which amends the code to conform with FEMA’s Community Rating System. Additional items include a discussion on investing public funds for development projects and the Reedsburg Area Community Arena, and the swearing‑in of new police officer Ben Bitzan.

• Approve/deny Resolution No. 4580-25 for $28,500,000 sanitary sewerage system mortgage revenue bonds
• First reading and schedule public hearing for Ordinance 1975-25 (FEMA CRS amendment)
• Approve Cancun Bay LLC Alcohol Beverage License and Permit Transfer to 2670 E. Main St.
• Swearing‑in of new police officer Ben Bitzan
• Approve meeting minutes from June 9, 2025 (consent agenda)

The Common Council approved the consent agenda unanimously. It adopted Resolution 4580-25 authorizing $28,500,000 in sanitary sewerage system mortgage revenue bonds, also by a 9‑0 vote. The council set a public hearing for Ordinance 1975-25 on August 11, 2025, and entered then exited a closed session.

• Consent agenda approved (9-0)
• Resolution 4580-25 authorizing $28.5M sewer bonds approved (9-0)
• Public hearing for Ordinance 1975-25 set for Aug 11, 2025 (9-0)
• Closed session entered for property and fund deliberations (9-0)
• Closed session exited (8-0)
• Meeting adjourned (9-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet to review the Assistant Director job description and salary range for recruitment. The board will also consider fees for library system participation and receive a report on library expansion.

• Review of Assistant Director job description and salary range
• Approval or denial of library system participation fees
• Library Expansion Report

City Plan

This meeting of the Reedsburg City Plan Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Personnel Committee

The Reedsburg Personnel Committee meeting scheduled for July 7, 2025 was cancelled. The committee will only receive information on non‑agenda topics and will not discuss or act on any items. No official business or votes will occur at this meeting.

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will meet to conduct a closed session. The body will discuss the interviewing and hiring of police officer candidates.

• Closed session for interviewing/hiring of Police Officer(s) candidates

The commission adopted its agenda unanimously. It voted 3‑0 to go into closed session to consider police officer hiring information, then voted 3‑0 to return to open session. The meeting was adjourned with a 3‑0 vote.

• Adopt agenda (3-0)
• Enter closed session to consider police hiring data (3-0)
• Exit closed session (3-0)
• Adjourn meeting (3-0)

Airport Commission

This meeting of the Reedsburg Airport Commission has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Common Council

The Common Council meeting scheduled for June 23, 2025 has been canceled. No business will be conducted.

Public Works Committee

This meeting of the Public Works Committee has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The June 17, 2025, meeting of the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. No items were considered or discussed. The notice also indicates that a majority of the Common Council may attend, but no action will be taken by them.

• Meeting cancelled; no items on the agenda.

Parks & Recreation Committee

This meeting of the Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Community Development Authority

The June 17, 2025 meeting of the Reedsburg Community Development Authority has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions took place.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will meet for routine approvals, department updates, and a financial audit presentation. A closed session is scheduled to discuss new service options and rates. No major votes are expected in open session.

• Audit presentation by Baker Tilly
• Closed session per WisStats 19.85(1)(e) to consider new service options and rates
• Employee service recognition for Adam Favia (5 years)
• Approval of bills and financial reports
• Department updates: Water, Telecom, Electric

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Library Board will consider approval of previous meeting minutes, a finance report, and bills. The board will also discuss the July 4 Freedom Fest program, a preliminary 2026 budget, and a library expansion report.

• July 4 – Freedom Fest program discussion
• Preliminary 2026 Budget Discussion
• Library Expansion Report

The Reedsburg Library Board unanimously approved the meeting agenda and April minutes. It adopted a 14‑month period for the finance report and approved the $8,932.04 operating expense. The board also elected the current officer slate and adopted the Code of Ethics. The Library Expansion Report was placed on file.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved April meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Changed finance report period to 14 months (unanimous)
• Approved finance report (unanimous)
• Approved $8,932.04 operating expense (unanimous)
• Approved current officer slate: McBride President, Balda VP, Campbell Treasurer (unanimous)
• Approved Code of Ethics (unanimous)
• Placed Library Expansion Report on file (unanimous)

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will meet to approve minutes from the May 13 meeting and consider two permit applications: a conditional use permit for a new assembly business storage building and a sign permit for a new electronic sign.

• Approve minutes from May 13, 2025 meeting
• Conditional Use Permit for 70 X 80 assembly business storage building at 605 S. Albert Ave
• Sign permit for new electronic sign at 809 Explorers Trail

The commission approved the minutes from the May 13, 2025 meeting. It approved an amendment to the conditional use permit for a 70 × 80‑foot assembly storage building at 605 S. Albert Ave for Addison Machine Engineering Inc. It also approved a sign permit to replace the ground sign with an electronic sign at 809 Explorers Trail for Bible Baptist Church of Reedsburg. The meeting was adjourned at 6:06 PM.

• Approved May 13 2025 Plan Commission minutes (motion by Zibell, seconded by Hyde)
• Approved amendment to conditional use permit for 70 × 80 ft assembly storage building at 605 S. Albert Ave (Addison Machine Engineering Inc) (motion by Zibell, seconded by Horkan)
• Approved electronic sign permit for Bible Baptist Church at 809 Explorers Trail (motion by Hyde, seconded by DeBaets)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:06 PM (motion by Horkan, seconded by Frenz)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission meets on June 9, 2025 at City Hall Council Chambers. The commission will approve minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. It will consider several agenda items, including historic recognition for Mackey/Heaton, the Devore dedication, plans and funding for Cemetery Walk, the creation of a City of Reedsburg museum, and management of the commission's website. No action will be taken on non‑agenda public topics.

• Consider wording, placement, and design for Mackey/Heaton historic recognition
• Review Devore dedication (awareness and invitations) scheduled for September 13
• Review report on plans for Cemetery Walk (September 13)
• Consider commitment and financial support for Cemetery Walk
• Discuss creation and location of a City of Reedsburg museum

The commission approved the minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting. They approved Lee Gnatzig to represent the Historic Preservation Commission in a meeting with the City Clerk regarding website management. The meeting was adjourned at 5:24 PM.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes
• Approved Lee Gnatzig to meet City Clerk on website management
• Adjourned meeting at 5:24 PM

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on a $25,000 Webb Fund grant request from American Legion Post 350 to restore the cannon memorial in Webb Park (Phase 2, total budget $100,000). The consent agenda includes approval of a carnival license for the 2025 Butterfest, annual alcohol and cigarette licenses, an agent change for Holiday Inn Express, a new alcohol license for The Library Grille, and an amended Emergency Operations Plan. A recommendation from the Public Works Committee on the wastewater treatment plant compliance report will also be considered.

• Webb Fund application for $25,000 to paint and place cannon, install granite benches, obelisks, and stone at Webb Park memorial
• Public entertainment/carnival license for Mr. Eds Magical Midway Carnival for 5 days during 2025 Butterfest
• Approval of 2025-2026 alcohol and cigarette licenses for multiple establishments
• Approval of amended City of Reedsburg Emergency Operations Plan (April 2025)
• Resolution 4579-25: Compliance Maintenance Annual Report for Wastewater Treatment Plant

The Common Council approved the consent agenda. It approved a $25,000 contribution from the Webb Fund for the American Legion cannon memorial restoration in Webb Park. It approved Resolution 4579-25, the compliance maintenance annual report for the wastewater treatment plant. All motions passed unanimously with a 9-0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (9-0)
• Approved $25,000 Webb Fund contribution for American Legion cannon memorial (9-0)
• Approved Resolution 4579-25 Wastewater Treatment Plant compliance report (9-0)
• Adjourned meeting (9-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will meet to discuss negotiations with the Wisconsin Professional Police Association and approve minutes from a previous meeting. The committee may move into closed session to deliberate on the matter.

• Approval of May 5, 2025 Personnel Committee minutes
• Discussion on negotiations with Wisconsin Professional Police Association
• Potential closed session for police union negotiations

The committee approved the May 5, 2025 minutes with a 5‑0 vote. It then moved into a closed session, also unanimously, and later returned to open session with another 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous 5‑0 motion.

• Approved May 5, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Entered closed session for negotiations (5-0)
• Exited closed session (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Airport Commission

The May 22, 2025, Airport Commission meeting has been cancelled. No business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items will be discussed or voted on

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider a Construction Manager at Risk (CMAR) agreement for the wastewater treatment plant (WWTP) and recommend a resolution. They will also conduct an annual review of the Code of Ethics and receive updates on current projects. A tour of the new WWTP facility is scheduled.

• Consideration of CMAR for WWTP and recommend resolution
• Annual review of Code of Ethics
• Update on current projects
• Tour of new WWTP facility

The Public Works Committee approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. It also voted to recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the 2024 CMAR for the wastewater treatment plant. No other actions were taken and the meeting adjourned at 6:00 p.m.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Recommended Council adopt resolution approving 2024 wwtp CMAR (motion carried)

Zoning Board of Appeals

This meeting of the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals scheduled for May 20, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were considered or actions taken.

• Meeting cancelled; no business conducted

Parks & Recreation Committee

This meeting of the Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee scheduled for May 20, 2025, has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will hold a closed session to review a business plan for a startup under the Business Incubator Program, then reconvene in open session to consider 1st-year funding for three businesses: Blue Heron Collective and Healing Center, Busy Bee Bakery, and Yeet Lures. The board will also review its Code of Ethics.

• Closed session to review business plan for startup under Business Incubator Program
• Consider 1st-year funding for Blue Heron Collective and Healing Center
• Consider 1st-year funding for Busy Bee Bakery
• Consider 1st-year funding for Yeet Lures
• Review Code of Ethics

The board approved the minutes from the April 15 meeting and moved to a closed session to review a startup business plan, then reconvened in open session. It approved first-year funding for three Business Incubator participants: $950 for Blue Heron Collective and Healing Center, $600 for Busy Bee Bakery, and a $3,500 one-time payment for Yeet Lures (one member abstained). The meeting also reviewed the Code of Ethics and adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

• Approved April 15, 2025 minutes (motion approved)
• Approved closed session to review startup business plan (motion approved)
• Approved reconvening in open session (motion approved)
• Approved $950 6‑month funding for Blue Heron Collective and Healing Center (motion approved)
• Approved $600 6‑month funding for Busy Bee Bakery (motion approved)
• Approved $3,500 one‑time funding for Yeet Lures (motion approved, DeForge abstained)
• Reviewed and signed Code of Ethics forms
• Adjourned meeting at 7:07 p.m. (motion approved)

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 19, 2025. The agenda includes approval of bills, a financial update, and a human resources update that includes consideration of revisions to the Commercial Driver's License Policy. Other items include employee service recognition and department reports.

• Consider Commercial Driver's License Policy revisions
• Employee Service Recognition: Dennis Duren, Electric Line Worker (25 years)
• Approve Bills
• Financial Update – Treasurer's and financial compilation reports
• Annual Code of Ethics Review

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will review a conditional use permit for a mobile home park expansion and a site plan for a heated storage addition. The commission will also review the annual code of ethics.

• Conditional Use Permit for 96 units at Courtyard MHC Mobile Home Park (2701 E Main St)
• Site plan for 80’ X 60’ heated storage addition at 2567 E Main St (Prestige Landscaping)
• Review of annual code of ethics

The Reedsburg Plan Commission approved its March 11, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a site plan for an 80’ × 60’ heated storage addition at 2567 E Main St for Prestige Landscaping. It also approved the site plan and conditional use permit for a 96‑unit addition to Courtyard MHC Mobile Home Park at 2701 E Main St.

• Approved plan commission minutes (motion by Zibell, seconded by Hyde)
• Approved site plan for 80’ × 60’ heated storage addition at 2567 E Main St (Prestige Landscaping) (motion by Horkan, seconded by DeForge)
• Approved site plan and conditional use permit for 96‑unit addition to Courtyard MHC Mobile Home Park at 2701 E Main St (motion by Horkan, seconded by Frenz)
• Reviewed and signed annual code of ethics forms
• Adjourned meeting at 6:51 PM (motion by DeForge, seconded by Zibell)

Historic Preservation Commission

The commission will discuss and possibly act on several items including a downtown historic district expansion, a funding request for temporary art installations at Community Market Park, and a response to the proposed Historic Preservation Fund budget. Other business includes renewing a website, recognizing individuals, and planning a cemetery walk. No dollar amounts or specific votes are listed in the agenda.

• Discuss Downtown Historic District expansion
• Consider funding request for temporary art installations at Community Market Park
• Consider response to proposed Historic Preservation Fund budget
• Consider Website5 renewal
• Consider status of wording on Mackey/Heaton recognition

The commission approved the minutes from the April 14 meeting and renewed the Website5 contract. It also approved a motion to scan historic photos for the Library system. A request for temporary art installations at Community Market Park was placed on hold. The meeting was adjourned at 5:21 PM.

• Approved April 14, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved renewal of Website5
• Approved scanning of historic photos
• Funding request for temporary art installations at Community Market Park placed on hold
• Adjourned meeting at 5:21 PM

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee approved the March 3, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a plan to amend the City of Reedsburg Ambulance Employee Handbook and move related matters to the City Employee Handbook. The committee voted to enter and later exit a closed session to discuss personnel matters. The meeting was adjourned at 6:58 pm.

• Approved March 3, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved plan to amend Ambulance Employee Handbook (unanimous)
• Approved motion to enter closed session (3-0)
• Approved motion to exit closed session (3-0)
• Approved motion to adjourn (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a $4,500 damages claim from Julie Wyttenbach for a sidewalk fall and discuss strategies for selling city-owned land, with possible closed session. Consent items include approving prior meeting minutes, monthly financial and permit reports, and canceling the May 26 meeting for Memorial Day.

• Julie Wyttenbach claim for $4,500.00 for sidewalk fall damages
• Discussion on strategies for sale of city-owned land (possible closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e))
• Approve canceling May 26, 2025 Common Council meeting for Memorial Day
• Receive April monthly payments, building permit, and ambulance reports

The council approved the consent agenda, which included canceling the May 26 meeting. It voted 7-0 to deny Julie Wyttenbach's $4,500 claim for sidewalk injuries. The council entered a closed session, exited it later, and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved consent agenda, including cancellation of May 26 meeting (7-0)
• Denied $4,500 claim by Julie Wyttenbach (7-0)
• Entered closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) (7-0)
• Exited closed session (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes, receive a finance report and director's report, and conduct general business. Under general business, the board will elect officers, review the annual code of ethics, and hear an update on the library expansion project.

• Election of officers
• Annual Code of Ethics Review
• Library Expansion Report

The board approved an operating expense of $8,326.12. It approved the purchase of Nabsco ADA door openers. In closed session the board selected FEH Design as the architecture firm for the library renovation. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of March meeting (unanimous)
• Changed finance report period to 13 months (unanimous)
• Approved finance report (unanimous)
• Approved $8,326.12 operating expense (unanimous)
• Approved purchase of Nabsco ADA door openers (unanimous)
• Selected FEH Design as architecture firm for library renovation (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees and Expansion Committee are holding a joint meeting. The primary focus of the session is a project workshop with FEH Design.

• Project workshop with FEH Design

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on several items, including consent agenda items (minutes, alcohol license for Reedsburg Pirates Baseball, committee appointments), a Police Week proclamation, and an annual ethics review. Key decisions involve awarding a bid for the Legends Park splash pad, amending the city code to increase the allowed number of chickens, and adding no-parking zones on 19th Street. Public hearings will be held on the two code amendments.

• Approve temporary alcohol license for Reedsburg Pirates Baseball for 2025 summer home games
• Proclamation designating May 11-17, 2025 as National Police Week
• Award bid to Friede & Associates, LLC for Legends Park splash pad in Northwest Recreation Area
• 2nd reading, public hearing, and vote on Ordinance 1877-25 increasing allowed number of chickens
• 2nd reading, public hearing, and vote on Ordinance 1878-25 adding no-parking zones on 19th Street between N. Dewey Ave. and N. Viking Dr.

The Common Council approved its consent agenda, including a temporary alcohol license for Reedsburg Pirates baseball games and several commission appointments. It awarded the Legends Park Splash Pad contract to Friede & Associates, LLC. The council also passed an ordinance increasing the number of chickens allowed and added new no‑parking zones on 19th Street.

• Approved consent agenda (9-0)
• Approved temporary alcohol beverage license for Reedsburg Pirates baseball games (9-0)
• Appointed Stephanie Hasler to the Historic Preservation Commission (9-0)
• Appointed Jan Aslaksen as alternate member of the Historic Preservation Commission (9-0)
• Appointed David Zeller to the Parks and Recreation Committee (9-0)
• Awarded Legends Park Splash Pad contract to Friede & Associates, LLC (8-0-1, Becker abstaining)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1877-25 increasing allowed chickens (9-1-0, Moon voted no)
• Approved Ordinance No. 1878-25 adding no‑parking zones on 19th Street between N. Dewey Ave. and N. Viking Dr. (9-0)

Airport Commission

The Airport Commission meeting scheduled for April 24, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will meet to review departmental updates and financial reports. The body will consider bids for a truck for the Telecom Department.

• Consideration of truck bids for the Telecom Department
• Approval of bills
• Service recognitions for Mike Gargano and Chad Lutter

Public Works Committee

The Reedsburg Public Works Committee will consider new work directives for future change orders at the wastewater treatment plant. Members will also receive updates on the WWTP and force main project, as well as other current projects. The committee will approve minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting and allow public comment on non-agenda topics without discussion or action.

• Consideration of new WWTP Work Directives for future change orders
• Update on WWTP and Force Main
• Update on other current projects
• Approval of minutes from March 19, 2025
• Public comment on non-agenda topics (no discussion or action)

The committee approved the minutes from the March 19, 2025 meeting. It accepted the low bid for each curb, gutter, sidewalk, asphalt, and heavy‑equipment contract. The committee approved work directives 1 through 19 for the new wastewater treatment plant project. The meeting was adjourned at 5:57 p.m.

• Approved March 19 minutes (motion carried)
• Accepted low bid for each curb, gutter, sidewalk, asphalt, and heavy‑equipment contract (motion carried)
• Approved work directives 1 through 19 for the new wastewater treatment plant (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will approve minutes from five prior meetings, discuss the Chairperson role, and review future meeting logistics. They will receive monthly reports from the ambulance, fire, and police chiefs, including the 2024 Police Department Annual Report. No policy votes or spending decisions are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from 10/15/2024, 11/13/2024, 11/19/2024, 12/10/2024, and 02/26/2025
• Discussion of the Chairperson role
• Review of meeting dates, times, and locations
• Presentation of the 2024 Police Department Annual Report

The Police & Fire Commission adopted its agenda with a 4‑0 vote and approved the previous meeting's minutes by the same margin. Scott Larson was appointed Chair of the commission. The meeting was adjourned at 7:41 am with a 4‑0 vote.

• Adopt agenda (vote 4-0)
• Approve previous meeting minutes (vote 4-0)
• Appoint Scott Larson as Chair of the commission
• Adjourn meeting (vote 4-0)

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for April 15, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions or actions will be taken. The committee will receive information on non‑agenda topics from the public but will not discuss or act on them.

Common Council

The Common Council will elect a president for a one-year term and vote on appointing Joseph Halser as city attorney and Rebecca Richards-Bria as prosecuting attorney, both for one-year terms. The council will also approve routine items including a landscaping bid award, designation of the official newspaper, and a temporary alcohol license for Sacred Heart School. Proclamations recognizing Arbor Day and Public Safety Telecommunications Week will be presented.

• Election of Common Council President for a one-year term
• Appointment of Joseph Halser of Miller, Spankowski & Waldinger as City Attorney
• Appointment of Rebecca Richards-Bria as Prosecuting Attorney
• Resolution 4577-25 designating the Independent Star News as official city newspaper
• Bid award to Prestige Landscaping LLC for weed removal, mowing, and debris disposal

The Common Council elected Alderman Phil Peterson as Council President for a one‑year term. It approved all mayoral appointments to boards, committees and commissions, and confirmed two city attorney appointments. Several resolutions and the consent agenda, including a bid award to Prestige Landscaping and a temporary alcohol license for Sacred Heart School, were also approved. The meeting adjourned at 5:11 p.m.

• Approved mayoral appointments to boards, committees & commissions (9‑0)
• Elected Phil Peterson as Council President (8‑0‑1, Peterson abstained)
• Approved appointment of Miller, Spankowski & Waldinger as City Attorney (9‑0)
• Approved appointment of Rebecca Richards‑Bria as City Attorney (9‑0)
• Approved Resolution 4577‑25 designating Independent Star News as official city newspaper (9‑0)
• Approved Resolution 4578‑25 designating public depositories for city funds (9‑0)
• Approved certification of the municipal bond schedule (9‑0)
• Approved consent agenda items including bid award to Prestige Landscaping and temporary alcohol license for Sacred Heart School (9‑0)

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will consider bids for a new splash pad at Legends Park and a temporary art display at the Community Market Pavilion. The committee will also receive an update on department projects and programs. Public comments will be heard but no action taken. Minutes from February 18, 2025, are up for approval.

• Consideration of bids for Legends Park splash pad
• Consideration of temporary art display at Community Market Pavilion
• Update on department projects and programs
• Approval of minutes from February 18, 2025

The Parks & Recreation Committee approved the February 18, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved the low bid of $398,987.85 from Friede & Associates for the Legend’s Park Splash Pad. It also approved a temporary art display at the Community Market Pavilion. The meeting was adjourned at 5:54 p.m.

• Approved February 18, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved low bid of $398,987.85 for Legend’s Park Splash Pad (3-0)
• Approved temporary art display at Community Market Pavilion (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:54 p.m. (3-0)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will consider first-year funding requests from Moore Natural Beauty and Buck Wild Ranch under the Business Incubator Program. Prior to that vote, the board will hold a closed session to review a business plan for a startup business. The agenda also includes approval of March 18, 2025 minutes and a public comment period where no discussion or action will occur. A majority of the Common Council may attend but will not take action.

• Closed session per Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to review a business plan for a startup under the Business Incubator Program
• Consider first-year funding for Moore Natural Beauty under the Business Incubator Program
• Consider first-year funding for Buck Wild Ranch under the Business Incubator Program
• Public comment period on non-agenda topics (no discussion or action)
• Notice that a majority of Common Council may attend, but no Council action will be taken

The Community Development Authority approved first‑year funding for two Business Incubator Program participants. Moore Natural Beauty received $400 for six months, contingent on a lease and the start of operations. Buck Wild Ranch received $800 for six months from the start of operations. The board also approved the prior minutes, held a closed session to review a startup business plan, reconvened in open session, and adjourned.

• Approved 3/18/25 meeting minutes (motion approved)
• Approved closed session to review business plan for Business Incubator Program (motion approved)
• Approved reconvening into open session (motion approved)
• Approved $400 6‑month funding for Moore Natural Beauty, conditional on lease and start of business (motion approved)
• Approved $800 6‑month funding for Buck Wild Ranch from start of business (motion approved)
• Approved adjournment at 6:54 p.m. (motion approved)

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will approve minutes and discuss several items including wording for the Mackey/Heaton recognition, a review of the March 11 meeting on Historic District designation and tax credits, next steps for the South Park Street Historic District, a temporary art display at Community Market Park, and the CLG Program Manual. No final decisions are expected on these discussion items.

• Discuss report on wording for Mackey/Heaton recognition
• Review March 11 meeting on Historic District designation and tax credits
• Discuss next steps for South Park Street Historic District
• Consider temporary art display at Community Market Park
• Discuss CLG Program Manual

The commission approved the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to support a temporary art display at Market Park, with one member abstaining. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (motion approved)
• Supported Market Park temporary art project (motion approved, abstain – Martin)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:16 PM (motion approved)

Common Council

The Reedsburg Common Council meeting scheduled for April 14, 2025 has been canceled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee announced that the special meeting set for April 14, 2025 is cancelled. No other agenda items were presented. If a quorum of the Common Council attends, no action will be taken.

• Cancellation of the Personnel Special Meeting scheduled for April 14, 2025

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review a proposal for ADA door opener updates and receive a report on library expansion. The board will also enter a closed session to select an architecture firm for library renovation.

• Proposal for ADA door opener updates
• Library Expansion Report
• Selection of architecture firm for library renovation (closed session)

City Plan

The City Plan Commission meeting scheduled for April 8, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee meeting scheduled for April 7, 2025 has been canceled. No agenda items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting canceled

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will meet and immediately go into closed session to interview architecture firms for a potential project. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(e) to interview architecture firms

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will hold its regular meeting, approve the agenda, and discuss entering a closed session. The closed session would be used to interview architecture firms for a public property purchase or related project, as allowed by Wisconsin statutes. No other decisions are listed.

• Closed session request to interview architecture firms under Wis. Stat. §19.85(1)(e)

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Library Board of Trustees will meet on March 31, 2025, at 3:00 p.m. in the Library Community Room. The board will consider entering closed session to interview architecture firms for a potential project.

• Closed session under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(e) to interview architecture firms

Airport Commission

The Reedsburg Airport Commission will discuss a Master Plan update by Short Elliott Hendrickson, consider changes to the Shared Ride Taxi Cab Service from the 2025 Transit Audit Corrective Action Plan, and review a VFW site plan. They will also consider a Truck Show request and a Fly-Inn Drive Breakfast update. A key item is consideration and negotiation of offers for purchase of a City-owned hangar, which may lead to a closed session.

• Consider Truck Show request
• Fly-Inn Drive Breakfast update
• Master Plan update by Short Elliott Hendrickson
• Consider recommended changes to Shared Ride Taxi Cab Service from 2025 Transit Audit Corrective Action Plan
• Consider VFW site plan and possible sale of City-owned hangar

The commission approved the minutes from the January 23 meeting. It denied a request for a truck show on airport property because of FAA regulations. The commission approved changes to the taxi program and approved the VFW’s proposed patio project, pending required approvals. Motions to enter and exit closed session and to adjourn were also carried.

• Approved minutes from Jan 23 meeting
• Denied truck show request (FAA rules)
• Approved taxi program policy changes
• Approved VFW patio project contingent on approvals
• Approved motion to enter closed session
• Approved motion to return to open session
• Adjourned meeting at 8:20 a.m.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider issuing general obligation promissory notes totaling nearly $4.8 million and awarding several public works contracts. The body will also hear recommendations regarding a proposed movie theater site plan and changes to chicken-keeping regulations.

• Approve promissory notes to exceed $3.2 million and $1.6 million
• Award asphalt pavement contract to D.L. Gasser
• Award Second Street sewer and water reconstruction to Gerke Excavating, Inc.
• Recommendation for movie theater site plan at 220 Viking Dr.
• First reading of ordinance increasing allowed number of chickens

The Common Council approved its consent agenda and two resolutions to issue general obligation promissory notes totaling $4,845,000. It also approved several development items, set two public hearings for April 28, 2025, and awarded multiple public works contracts. All actions were adopted with a unanimous 6‑0 vote.

• Approved consent agenda (minutes, historic preservation and police/fire commission appointments) – 6-0
• Approved Resolution 4575-25 to issue up to $3,225,000 general obligation promissory notes – 6-0
• Approved Resolution 4576-25 to issue up to $1,620,000 taxable general obligation promissory notes – 6-0
• Approved certified survey map for property E6352 Ski Hill Rd. – 6-0
• Approved site plan for proposed movie theater at 220 Viking Dr. – 6-0
• Set public hearing for April 28, 2025 on chicken ordinance amendment – 6-0
• Awarded public curb, gutter, and sidewalk contract to Rennhack Construction – 6-0
• Approved relocation order for 19th Street Roundabout Project (Project 23-2047-1) – 6-0

Public Works Committee

The Public Works Committee will consider bids for curb, gutter, and sidewalk work, asphalt pavement, heavy equipment rental, and Second Street sewer and water reconstruction. The committee will also discuss sidewalk repair for specific areas and update on current projects.

• Consideration of Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk bids
• Consideration of Asphalt Pavement bids
• Consideration of Heavy Equipment Rental bids
• Consideration of Second Street Sewer & Water Reconstruction Bids
• Consideration of Sidewalk Repair Resolution 4573-25

Zoning Board of Appeals

This March 18, 2025 meeting of the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Parks & Recreation Committee

This meeting of the Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will approve minutes from December 2024 and consider first-year funding for four businesses under the Business Incubator Program. The meeting includes a closed session to review business plans.

• Approve December 17, 2024 minutes
• Consider 1st-year funding for StudioBE, LLC
• Consider 1st-year funding for Blue Heron Collective
• Consider 1st-year funding for Northbound Wellness
• Consider 1st-year funding for HTT WI LLC

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will meet to approve bills, consider 2025 vehicle and equipment charge rates, and review bids for a fiber project. The meeting includes a closed session to discuss competitive service options.

• Approve bills and financial reports
• Consider 2025 vehicle and equipment charge rates
• Review Fiber project bids
• Closed session for competitive service options
• Employee service recognitions

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Library Board will approve minutes and bills, review National Library Week, and consider an expansion report, equipment proposals, and architect selection. The board will also discuss submitting funding requests for adjacent counties.

• Review National Library Week Resolution
• Consider ScanEZ equipment and software proposal
• Review proposals for selection of architect
• Library Expansion Report
• Consider recommendation for SCLS to submit adjacent county funding requests

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will review a renewed site plan for a proposed movie theater and a property division. The body will also consider an ordinance regarding chicken-raising standards.

• Renewed Planned Development Group site plan for movie theater at 220 Viking Dr (parcels 2719 & 2720)
• Certified survey map to divide property at E6352 Ski Hill Rd (parcels 030-0606-00000 & 030-0606-10000)
• Ordinance 1977-25 to amend standards for raising chickens

Historic Preservation Commission

The Reedsburg Historic Preservation Commission will approve minutes from the February 10, 2025 meeting and receive information on non‑agenda topics without discussion. It will discuss several items, including an update from the Park and Recreation department, a proposal to add a Mackey/Heaton historical sign, preparation for a historic district meeting with the Wisconsin Historical Society, member recruitment, and table registration for the Historic Preservation Conference scheduled for October 15‑17. No formal actions will be taken on non‑agenda topics.

• Consider Mackey/Heaton historical sign
• Discuss preparation for Historic District meeting with Wisconsin Historical Society
• Discuss member recruitment for the commission
• Discuss table registration for Historic Preservation Conference (Oct 15‑17)
• Update from Park and Recreation meeting

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on amendments to the employee handbook, including changing personal day rules and increasing sick leave payout. It will also discuss entering closed session to amend a development agreement with State Theaters, LLC.

• Vote on employee handbook amendment removing distinction between general and police employees for personal days
• Vote on employee handbook amendment giving department heads authority to amend normal work hours
• Personnel Committee recommends increasing annual sick leave payout from 50% of up to 50 hours to 50% of up to 96 hours
• Potential closed session to amend development agreement with State Theaters, LLC

Personnel Committee

The Reedsburg Personnel Committee will discuss and consider changes to the city's employee sick leave policy in the employee handbook. The committee will also receive general updates on personnel matters. The Common Council may attend but will not take action.

• Approval of minutes from April 1, 2024
• Discussion and consideration of changes to employee sick leave policy
• General updates on personnel committee matters
• Public comment period on non-agenda topics (no discussion or action taken)

Airport Commission

The February 27, 2025, meeting of the Airport Commission has been cancelled. The agenda contains no scheduled business items.

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will enter closed session to interview and consider hiring police officer candidates. No other substantive items are on the agenda for this meeting.

• Closed session under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(c) for employment, promotion, compensation, or performance evaluation data of public employees, specifically interviewing/hiring police officer candidates.

Common Council

The Common Council will consider approval of a $251,316 contract for The Gathering Place restroom building project, certified survey maps for properties on Fuhrman Drive and Lois Drive, and a Webb Fund request for the Reedsburg Area Medical Center. The consent agenda includes temporary alcohol licenses for the Jaycees' Hunters Night Out and Butterfest events. Proclamations will honor David Estes' service and swear in a new police officer.

• Approval of $251,316 contract for The Gathering Place restroom building to T&M General Contractors
• Certified survey map for 1215 Fuhrman Drive (Resolution 4570-25)
• Certified survey map for 137 & 139 Lois Drive (Resolution 4571-25)
• Webb Fund request for Reedsburg Area Medical Center Capital Campaign
• Temporary alcohol licenses for Reedsburg Jaycees (Hunters Night Out and Butterfest)

Public Works Committee

The Reedsburg Public Works Committee meeting scheduled for February 19, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered, and the committee will not discuss or act on any topics. The meeting notice states that the committee may receive information on non‑agenda topics but will not take action.

Zoning Board of Appeals

The Zoning Board of Appeals meeting scheduled for February 18, 2025, has been cancelled. No items were considered or acted upon. The agenda states the meeting was cancelled before any business.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Reedsburg Parks and Recreation Committee will meet on February 18, 2025, to consider bidding documents for a splash pad at Legends Park and discuss placing an interpretive panel sign at Mackey Park. The committee will also review department project updates and approve minutes from their January 21 meeting.

• Consideration of bidding documents for Legends Park Splash Pad
• Consideration of interpretive panel sign at Mackey Park
• Update on department projects and programs
• Approval of minutes from January 21, 2025 meeting

Community Development Authority

The February 18, 2025 meeting of the Reedsburg Community Development Authority has been cancelled. No items are scheduled for discussion or decision.

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will review financial reports and department updates. The body will consider several expenditures and fee changes for the Telecom and Electric departments.

• Consideration of a Telecom paper bill statement fee
• Consideration of purchasing a mini excavator and track loader
• Consideration of funds for USDA Pledged account
• Consideration of the use of Value of Local Utility Funds
• Closed session to consider new service options and rates

Common Council

The Common Council will consider a resolution authorizing up to $42,081,337 in taxable sanitary sewerage system revenue bonds and a related $45,181,337 financial assistance agreement. They will also vote on awarding a contract to Gerke Excavating, Inc. for the Viking Street and 19th Roundabout. The consent agenda includes approval of January meeting minutes, building permit report, and paid bills. The meeting will close with a closed session per state statute for property or investment negotiations.

• Resolution 4570-25 authorizing $42,081,337 in sewer revenue bonds and $45,181,337 financial assistance agreement
• Notice of Award to Gerke Excavating, Inc. for the Viking Street and 19th Roundabout
• Approval of January 2025 building permit report and paid bills (consent agenda)
• Closed session for purchasing public properties or investing public funds

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to review financial reports and January bills. The board will consider the approval of the 2024 DPI Annual Report and receive a Library Expansion Report.

• Approval of 2024 DPI Annual Report
• Library Expansion Report
• Review of January bills

City Plan

The Reedsburg City Plan Commission will consider several land-use items including a conditional use permit for farming on vacant residential-zoned lots, two lot division resolutions, a site plan review for a storage building addition, and a discussion of housing development codes. Public comment will be received but not acted upon. No Common Council action will be taken at this meeting.

• Annual Conditional Use Permit for farming on vacant residential-zoned lots at 1040 Clark St (Sauk County Land Resources & Environment Dept.)
• Resolution 4570-25 to divide property into two lots at 1215 Fuhrman Dr (Kingdom Storage LLC)
• Resolution 4571-25 to divide property into two lots with a zero-lot line at 137 & 139 Lois Dr (Sheela Campbell/Stanley Anderson Holdings Inc & Jessica Machovec)
• Site plan review for 25' x 180' storage building addition at 1200 Industrial St (Cellox)
• Discussion of housing development codes

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will vote on approving the purchase of Devor memorial signage. They will also discuss an upcoming Parks and Recreation Committee presentation, an informational meeting on Historic District designation and tax credits, membership promotion, and the commission's 2025 calendar. The agenda includes approval of minutes from January 13, 2025.

• Approve purchase of Devor memorial signage
• Discuss Parks and Recreation Committee Mackey/Heaton presentation on Feb. 18
• Discuss informational meeting on Historic District designation and tax credits
• Discuss membership promotion and recruitment
• Discuss HPC 2025 calendar (Devor sign dedication, Mackey/Heaton sign, Cemetery Walk, architecture walks)

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on a resolution authorizing up to $42,081,337 in taxable sanitary sewer system revenue bonds and a related $45,181,337 financial assistance agreement. They will also consider awarding the Viking Street and 19th Roundabout construction contract to Gerke Excavating, Inc., the low bidder. Consent items include approval of January meeting minutes, building permit report, and paid bills. A closed session is planned for discussing property purchases or investing public funds.

• Resolution 4570-25: issue up to $42,081,337 in taxable sanitary sewerage system revenue bonds and approve $45,181,337 financial assistance agreement
• Notice of Award to Gerke Excavating, Inc. for Viking Street and 19th Roundabout
• Closed session under Wisconsin statute 19.85(1)(e) for property purchasing or public fund investing

Economic Development Commission

The Reedsburg Economic Development Commission will convene to review past and present projects and receive updates on REDC initiatives. The meeting is scheduled for February 5, 2025, at 12:00 PM in the City Hall Council Chambers.

• Approval of October 2, 2024, meeting minutes
• Update on REDC Initiatives
• Industrial & Business Park Projects
• Update on Past & Present Projects

Personnel Committee

The Reedsburg Personnel Committee meeting scheduled for February 3, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda indicates no business will be conducted.

• Meeting cancelled
• No action to be taken by the Common Council if a quorum attends

Common Council

The Common Council will consider resolutions regarding certified survey maps for the Lands' End property and Courtyards MHC. Members will also vote on updates to the employee handbook concerning sick leave and holiday pay. The City Administrator will provide reminders on property taxes, pet licenses, and the February 18 primary election.

• Resolution 4566-25: 1901 8th Street (Parcel 276-2046-50000)
• Resolution 4567-25: 1701 Lands End Lane (Parcel 276-2046-11000)
• Resolution 4568-25: Courtyards MHC (Parcel 276-2260-11000)
• Proposed changes to Employee Handbook regarding holiday pay and sick leave donation
• 2024 Ambulance and Police Department Annual Reports

Airport Commission

The Reedsburg Airport Commission will discuss selling City-owned Hangar #12 (formerly Pat Volk's Hangar) and review taxiway and apron alternatives for Runway 7/25 and Runway 18/36 ultimate layouts. They will also receive updates on forecast approval, Exhibit A map, RSA inventory, and the interim Airport Layout Plan including Viking Drive extension and force main changes.

• Consideration of selling City owned Hangar #12
• Presentation of taxiway and apron alternatives for Runway 7/25 and Runway 18/36 ultimate layouts
• Update on forecast approval, Exhibit A map, RSA inventory, and interim Airport Layout Plan showing Viking Drive extension and force main changes

Police & Fire Commission

The Police & Fire Commission will meet to receive updates from the ambulance, police, and fire chiefs. A discussion on age requirements for new police hires is on the agenda. The commission will also consider approval of minutes from previous meetings and hear monthly reports.

• Discussion on age requirements for new police hires
• 2024 Police Department Annual Report presented by the police chief
• Monthly reports and updates from the ambulance, police, and fire chiefs
• Approval of minutes from meetings on 10/15/2024, 11/13/2024, 11/19/2024, and 12/10/2024

Zoning Board of Appeals

This meeting of the Reedsburg Zoning Board of Appeals has been cancelled. No actions or discussions took place. The agenda contained only procedural items such as approval of minutes and public comment, but none were conducted.

Parks & Recreation Committee

The Parks and Recreation Committee will review the site layout for a splash pad and agility course at Legends Park. The committee will also receive updates on department projects and programs.

• Legends Park splash pad and agility course site layout consideration
• Department projects and programs update

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority meeting scheduled for January 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate.

Utility Commission

The Reedsburg Utility Commission will meet to elect officers due to a vacancy and discuss updates from the electric, water, and telecom departments. The agenda includes approving bills, financial reports, and a used trencher purchase, followed by a closed session.

• Election of Utility Commission Officers
• Review of WPPI Budget
• Consider purchase of used Vermeer trencher
• Approve Bills and financial write-offs
• Closed session for employee compensation evaluation

Public Works Committee

The Reedsburg Public Works Committee will consider parking restrictions on 19th Street near the hospital and new fieldhouse, discuss bidding and work scheduling for the 19th and Viking roundabout, review 2025 projects, and receive an update on the wastewater treatment plant and lift station project. The meeting is informational with no council action expected.

• Consideration of parking restrictions along 19th Street near Hospital and new Fieldhouse
• Discussion of 19th and Viking roundabout bidding and work schedule
• Discussion of 2025 projects
• Update on WWTP and lift station project

City Plan

The City Plan Commission will consider recommending three resolutions (4566-25, 4567-25, 4568-25) to divide specific parcels into three lots, including creating a new public street at 1901 8th St. The commission will also discuss housing development codes and approve the minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting. No other agenda items will be discussed or acted upon at this meeting.

• Resolution 4566-25 – divide property at 1901 8th St into three lots and create a new public street (parcel 276-2046-50000)
• Resolution 4567-25 – divide property at 1701 Lands End Ln into three lots (parcel 276-2046-50000)
• Resolution 4568-25 – divide property at Courtyards MHC (parcel 276-2260-11000)
• Discussion of housing development codes
• Approval of minutes from the December 9, 2024 meeting

Historic Preservation Commission

The Historic Preservation Commission will meet to discuss several recognition and signage items. The body will review proposals for the Devor bench sign, John Heaton recognition, and Mackey Park recognition.

• Approval of Devor bench sign
• Review of proposed John Heaton recognition in 2025
• Review of proposed wording for Mackey Park recognition
• Update on Historic District meeting and response from Jason Tish
• Review of participation in Wisconsin Historic Society Conference

Common Council

The Common Council will vote on a USDA Rural Utility ReConnect Program loan and a concept plan for a restroom building at 115 N. Webb Avenue. The meeting includes the swearing-in of three police department members and reports on wastewater treatment plant financing. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the City Attorney position.

• Resolution 4569-25 for USDA Rural Utility ReConnect Program loan documents
• Concept plan for "The Gathering Place" and restroom building at 115 N. Webb Avenue
• Retail, beer, and liquor license applications for Dollar General at 50 Alexander Ave.
• Wastewater Treatment Plant Phase 2 financing closed with Wells Fargo at 4.748% TIC
• Closed session regarding the City Attorney position

Library Board of Trustees

The Reedsburg Public Library Board of Trustees will meet to approve minutes and financial reports, and receive a director's report. The main discussion item is the Library Expansion Report, which is the only substantive business on the agenda.

• Library Expansion Report to be presented and discussed

Personnel Committee

The January 6, 2025, Personnel Committee meeting has been cancelled. No agenda items were discussed or acted upon.