Verona public meetings in 2025

EMS Commission

The Fitch‑Rona EMS Commission will review and approve the minutes from the November 13, 2025 meeting, consider the Chief’s Report, and vote on two resolutions—approval of GASB 54 and allocation of 2024 Certified Public Expenditure funds for emergency medical equipment. The commission may move to a closed session to discuss a collective bargaining agreement with Local 311. All items are scheduled for the December 18, 2025 meeting.

• Review and approval of meeting minutes from November 13, 2025
• Chief’s Report and approval of accounts payable checks authorized by Chief Anderson
• Resolution 2025-12 – Approval of GASB 54
• Resolution 2025-13 – Allocation of 2024 CPE funds for purchase of emergency medical equipment
• Possible closed session to discuss collective bargaining agreement with Local 311

Tourism Commission

The Tourism Commission will meet to discuss and potentially take action on a room tax agreement with the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce. The body will also consider an engagement letter for Baker Tilly LLP to review commission funds for 2024 and 2025.

• Room Tax Agreement between the City of Verona and the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce
• Engagement letter from Baker Tilly LLP for review of Tourism Commission funds for 2024 and 2025

The Tourism Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the November 18 meeting. The Commission then unanimously recommended that the City Council approve the updated room tax agreement with the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce. Finally, the Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve Baker Tilly’s engagement letter to review 2024‑2025 tourism funds.

• Approved November 18, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve room tax agreement with Chamber (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve Baker Tilly engagement letter for fund review (unanimous)

Comprehensive Plan Task Force

The Comprehensive Plan Task Force will approve the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. It will then discuss the draft comprehensive plan, including the draft land use map, draft transportation map, draft planning goals, objectives, and strategies, and draft implementation topics. No formal decisions are scheduled; the meeting is for discussion and information gathering.

• Approve minutes from the September 16, 2025 Task Force meeting
• Discuss draft land use map
• Discuss draft transportation map
• Discuss draft planning goals, objectives, and strategies
• Discuss draft implementation topics

The Verona Comprehensive Plan Task Force voted 4-0 to approve the minutes from the September 16, 2025 meeting. No other motions or votes were recorded; the remainder of the meeting consisted of discussion of draft land‑use, transportation, and planning documents.

• Approved September 16, 2025 Task Force minutes (4-0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the November 24, 2025 meeting minutes with a 2-0 vote. It approved a pay request not to exceed $431,470.91 for Project 2025-101 Asphalt Pavement Rehabilitation (2-0). It also approved a final pay request not to exceed $43,692.24 for Project 2023-105 Eastview Road Reconstruction (2-0). All motions passed unanimously among the members present.

• Approved minutes from Nov 24, 2025 (2-0)
• Approved pay request #1 for Project 2025-101 Asphalt Pavement Rehabilitation, up to $431,470.91 (2-0)
• Approved final pay request #11 for Project 2023-105 Eastview Road Reconstruction, up to $43,692.24 (2-0)

Common Council

The Common Council will discuss new ordinances for short-term rental licensing and zoning. The body is also reviewing police sergeant compensation, a police collective bargaining agreement, and an interim employment agreement for the Fire Chief.

• Ordinance No. 25-1080 and 25-1081 regarding short-term rental regulation, licensing, and zoning
• Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Wisconsin Professional Police Association/LEER Division (2026-2028)
• Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage License application for 608 Beach Volleyball at 1155 Ambition St.
• Resolution No. 25-035 to explore the creation of a Joint Fire and EMS District
• Electric Vehicle Charging Station Site Host Agreement between the City of Verona and Dane County

The Verona Common Council approved Ordinance No. 25‑1080, creating a regulation and licensing framework for short‑term rentals. It also adopted a two‑hour parking amendment, authorized payment of $2,305,881.18 in bills, and amended police sergeant compensation. Additional actions included an EV charging host agreement, a conditional use permit for outdoor storage, and a resolution supporting the LGBTQIA+ community and flying the Progress Pride flag.

• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑1080 short‑term rental regulation (6‑0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25‑1079 two‑hour parking amendment (6‑0)
• Authorized payment of $2,305,881.18 in city bills (6‑0)
• Amended Police Sergeant compensation policy (5‑1)
• Approved Collective Bargaining Agreement with police union (6‑0)
• Approved Fire Chief interim employment agreement (6‑0)
• Approved EV charging station site host agreement with Dane County (6‑0)
• Approved Resolution No. 25‑036 supporting LGBTQIA+ and flying Pride flag (6‑0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The Public Safety & Welfare Committee is discussing a new ordinance to regulate and license short-term rentals. The body is also reviewing parking amendments and a liquor license application for a beach volleyball facility.

• Ordinance No. 25-1080: Creating Title 7, Chapter 15 for the regulation and licensing of short-term rentals
• Ordinance No. 25-1078: Removing overnight parking restrictions (3:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.) at Park Ln. and S. Franklin St.
• Ordinance No. 25-1079: Creating a 2-hour parking zone on E. Harriet Street near the Verona Community Center
• Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage License application for 608 Ventures, LLC (608 Beach Volleyball) at 1155 Ambition St., Suite 700

The committee approved the November 10 minutes (2‑0). It recommended the council approve a Class “B” fermented malt beverage license for 608 Ventures, contingent on final inspections (2‑0). It also recommended the council approve two parking ordinances and a short‑term rental regulation ordinance (each 2‑0). No recommendation was made on the parking‑restriction ordinance pending Public Works feedback.

• Approved November 10 minutes (2-0)
• Recommended council approve Class B fermented malt beverage license for 608 Ventures, contingent on final inspections (2-0)
• Recommended council approve Ordinance No. 25-1079 amending two‑hour parking (2-0)
• Recommended council approve Ordinance No. 25-1080 creating short‑term rental regulation (2-0)
• No recommendation on Ordinance No. 25-1078; requested Public Works feedback
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the November 24, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3‑0). It also approved payment of bills totaling $2,305,881.18 (3‑0). No action was taken on the developer's $41,600 overdue invoices. The meeting was adjourned (3‑0).

• Approved November 24, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2,305,881.18 (3-0)
• No action taken on developer Dennis Midthun's $41,600 overdue invoices
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Library Board

The Verona Public Library Board will approve the November 2025 invoices and the minutes from the November 5 meeting. It will receive updates on the Library Space Needs Assessment and the City Council liaison report. The board will discuss possible actions on the Dane County 2026 Extension of Service Agreement and the 2026 endowment disbursement.

• Approval of the regular meeting minutes of 11/5/25
• Review and approval of the November 2025 invoices
• Discussion and update on the Library Space Needs Assessment
• Discussion and possible action regarding the Dane County 2026 Extension of Service Agreement
• Discussion and possible action regarding the 2026 endowment disbursement

The board approved the Dane County 2026 Extension of Service Agreement. It also approved using 2026 endowment funds to host a Smithsonian Artist‑in‑Residence program and a traveling exhibit titled “A New Moon Rises: Views from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera.” Earlier motions approved the November meeting minutes and the November 2025 invoices.

• Approved November meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved November 2025 invoices (motion carried)
• Approved Dane County 2026 Extension of Service Agreement (motion carried)
• Approved 2026 endowment disbursement for Smithsonian Artist‑in‑Residence and traveling exhibit (motion carried)

Personnel Committee

The Verona Personnel Committee will discuss and possibly act on a tentative collective bargaining agreement with the Wisconsin Professional Police Association for 2026-2028, which includes wage increases and policy updates. The committee will also consider amending the on-call pay policy and approving new position descriptions for Engineering Technicians.

• Tentative agreement with Wisconsin Professional Police Association/LEER Division
• Amendment to City Administrative Policy Number 4, Section 3 Relating to On Call Pay
• Approval of Engineering Technician position descriptions and recruitment
• Update to Construction Engineer position description
• Approval of minutes from November 3, 2025 meeting

The committee unanimously approved the minutes of the November 3, 2025 meeting. It recommended that the Common Council approve the 2026‑2028 collective bargaining agreement with the Wisconsin Professional Police Association/LEER Division. The committee also approved an amendment to on‑call pay that raises daily pay to $30. Finally, it approved the position descriptions, compensation, and recruitment plan for Engineering Technician positions and updated the Construction Engineer description.

• Approved November 3, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council approve 2026‑2028 police collective bargaining agreement (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to On‑Call Pay policy, raising pay to $30 per day (unanimous)
• Approved position description, compensation, and recruitment plan for Engineering Technician positions (unanimous)
• Approved updated position description for Construction Engineer (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will consider a conditional use permit and site‑plan amendment for outdoor storage at 6880 County Highway M, a zoning text amendment for short‑term rentals, and a site‑plan review to allow about 9,237 sq ft of retail development at Liberty Business Park. The meeting also includes updates on the Comprehensive Plan, other development projects, and upcoming meeting dates.

• Approval of minutes from the October 6, 2025 Plan Commission meeting.
• Public hearing on a conditional use permit and site‑plan amendment for outdoor storage at 6880 County Highway M.
• Public hearing on a zoning text amendment to Section 13‑1‑133(e) for short‑term rentals.
• Site‑plan review for approximately 9,237 sq ft of retail construction west of Liberty Drive and south of Fortune Drive (Liberty Business Park).
• Planning Department reports on the Comprehensive Plan, development projects, and 2025 meeting dates.

The commission approved the minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. It approved a site‑plan amendment for additional parking, paving and a salt‑storage building at 6880 County Highway M with several conditions. It recommended the Common Council approve a conditional‑use permit for permanent outdoor storage at the same address and a zoning text amendment for short‑term rentals. Finally, it approved a site plan for a 9,237‑sq‑ft multi‑tenant retail building at the southwest corner of Liberty Drive and Fortune Drive. All motions carried 5‑0.

• Approved October 6, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Approved site‑plan amendment for additional parking, paving, and salt storage at 6880 County Highway M with conditions (5-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve conditional‑use permit for permanent outdoor storage at 6880 County Highway M (5-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve zoning text amendment to Section 13-1-133(e) for short‑term rentals (5-0)
• Approved site plan for 9,237‑sq‑ft multi‑tenant retail building at Liberty Drive and Fortune Drive with conditions (5-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to discuss and potentially act on the designation of an interim Fire Chief. The body will also interview candidates for a lateral transfer police officer position.

• Discussion and possible action on designating an interim Fire Chief
• Interviews for lateral transfer police officer candidates

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee will discuss the City of Verona Department of Public Works garage facility planning and needs study update prepared by Barrientos Design & Consulting. The committee is asked to recommend approval of a lump‑sum fee of $26,210.00 for the consulting work covering site selection and conceptual design tasks. No other agenda items require action at this meeting.

• Discussion and possible action on Project 2019-111: DPW garage facility planning and needs study update (Barrientos Design & Consulting)
• Recommended motion to approve a lump‑sum fee of $26,210.00 for tasks 2 and 3 of the study
• No action was taken on this item at the November 10, 2025 meeting

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting by a 2‑0 vote. A motion was made to recommend approval of the DPW Garage Facility Planning and Needs Study Update (tasks 2 and 3), but the vote outcome was not recorded. The meeting was adjourned at 6:16 p.m.

• Approved October 13 minutes (2-0)
• Motion to recommend approval of DPW Garage Facility Planning and Needs Study Update (outcome not recorded)
• Meeting adjourned at 6:16 p.m.

Common Council

The Verona Common Council will meet to approve bills, discuss awarding a skatepark design project, and consider purchasing property for a future public works facility. The council may also discuss a potential offer for 2159 Range Trail.

• Awarding Verona Skatepark design project to Newline Skateparks
• Discussion of purchasing property for Public Works facility
• Discussion of potential offer to purchase 2159 Range Trail
• Approval of November 10, 2025 Council minutes
• Discussion and possible action on payment of bills

The Common Council approved several items, including payment of $858,428.53 in bills and awarding the Verona Skatepark design to Newline Skateparks. It also approved tasks 2 and 3 of the Public Works garage study for up to $26,210. The council voted 6-1 to have staff proceed with contract negotiations on the Cascade proposal for the 2159 Range Trail project.

• Approved payment of bills totaling $858,428.53 (7-0)
• Awarded Verona Skatepark design project to Newline Skateparks, up to $79,965 (7-0)
• Approved tasks 2 and 3 of Public Works garage study, up to $26,210 (7-0)
• Directed staff to negotiate contract with Cascade proposal for 2159 Range Trail (6-1)
• Approved minutes from the November 10, 2025 meeting (7-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action on the October 2025 revenue and expenditure summary and investment reports. The body will also consider the payment of bills and the approval of the November 10, 2025, meeting minutes.

• Payment of bills
• October 2025 Revenue and Expenditure Summary Report
• October 2025 City Investment Report
• Approval of November 10, 2025, Finance Committee Minutes

Tourism Commission

The Verona Tourism Commission will consider the 3rd quarter room tax report and possible actions on the Room Tax Agreement with the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce. The meeting also includes the introduction of Tourism Coordinator Anna Follmann and approval of minutes from the October 21, 2025 commission meeting. Public comment and staff reports are scheduled before adjournment.

• Discussion and possible action on 3rd Quarter Room Tax Report
• Discussion and possible action on Room Tax Agreement between the City of Verona and the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce
• Introduction of Tourism Coordinator Anna Follmann
• Approval of minutes from the October 21, 2025 Tourism Commission meeting
• Public comment and staff reports

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting. It also unanimously approved an accelerated $100,000 payment from the room‑tax fund to I.C.E. Inc. A motion to enter a closed session passed 5‑0, and the commission then reconvened in open session.

• Approved October 21, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved accelerated $100,000 payment to I.C.E. Inc. (unanimous)
• Moved to convene closed session (5-0)
• Moved to reconvene open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Community Development Authority

The Community Development Authority will hold elections for Chair, Vice-Chair, and Treasurer. The commission will also discuss and possibly act on a resolution regarding the Housing Authority of Dane County exercising powers within the city.

• Resolution No. CDA-25-001: Declaring need for the Housing Authority of Dane County to exercise powers within the City of Verona
• Election of CDA Chair
• Election of CDA Vice-Chair
• Election of CDA Treasurer

EMS Commission

The Verona EMS Commission will discuss and possibly act on several resolutions, including an intergovernmental agreement to provide EMS support to the Dane County Alliant Energy Center and a data hosting and sharing agreement with the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents. The commission will also approve GASB 54, review accounts payable checks authorized by Chief Anderson, and approve minutes from the September 18, 2025 meeting. Public comment will be heard before any decisions are made.

• Resolution 2025-10 – Intergovernmental Agreement to provide EMS support to the Dane County Alliant Energy Center
• Resolution 2025-11 – Data Hosting and Sharing Agreement with the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents
• Resolution 2025-8 – Approval of GASB 54
• Review and approval of accounts payable checks authorized by Chief Anderson
• Review and approval of meeting minutes from September 18th, 2025

The EMS Commission approved the use of $46,660.30 of 2023 Certified Public Expenditure funds to purchase a cardiac monitor and ultrasound unit for the district's sixth ambulance. It also approved the GASB 54 resolution, an intergovernmental agreement with the Dane County Alliant Center, and a data‑hosting agreement with the University of Wisconsin Board of Regents. Additional routine items such as meeting minutes, accounts payable checks, and the GASB 54 resolution were also approved.

• Approved meeting minutes from September 18, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved accounts payable checks authorized by Chief Anderson (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2025-8 – GASB 54 (motion carried)
• Approved use of $46,660.30 CPE funds for cardiac monitor and ultrasound unit for sixth ambulance (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2025-10 – Intergovernmental Agreement with Dane County Alliant Center (3% fee increase) (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2025-11 – Data Hosting and Sharing Agreement with UW Board of Regents (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:41 PM (motion carried)

Police & Fire Commission

The Verona Police and Fire Commission will discuss the timeline and process for recruiting a new Fire Chief and designating an interim chief. A closed session will be held to review candidate information and plan interviews, after which the commission may take action on the matter. The meeting will also include an update on the recruitment of a Battalion Chief.

• Open session discussion on fire chief recruitment and interim designation
• Closed session to review fire chief candidates and interview process
• Potential action on matters discussed in the closed session
• Update on Battalion Chief recruitment

The commission approved the November 4, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0). It moved into a closed session to discuss designating an interim fire chief and recruitment (4‑0), then returned to open session (4‑0). The commission authorized staff to negotiate a nine‑month interim fire chief agreement (4‑0) and approved an open fire chief recruitment posting from Dec. 1, 2025 to Jan. 19, 2026 (4‑0). The meeting was adjourned (4‑0).

• Approved November 4, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Convene closed session for interim fire chief designation and recruitment (4-0)
• Return to open session (4-0)
• Authorize staff to negotiate interim fire chief agreement (4-0)
• Authorize open fire chief recruitment posting Dec. 1, 2025–Jan. 19, 2026 (4-0)
• Adjourn meeting (4-0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee will discuss a pay request for the Mark Drive Reconstruction project and a proposal for a DPW garage facility study. The meeting includes potential action on these contracts and a staff report.

• Pay request #2 for Project 2024-105 Mark Drive Reconstruction Phase 1 (James Peterson and Sons Inc.) not to exceed $404,827.23
• Approval of Task Items 2 and 3 for the City of Verona DPW Garage Facility Planning and Needs Study Update (Barrientos Design and Consulting) for $26,210.00

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the minutes from the October 13, 2025 meeting by a 2‑0 vote. It also approved Pay Request #2 for Project 2024‑105 Mark Drive Reconstruction Phase 1, authorizing up to $404,827.23, again by a 2‑0 vote. No action was taken on the Public Works Facility study update. The meeting was adjourned at 6:01 p.m.

• Approved October 13, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Pay Request #2 for Mark Drive Reconstruction Phase 1, up to $404,827.23 (2-0)
• No action taken on Public Works Facility planning and needs study update
• Adjourned meeting at 6:01 p.m.

Common Council

The Common Council will hold a public hearing and consider approving the 2026 City of Verona Budget and property tax levies. The body will also discuss contracts for IT services and public safety technology.

• Public hearing and possible approval of the 2026 City of Verona Budget
• Resolution No. 25-032 regarding the levying of property taxes
• Agreement for 2026 and 2027 IT Managed Services with DeKind Computer Consultants
• Use of $20,000 from Fire Department fund balance for a combined Fire/EMS District consultant
• Contract between the City of Verona and Flock Safety

The council approved the 2026 City of Verona budget (Resolution 25-031) and the accompanying property‑tax levy (Resolution 25-032) unanimously. It also denied a $20,000 fire‑department fund use, declined to renew the Flock Safety contract, approved the IAFF collective bargaining agreement, and adopted a resolution recognizing the Dane County Housing Authority’s authority in Verona.

• Approved 2026 City of Verona Budget (Resolution 25-031) – 8-0
• Approved levy of property taxes for city purposes (Resolution 25-032) – 8-0
• Denied use of $20,000 from Fire Department fund balance for consultant – 7-1 (Lytle no)
• Declined renewing contract with Flock Safety – 7-1 (Weiss no)
• Approved IAFF Local 311 collective bargaining agreement (2026‑2028) – 8-0
• Referred amendment to Police Sergeant compensation policy to next meeting – 7-1 (Weiss no)
• Approved Resolution 25-033 recognizing Dane County Housing Authority’s powers in Verona – 8-0
• Approved agreement for 2026‑2027 IT Managed Services with DeKind Computer Consultants – 8-0

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The Public Safety & Welfare Committee will discuss a proposed ordinance to license short-term rentals, requiring a primary residence and a seven-day minimum stay. Staff will also seek feedback on a contract with Flock Safety for a $9,600 situational awareness solution.

• Discussion on short-term rental licensing ordinance
• Contract with Flock Safety for $9,600
• Ordinance creating Title 7, Chapter 15
• Minimum stay requirement of seven consecutive days
• Requirement for a primary residence

The Public Safety & Welfare Committee approved the October 10 minutes (3‑0). It expressed support for the draft short‑term rental licensing requirements as written. No action was taken on the Flock Safety contract, which will be considered by the Common Council. The meeting adjourned (3‑0).

• Approved October 10 minutes (3-0)
• Supported draft short-term rental licensing requirements (no vote recorded)
• No action on Flock Safety contract; referral to Common Council
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Finance Committee

The Verona Finance Committee will consider approving the 2026 City of Verona budget (Resolution R-25-031) and the associated property tax levy of $17,341,719 (Resolution R-25-032). It will also discuss a managed IT services agreement with DeKind Computer Consultants, the use of $20,000 from the Fire Department Fund Balance for a Combined Fire/EMS District consultant, and the payment of bills totaling $681,813.52.

• Resolution R-25-031: Approve the 2026 City of Verona budget
• Resolution R-25-032: Approve levy of $17,341,719 in property taxes for 2026
• IT Managed Provider Services agreement with DeKind Computer Consultants ($6,900 per month, $155 per hour)
• Use of $20,000 from Fire Department Fund Balance for a Combined Fire/EMS District consultant
• Payment of bills totaling $681,813.52

The committee approved its October 27, 2025 minutes (2‑0) and unanimously recommended the City Council adopt Resolution R-25-031 approving the 2026 budget (2‑0) and Resolution R-25-032 approving the levy of property taxes (2‑0). It also voted 3‑0 to recommend a two‑year IT services contract with DeKind Computer Consultants and 2‑1 to deny a $20,000 fire‑department fund request for a combined fire/EMS consultant. Finally, the committee approved payment of bills totaling $3,028,681.05 (3‑0).

• Approved October 27, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (2-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Resolution R-25-031, 2026 budget (2-0)
• Recommended City Council approve Resolution R-25-032, levy of property taxes (2-0)
• Recommended DeKind Computer Consultants IT contract to Common Council (3-0)
• Denied use of $20,000 Fire Department Fund for consultant (2-1)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $3,028,681.05 (3-0)

Library Board

The Verona Library Board will review a space needs assessment and approve October invoices. The board will also discuss and possibly decide on 2026 library operating hours.

• Presentation of space needs assessment results by OPN architects
• Approval of the Regular Meeting Minutes of 10/1/25
• Review and approval of the October 2025 invoices
• Discussion of the library space needs assessment
• Discussion and possible action regarding the 2026 Library Hours of Operation

The board approved the regular meeting minutes from October 1, 2025. It also approved the October 2025 invoices and adopted the proposed 2026 library hours of operation and planned closures. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved October 1, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carries)
• Approved October 2025 invoices (motion carries)
• Approved 2026 library hours of operation and planned closures (motion carries)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carries)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Verona Park, Recreation, and Forestry Commission will discuss and possibly act on the skatepark design RFP, interviewing three shortlisted firms. The commission will also review the Community Center Facility Policy. Minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting will be approved, and public comments and departmental updates will be heard.

• Interview three skatepark design consultants: Parkitecture/Spohn Ranch, Damon Farber/Primary Concrete/Wyser Engineering, and Newline
• Discussion of the Community Center Facility Policy (no action taken)
• Approve the minutes of the October 22, 2025 commission meeting
• Public comment period for residents
• Updates from city departments

The Park, Recreation & Forestry Commission unanimously selected Newline Skateparks and approved a contract up to $79,965. The commission also approved the Community Center Facility Policy and the minutes from the October 22, 2025 meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 7:57 p.m.

• Awarded RFP to Newline Skateparks for up to $79,965 (5-0)
• Approved Community Center Facility Policy (5-0)
• Approved October 22, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will approve the minutes from the October 30, 2025 meeting. It will then adjourn to a closed session to interview candidates for the police lieutenant position and a lateral transfer police officer. After the closed session, the commission will reconvene in open session to discuss any matters arising from the closed session before adjourning.

• Approve October 30, 2025 Police and Fire Commission meeting minutes
• Closed‑session interview of police lieutenant candidates
• Closed‑session interview of one lateral transfer police officer applicant
• Open‑session discussion of any actions arising from the closed session

The commission unanimously approved the October 30, 2025 minutes. It voted to hold a closed session to interview three lieutenant candidates and one officer candidate, with Police Chief Dave Dresser remaining in the session. The commission then returned to open session and certified four candidates (Lateral 103, Lt 101, Lt 102, Lt 103). The meeting was adjourned at 7:48 p.m.

• Approved October 30, 2025 minutes (4-0)
• Convene closed session to interview candidates (4-0)
• Return to open session (4-0)
• Certified candidates Lateral 103, Lt 101, Lt 102, Lt 103 (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:48 p.m. (4-0)

Personnel Committee

The Verona Personnel Committee will discuss and possibly act on a tentative collective bargaining agreement with International Association of Fire Fighters Local 311, which includes wage increases of 8%, 6% and 2% for 2026‑2028, a uniform allowance raise from $400 to $500 per year, and a $1 per hour acting officer stipend. The committee will also consider an amendment to City Administrative Policy No. 4, Section 3, that would remove the education incentive for Police Sergeants. Both items are slated for open‑session discussion and possible approval.

• Collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 311: 8%/6%/2% wage hikes (2026‑2028), uniform allowance increase to $500/year, $1/hr acting officer stipend, added personal day and holiday alignment.
• Amendment to City Administrative Policy No. 4, Section 3 to eliminate the education incentive for Police Sergeants.

The Personnel Committee approved the minutes of the September 4, 2025 meeting. It unanimously approved the proposed 2026‑2028 collective bargaining agreement with IAFF Local 311 for the Verona Fire Department. It also unanimously approved an amendment to City Administrative Policy Number 4, Section 3 on compensation and benefits for police sergeants. No other actions were taken.

• Approved September 4, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved 2026‑2028 IAFF Local 311 fire department contract (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to City Administrative Policy No. 4, Section 3 for police sergeants (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will not meet on November 3, 2025. The next scheduled meeting is December 1, 2025.

Police & Fire Commission

The Police and Fire Commission will meet to review minutes from September 4, 2025. The body will enter a closed session to interview four candidates for the position of police officer.

• Interviews for 4 police officer candidates

The commission approved the September 4, 2025 minutes with a 3‑0 vote (one abstention). A motion to convene a closed session to interview four police officer candidates passed unanimously (4‑0). The commission then voted 4‑0 to return to open session and later adjourned the meeting with a 4‑0 vote.

• Approved Sep 4, 2025 minutes (3-0, 1 abstention)
• Convene closed session to interview four police candidates (4-0)
• Return to open session after closed session (4-0)
• Adjourn meeting (4-0)

Joint Fire Protection

The City and Town of Verona will hold a joint meeting to review the fire department's budget and operational updates. The body will discuss and potentially take action on an Intergovernmental Agreement for fire protection services.

• Proposed 2026 Fire Department budget of $2,430,884
• Intergovernmental Agreement for fire protection services between the Town and City of Verona
• Proposed capital costs: $71,280 for mobile radios, $41,030 for protective fire gear, and $11,025 for Mobile Data Computers
• Town of Verona calculated budget share of $233,603

Senior Services Committee

The Verona Senior Services Committee will consider approval of the August 2025 meeting minutes. The committee will also hear the Director’s Report. The meeting includes standard procedural items such as call to order, roll call, and adjournment.

• Approval of minutes from August 2025 meeting
• Director’s Report
• Call to Order
• Roll Call
• Adjournment

Committee of the Whole

The Committee of the Whole will present the City of Verona's proposed 2026 budget. The presentation includes a levy limit increase of $795,382, planned borrowing of $2,477,305, and allocations for pavement, sidewalks, and equipment replacement. Formal budget approval will be deferred to a later council meeting.

• Presentation of the Proposed 2026 City Budget with a $795,382 levy increase
• Planned borrowing of $2,477,305 for 2026, $2,350,000 to be repaid through the levy
• Allocation of $785,000 for pavement rehabilitation and $200,000 for sidewalks
• Funding of $937,000 for facility and equipment replacement, up from $827,000 in 2025
• $40,000 contribution to the Badger Prairie Needs Network

Common Council

The Verona Common Council will consider several finance actions, including payment of $2,215,362.20 in bills, a $30,000 library fee substitution, and a $33,000 cell‑tower rent allocation. It will also vote on Resolution No. 25‑029 to adopt the 2026 Fitch‑Rona EMS operating and capital budgets and on Resolution No. 25‑030 to exceed the levy limit for joint EMS districts. Additional items include a liquor license for Art House 360 and a large‑vehicle parking ordinance.

• Payment of bills totaling $2,215,362.20
• Substitution of $30,000 in Library Impact Fees for 2025 debt service
• Use of up to $33,000 from cell‑tower rent to repair footings at Hometown Junction Building
• Resolution No. 25‑029 approving the 2026 Fitch‑Rona EMS operating and capital budgets
• Resolution No. 25‑030 approving exceeding the levy limit for joint EMS districts

The Common Council appointed three members to the Community Development Authority. It approved payment of $681,813.52 in bills and adopted three finance resolutions covering the city fee schedule, the 2026 Fitch‑Rona EMS operating and capital budgets, and exceeding the levy limit for joint EMS districts. The council also rejected an offer related to litigation and authorized staff to draw on the Whispering Coves letter of credit. All actions were approved by an 8‑0 vote.

• Appointed Mills Harrison, Linnea Matulat, Jess Gunderson to Community Development Authority (8-0)
• Approved payment of $681,813.52 bills (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-028 amending City Fee Schedule (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-029 2026 Fitch‑Rona EMS operating and capital budgets (8-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-030 exceeding levy limit for Joint EMS Districts (8-0)
• Rejected the offer in litigation matter (8-0)
• Authorized staff to draw on Whispering Coves letter of credit for incomplete work (8-0)
• Adjourned meeting (8-0)

Finance Committee

The committee will vote on approving the minutes from its October 13 meeting and on several resolutions. Key items include a recommendation to amend the City Fee Schedule, approval of the 2025 FitchRona EMS operating and capital budgets, and a proposal to exceed the levy limit for Joint EMS districts. The meeting will also cover 2026 budget updates and the payment of bills totaling $2,215,362.21.

• Approve October 13, 2025 Finance Committee minutes
• Recommend City Council adopt Resolution R‑25‑028 to amend the City Fee Schedule
• Recommend City Council adopt Resolution R‑25‑029 to approve the 2025 FitchRona EMS operating and capital budgets
• Recommend City Council adopt Resolution R‑25‑030 to exceed the levy limit for Joint EMS districts
• Discuss 2026 budget updates and approve payment of bills totaling $2,215,362.21

The committee approved the October 13, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It recommended three resolutions to City Council: amending the city fee schedule (R-25-028), approving the 2026 FitchRona EMS operating and capital budgets (R-25-029), and exceeding the levy limit for joint EMS districts (R-25-030). The committee also approved payment of bills totaling $681,813.52. No action was taken on the 2026 budget updates.

• Approved October 13, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Recommended City Council Resolution R-25-028 to amend city fee schedule (3-0)
• Recommended City Council Resolution R-25-029 to approve 2026 FitchRona EMS operating and capital budgets (3-0)
• Recommended City Council Resolution R-25-030 to exceed levy limit for joint EMS districts (3-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $681,813.52 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Park, Recreation, and Forestry Commission will meet to discuss the Community Center reservation form, facility policy, and rental fees. The group will also review the Request for Proposal (RFP) for the Skatepark selection.

• Discussion on Community Center Reservation Form
• Discussion on Community Center Facility Policy
• Discussion on Community Center Rental Fees
• Discussion on RFP Skatepark Selection
• Approval of September 17, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the September 17, 2025 meeting. It also approved the community center reservation form and adopted new rental fees that double charges for non‑residents. No action was taken on the facility policy, and the skatepark consultant selection was postponed. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved September 17, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Community Center Reservation Form (5-0)
• Approved Community Center Rental Fees, doubling non‑resident fees (5-0)
• No action on Community Center Facility Policy
• Skatepark RFP not selected; three consultants to be interviewed next meeting
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Tourism Commission

The Verona Tourism Commission will consider possible actions on the Verona Area Chamber of Commerce 2026 tourism budget. It will also review the 2025 year‑to‑date tourism budget and discuss criteria for establishing the annual tourism budget. An update on the recruitment of a tourism coordinator will be provided. The commission will examine the terms and conditions of the existing Room Tax Agreement.

• Possible action on Verona Area Chamber of Commerce 2026 Tourism Budget
• Possible action on 2025 year‑to‑date Tourism Budget
• Possible action on establishing criteria for the annual Tourism Budget
• Update on Tourism Coordinator recruitment
• Discussion of terms and conditions of the Room Tax Agreement

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the September 16 meeting. It adopted a quarterly framework (quarters 3/4/1/2) for crafting the tourism budget. The board also approved a $337,000 allocation for the 2026 tourism budget. Motions to enter and later exit a closed session were adopted.

• Approved September 16 minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted quarters 3/4/1/2 for tourism budget criteria (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 tourism budget allocation of $337,000 (unanimous)
• Moved into closed session (4-0)
• Reopened to open session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

EMS Commission

The Fitch-Rona EMS Commission meeting will review and approve minutes from the October 10, 2025 meeting, recognize staff for length of service, hear the Chief’s Report, and present the budget for 2026. Public comment will be accepted, and any other business allowed by law may be addressed before adjournment.

• Review and approval of meeting minutes from October 10, 2025
• Employee length of service recognition
• Chief’s Report
• Presentation of the 2026 budget
• Public comment period

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee will consider three items: approval of Pay Request #3 for the Legion Street Project (Parisi Construction Inc.) up to $118,816.85; approval of Pay Request #1 for the Mark Drive Reconstruction Phase 1 (James Peterson and Sons Inc.) up to $321,414.16; and a recommendation to approve a lump‑sum fee of $42,315.00 for the City of Verona Garage Facility Planning and Needs Study update (Barrientos Design and Consulting).

• Legion Street Project – Pay Request #3, max $118,816.85 (Parisi Construction Inc.)
• Mark Drive Reconstruction Phase 1 – Pay Request #1, max $321,414.16 (James Peterson and Sons Inc.)
• Garage Facility Planning and Needs Study update – lump‑sum fee $42,315.00 (Barrientos Design and Consulting)

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the meeting minutes. It authorized Pay Request #3 for the Legion Street Project up to $118,816.85 and Pay Request #1 for the Mark Drive Reconstruction Phase 1 up to $321,414.16. The committee also recommended approval of a garage facility planning and needs study update to Barrientos Design and Consulting for up to $16,105.00. All motions passed unanimously (2‑0).

• Approved meeting minutes (2-0)
• Approved Pay Request #3 for Legion Street Project, $118,816.85 (2-0)
• Approved Pay Request #1 for Mark Drive Reconstruction Phase 1, $321,414.16 (2-0)
• Recommended approval of garage facility planning and needs study update to Barrientos Design and Consulting, $16,105.00 (2-0)

Common Council

The Verona Common Council will discuss and possibly act on several items, including a property purchase for future public works, an affordable‑housing development agreement, and amendments to animal and vehicle ordinances. The council will also review library impact fees, a cell‑tower repair budget, and liquor license applications. Some items may be moved to a closed session for negotiation.

• Consideration of purchasing property at 6500 Shady Bend Rd. or near Well No. 6 on Whalen Rd. for future public works use
• Development Agreement for Argus Apartments Affordable Housing Project
• Ordinance No. 25‑1077 amending Title 10, Chapter 1, Section 28 on large vehicle and trailer parking
• Library Impact Fees payment of $30,000 for 2025 library debt service
• Cell Tower rent balance not to exceed $33,000 to fix footings at Hometown Junction Building

The council approved the Development Agreement for the Argus Apartments affordable housing project, contingent on final approval by the City Attorney and Administrator and requiring at least four hours per week of supportive services. It also adopted Ordinance No. 25-1077 updating large vehicle and trailer parking rules and Ordinance No. 25-1076 adding additional animal restrictions. The council authorized several financial actions, including payment of $2,215,362.20 in bills and use of up to $33,000 of cell‑tower rent balance for footings at the Hometown Junction Building. All motions passed unanimously with an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved Development Agreement for Argus Apartments affordable housing project (contingent on final approvals) (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-1077 amending large vehicle and trailer parking (8-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-1076 amending additional animal restrictions (8-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2,215,362.20 (8-0)
• Approved use of up to $33,000 cell tower rent balance for footings at Hometown Junction Building (8-0)
• Approved substitution of $30,000 library impact fees to pay 2025 library debt service (8-0)
• Approved appointment of Alejandro Hernandez to the Plan Commission (8-0)
• Approved Trishaw Program at Verona Senior Center contingent on pilot and waiver forms (8-0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The Verona Public Safety & Welfare Committee meets on Oct 13, 2025 at 6:45 p.m. in the Council Chambers. After routine items, the committee will discuss and possibly recommend approval of a Class “B” fermented malt beverage and Class “C” wine license for Art House 360, located at 401 W. Verona Ave. Approval would be contingent on final inspections.

• Application for a Class “B” fermented malt beverage and Class “C” wine license – Art House 360, 401 W. Verona Ave.
• Approval of minutes from the September 22, 2025 Public Safety and Welfare Committee meeting

The committee approved the September 22, 2025 meeting minutes. It voted to recommend that the Common Council approve a Class B fermented malt beverage and Class C wine license for Art House 360 at 401 W. Verona Ave., pending final inspections. The meeting was adjourned at 6:48 p.m.

• Approved September 22 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve Class B malt beverage and Class C wine license for Art House 360, contingent on final inspections (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:48 p.m. (3-0)

Finance Committee

The committee will discuss and possibly approve using up to $33,000 of cell‑tower rent revenue to fund footings repairs at the Hometown Junction building. It will consider Resolution R‑25‑027 requesting exemption from the Dane County library tax. The committee will recommend using library impact fees instead of the $30,000 rental income from the former library for the 2025 budget. Updates to the 2026 budget will be reviewed, including reductions in general transportation aid, public‑works light‑pole painting, pavement rehabilitation, and police planning funds.

• Approve use of cell‑tower rent balance up to $33,000 for Hometown Junction footings repair
• Recommend exemption from Dane County library tax (Resolution R‑25‑027)
• Utilize library impact fees in place of $30,000 rental income from the old library
• 2026 budget updates: $129,232 reduction in general transportation aid, $75,000 light‑pole painting moved to capital budget, $65,000 pavement rehabilitation reduction, $20,000 police concept‑planning fund discussion
• Approve September 22, 2025 Finance Committee minutes

The committee approved the September 25, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It recommended using up to $33,000 of cell‑tower rent revenue to repair footings at the Hometown Junction Building and recommended an exemption from the County Library Tax. The committee also approved payment of bills totaling $2,215,362.21 and then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved September 25, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Recommended use of cell tower rent up to $33,000 for footings at Hometown Junction Building (3-0)
• Recommended to City Council Resolution R-25-027 exemption from County Library Tax (3-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2,215,362.21 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Plan Commission

The Verona Plan Commission will approve minutes from its September 2, 2025 meeting and hold a public hearing on the Backus Property located east of Blue Ice Pass and west of CTH M. Commissioners will discuss a comprehensive‑plan amendment, annexation, zoning map amendment to Urban Residential, and several conditional‑use permits for a 240‑unit apartment complex, two townhome buildings, and a height variance above the 35‑foot limit. The agenda also includes a discussion of comprehensive‑plan open‑house boards and an update on other development projects.

• Approve minutes from the September 2, 2025 Plan Commission meeting.
• Public hearing on Backus Property – comprehensive‑plan amendment to designate 14.99 acres for multifamily housing (240‑unit apartments and two townhome buildings).
• Annexation of the same 14.99 acres to the City of Verona.
• Zoning map amendment to rezone 14.99 acres to Urban Residential.
• Conditional‑use permits, including a height variance to exceed the 35‑foot maximum for Urban Residential.

The commission approved the September 2, 2025 Plan Commission minutes by a 6‑0 vote. The Backus property agenda item was not discussed; the public hearing did not occur and will be rescheduled for December. The meeting was adjourned at 6:54 p.m. by a 6‑0 vote.

• Approved September 2, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Backus property public hearing not held; agenda item postponed to December
• Adjourned meeting at 6:54 p.m. (6-0)

Library Board

The Verona Public Library Board will approve the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes and the September 2025 invoices. It will hear a City Council Liaison report and a Library Director report. The board will discuss the proposed 2026 library budget and receive an update on the Library Space Needs Assessment.

• Approval of regular meeting minutes from 9/3/25
• Approval of September 2025 invoices
• Discussion of the 2026 library budget
• Update on Library Space Needs Assessment (current 33,000 sq ft)
• City Council Liaison report (Verona Envision, social media policy update)

The Verona Public Library Board approved the September 3, 2025 meeting minutes and the September 2025 invoices. The board also approved the 2026 library budget. The next regular meeting was set for November 5, 2025, and the board adjourned the session.

• Approved September 3, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved September 2025 invoices (motion carried)
• Approved the 2026 library budget (motion carried)
• Set next regular meeting for November 5, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Cemetery Board

The Verona Cemetery Board meeting on October 1 will discuss and possibly act on several agenda items. Topics include approval of the September 17, 2025 minutes, repair of historic headstones, updates to cemetery rules and regulations, landscaping and maintenance services, personal memorabilia and decorations, and proposals for a scattering garden and a native prairie burial area. The board will vote on any actions after discussion.

• Repair of five historic marble headstones
• Updates to cemetery rules and regulations
• Landscaping and maintenance services contract discussion
• Proposal for a scattering garden
• Proposal for a native prairie/forested burial area

Comprehensive Plan Task Force

The Comprehensive Plan Task Force is holding two public open house sessions to discuss the Envision Verona Comprehensive Plan. No official actions will be taken by any city bodies during these sessions.

• Open house session from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Verona Senior Center, 108 Paoli St.
• Open house session from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the Verona Public Library, 500 Silent St.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will meet to discuss updates to the 2026 budget. The body will also consider using Library Impact Fees to replace $30,000 in projected rental income from the old library for the 2025 budget.

• Proposed use of Library Impact Fees to replace $30,000 in rental income for 2025 budget
• Discussion and possible action on 2026 Budget Updates
• Approval of September 22, 2025, Finance Committee minutes

The committee approved the September 22, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3‑0). It voted to recommend using Library impact fees in place of the $30,000 rental income from the old Library for the 2025 budget (3‑0). The committee agreed to reduce the pavement‑rehabilitation budget by $65,000, cut a $55,000 position‑needs‑study request by $53,000, and lower the contingency fund to cover a $17,000 levy overrun. It also agreed to consider using cell‑tower rent for park repairs at a future meeting and adjourned (3‑0).

• Approved September 22, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Recommended using Library impact fees instead of $30,000 rental income (3-0)
• Agreed to reduce pavement rehabilitation budget by $65,000
• Reduced position‑needs‑study request by $53,000, retaining $2,000
• Reduced contingency fund to cover $17,000 levy overrun
• Agreed to consider using cell‑tower rent for park repairs at next meeting
• Adjourned the meeting (3-0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee will review two inspection service contracts for upcoming developments, approve a reduction and an increase to design‑service budgets on major road projects, and consider final payments for the North Booster Station. They will also act on the minutes from the September 8 meeting. Public comment and staff reports are included on the agenda.

• Inspection Services Agreement – JT Engineering – up to $89,720.00
• Inspection Services Agreement – KL Engineering – up to $113,337.60
• Change Order #1 – US 18 151 Auxiliary Lane – design services budget reduced, not to exceed $850,000 (total contract $2,070,000)
• Change Order #1 – West Rd/Hyper Drive – design services budget increased, not to exceed $850,000 (total contract $3,730,100)
• North Booster Station – final pay request – up to $19,459.08

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved several contracts and change orders, each passing with a 3‑0 vote. Approvals included two inspection service agreements, two design‑service change orders, and two payment requests for the North Booster Station project. All actions were authorized without dissent.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Inspection Services Agreement with JT Engineering for Dreger Development, up to $89,720.00 (3-0)
• Approved Inspection Services Agreement with KL Engineering for Avalon Ridge Development, up to $113,337.60 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for US 18 at 151 Aux Lane, not to exceed $850,000, total contract $2,070,000 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #1 for Project West Rd/Hyper Drive, not to exceed $850,000, total contract $3,730,100 (3-0)
• Approved Change Order #3 for Project #2022-109 North Booster Station (Rohde Brothers), not to exceed $844.20 (3-0)
• Approved final Pay Request #12 for Project #2022-109 North Booster Station, not to exceed $19,459.08 (3-0)

Common Council

The Verona Common Council will vote on paying outstanding bills totaling $963,630.45. It will also consider several license applications, contract awards, and development agreements. Additional discussion items include denial of individual claims and updates on public works projects.

• Payment of bills in the amount of $963,630.45 (Finance Committee)
• Denial of claim for Madelyn Anderson (Finance Committee)
• Application for a Class B intoxicating liquor and fermented malt beverage license for Yeeshan Asian Eatery, LLC at 507 W. Verona Ave., Suite 100 (Public Safety & Welfare Committee)
• Award of contract for Project 2025-101 pavement rehabilitation and sidewalk improvements on Edward St to Wolf Paving, not to exceed $443,100 (Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee)
• Discussion of FRED-Verona Development Agreement – Phase 2 (New Business)

The Common Council approved the September 8 meeting minutes and authorized payment of $582,987.63 in city bills. It approved a renovation budget of up to $40,000 for the building at 130 N. Franklin St. and granted several licensing and contract approvals, including a reserve Class B liquor license for Yeeshan Asian Eatery and the Phase 2 FRED‑Verona Development Agreement, all with unanimous votes.

• Approved September 8, 2025 minutes (8-0)
• Approved payment of city bills totaling $582,987.63 (8-0)
• Denied claim from Madelyn Anderson (8-0)
• Approved renovation budget up to $40,000 for 130 N. Franklin St. (8-0)
• Approved reserve Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage license for Yeeshan Asian Eatery, contingent on payment and inspections (8-0)
• Approved temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for Verona Area Community Theater (8-0)
• Approved construction inspection services contract for Apex Phase 2 (JT Engineering) up to $89,720.00 (8-0)
• Approved FRED‑Verona Development Agreement‑Phase 2, contingent on final staff approval (8-0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The Public Safety & Welfare Committee will discuss and potentially act on two alcohol license applications. These include a permanent license for a new restaurant and a temporary license for a community event.

• Reserve 'Class B' Intoxicating Liquor and Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage license for Yeeshan Asian Eatery at 507 W. Verona Ave., Suite 100
• Temporary Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage License for Verona Area Community Theater for the Cabaret Showdown on November 21, 2025

The committee approved the August 25, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. It voted to recommend the Common Council approve a reserve Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage license for Yeeshan Asian Eatery, contingent on payment and inspections. It also recommended approval of a temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for the Verona Area Community Theater’s Cabaret Showdown on November 21, 2025. The meeting adjourned at 6:49 p.m.

• Approved August 25 minutes (3‑0)
• Recommended Common Council approve reserve Class B liquor license for Yeeshan Asian Eatery (3‑0)
• Recommended Common Council approve temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for Cabaret Showdown (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Finance Committee

The Verona Finance Committee approved the September 8, 2025 minutes and authorized the use of rental revenue not to exceed $40,000 for Community Center renovation costs in 2025. The committee also discussed 2026 budget updates for multiple departments, potential denial of two sewer‑backup claims, and various public‑works projects, but no formal actions on those items were recorded.

• Approval of rental revenue use up to $40,000 for Community Center renovation (2025)
• Discussion of 2026 budget updates for Library, Tax Increment Districts, Debt, Municipal Court, Economic Development and Fee Schedule
• Recommendation to deny sewer‑backup claim by Madelyn Anderson ($1,739.89) and by Philip Ender ($5,000)
• Public Works proposal for light and signal poles on East Verona Avenue costing $75,000
• Recreation budget levy increase of $51,000, raising total levy to approximately $94,000

The committee approved the September 15 Finance Committee minutes. It voted to deny three citizen claims for sewer backup damage. It approved payment of city bills totaling $582,987.63. The committee also decided not to fund several staffing requests and scheduled a follow‑up budget meeting for September 25.

• Approved September 15, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Denied three sewer backup damage claims (3-0)
• Approved payment of bills $582,987.63 (3-0)
• Decided not to fund Social Worker, new Police Officer, Senior Center assistant, and three Fire Lieutenant positions
• Reduced Scissor Lift budget to $10,000 for a used lift
• Reduced General Transportation Aids estimate by $50,000
• Scheduled follow‑up budget meeting for September 25

EMS Commission

The Fitch-Rona EMS Commission will review and approve the minutes from the August 21, 2025 meeting, authorize pending accounts payable checks, and vote on Resolution 2025-7 to adopt GASB 54. Commissioners will also discuss a possible update to the Conditions of Employment policy and announce the next annual district meeting scheduled for October 16. Public comment will be accepted before adjournment.

• Review and approval of meeting minutes from August 21, 2025
• Review and approval of accounts payable checks authorized by Chief Anderson
• Resolution 2025-7 – Approval of GASB 54
• Discussion and possible action on policy update – Conditions of Employment
• Annual District Meeting – October 16 at 7 p.m.

The commission approved the August 21, 2025 meeting minutes and authorized accounts payable checks. It adopted Resolution 2025‑7 approving GASB 54 and approved updates to the Conditions of Employment policy, pending attorney review. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved August 21, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Authorized accounts payable checks (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2025‑7 – GASB 54 (motion carried)
• Approved Conditions of Employment policy changes, subject to attorney review (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:32 PM (motion carried)

Cemetery Board

The Verona Cemetery Board will meet to discuss adding a scattering garden and a native prairie/forested burial area. The board will also review cemetery rules and animal restrictions.

• Discussion on adding a scattering garden
• Discussion on adding a Native Prairie/Forested Burial Area
• Discussion on cemetery rules and regulations
• Discussion on animal restrictions (Sec. 7-1-6.5(a)(5))
• Discussion on headstones in need of repair

The board approved the July 22, 2025 Cemetery Board minutes by a 4‑0 vote. It voted 5‑0 to delete Section 7‑1‑6.5(a)(5) of the animal restrictions. Proposals to add a scattering garden and a native prairie/forested burial area were tabled until the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:52 p.m. by a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved July 22, 2025 minutes (4‑0)
• Removed Sec. 7‑1‑6.5(a)(5) Additional Restrictions of Animals (5‑0)
• Tabled adding a scattering garden
• Tabled adding a native prairie/forested burial area
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Verona Park, Recreation, and Forestry Commission will consider the proposed Adopt a Median Program, which offers reimbursement of up to $2.50 per square foot (maximum $400) for initial planting and up to $250 per year for maintenance. The commission will also review the Request for Proposals for a new Verona Skate Park System, covering a 7,500‑sq‑ft skatepark and four 1,000‑sq‑ft developmental features. Additional agenda items include discussion of the Ardent Glen Park Development and approval of the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes.

• Discussion of Adopt a Median Program – reimbursement up to $2.50/sq ft, max $400 per median
• RFP for Verona Skate Park System – design of ~7,500 sq ft skatepark and four ~1,000 sq ft features
• Discussion of Ardent Glen Park Development
• Approval of August 20, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the August 20, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3-0 vote. It then voted 3-0 to not pursue an Adopt a Median/Cul-de-Sac program. No action was taken on the skate‑park RFP or the proposed basketball‑court change at Ardent Glen Park. The meeting was adjourned by a 3-0 vote.

• Approved Aug. 20, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Rejected Adopt a Median/Cul-de-Sac program (3-0)
• No action on skate‑park RFP (advertisement to proceed)
• No action on Ardent Glen Park basketball‑court modification
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Comprehensive Plan Task Force

The Verona Comprehensive Plan Task Force will approve minutes from its June 17, 2025 meeting. It will discuss the draft land use map, the draft transportation map, and draft visual preference boards. The meeting also outlines upcoming community input sessions at several schools and the library.

• Approve minutes from the June 17, 2025 Task Force meeting
• Discuss Draft Land Use Map (multiple resolution PDFs provided)
• Discuss Draft Transportation Map (multiple resolution PDFs provided)
• Discuss Draft Visual Preference Boards (PDF provided)
• Schedule community input sessions on Sept. 17, Sept. 26, Sept. 30, and Oct. 2 at listed locations

The Comprehensive Plan Task Force approved the minutes from the June 17, 2025 meeting with a 5‑0 vote. The remainder of the meeting consisted of discussions on draft land‑use and transportation maps, visual preference options, and various subarea proposals, but no additional actions were voted on.

• Approved June 17, 2025 minutes (5-0)

Tourism Commission

The Verona Tourism Commission will meet on September 16, 2025 to consider the 2025 Quarter 2 Room Tax Report and to set expectations for how the commission reports its expenditures. The meeting also includes discussion of tourism expenditure reporting guidelines, and reports from the tourism coordinator, staff, and commission members.

• Discussion and possible action on the 2025 Quarter 2 Room Tax Report
• Discussion and possible action on Tourism Commission Expenditure Reporting Expectations
• Report and comments from Tourism Coordinator Allison Plumer
• Report and comments from city staff
• Report and comments from Commission members

The Tourism Commission unanimously approved the minutes from the July 15, 2025 meeting. No formal actions were taken on the room‑tax report or expenditure‑reporting expectations. The meeting was then adjourned unanimously.

• Approved July 15, 2025 minutes (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Finance Committee

The Verona Finance Committee will vote on three matters: approving the September 8 minutes, discussing 2026 budget updates—including a senior‑center generator estimate of $120,000 and a levy‑limit increase of $905,000—and approving payment of bills totaling $963,630.45. The budget discussion also noted estimated extra costs of $20,000 for COLA, $170,000 for health insurance, and about $900,000 for new positions. The committee will then adjourn.

• Approve September 8, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (motion carried 2‑0).
• Senior Center generator cost estimate of $120,000, covered by excess fund balance.
• Levy‑limit increase of $905,000; additional budget items include $20,000 COLA and $170,000 health‑insurance costs.
• Estimated new position costs of approximately $900,000 across departments.
• Approve payment of bills totaling $963,630.45 (motion carried 3‑0).

The Finance Committee approved the September 8, 2025 minutes (3‑0). It decided to defer the Pit Park master plan ($50,000) and the Veterans Park pickleball wind‑screen and concrete pad ($30,000) to the next year. The board also chose to wait on the $250,000 building‑cover project at the purple cow and to reimburse 95% of the cost for two new Engineering Technicians. The meeting was adjourned (3‑0).

• Approved September 8, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3‑0)
• Deferred Pit Park master plan $50,000 to next year
• Deferred Veterans Park pickleball wind‑screen and concrete pad $30,000 to next year
• Postponed decision on $250,000 building‑cover project at the purple cow
• Approved 95% cost reimbursement for two Engineering Technicians
• Adjourned meeting (3‑0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the minutes from August 25, 2025. It authorized a pay request of up to $206,402.28 for the Legion Street‑Westlawn Project. The committee recommended awarding a construction‑inspection contract for the SSM Health Clinic and awarded a $443,100 pavement and sidewalk contract for Edward Street. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved August 25, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved Pay request #2 for Project 2023-112 Legion Street‑Westlawn, up to $206,402.28 (3-0)
• Recommended awarding Construction Inspection Services contract for SSM Health Clinic (3-0)
• Awarded contract for Project 2025-101 Edward Street pavement and sidewalk improvements to Wolf Paving Inc, up to $443,100.00 (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved the FRED‑Verona Development Agreement Phase 2, pending final approval by the City Administrator, City Attorney, and staff. It also approved construction inspection contracts for Apex Phase 2 and Avalon Ridge, and granted two Class B alcoholic beverage licenses. Additional actions included paying $582,987.63 in bills, denying three private claims, and authorizing up to $40,000 for renovations at 130 N. Franklin St.

• Approved FRED‑Verona Development Agreement Phase 2 (contingent on final approvals) – 8‑0
• Approved Construction Inspection Services Contract for Apex Phase 2 (up to $89,720.00) – 8‑0
• Approved Construction Inspection Services Contract for Avalon Ridge (up to $113,337.60) – 8‑0
• Approved Reserve Class B liquor and fermented malt beverage license for Yeeshan Asian Eatery, contingent on payment and inspections – 8‑0
• Approved temporary Class B fermented malt beverage license for Dee Baldock, Verona Area Community Theater – 8‑0
• Approved payment of bills totaling $582,987.63 – 8‑0
• Denied claims from Madelyn Anderson, Philip Ender, and Pat Ehly – each 8‑0
• Approved budget for renovations at 130 N. Franklin St. not to exceed $40,000 – 8‑0

Finance Committee

The committee approved the August 25, 2025 Finance Committee minutes with a 2‑0 vote. It approved payment of bills totaling $963,630.45 by a 3‑0 vote. The committee requested staff to provide a list of potential budget reductions. The meeting was adjourned at 6:39 p.m. by a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved August 25, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (2-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $963,630.45 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:39 p.m. (3-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee will discuss a compensation and classification study for non-represented personnel and potential pay updates. The body will also consider reclassifying and recruiting social work positions and adjusting part-time police officer wages.

• Compensation and Classification Study for Non-Represented Personnel with implementation options for January 1, 2026
• Proposed addition of a full-time Social Worker in the Police Department for 2026
• Reclassification of Senior Center Lead Case Manager to Lead Social Worker (Grade 8)
• Reclassification of vacant Senior Center Case Manager to Social Worker (Grade 7)
• Proposed part-time police officer wage increase from $23.39 to $34.37 per hour

The committee unanimously approved the recommended Compensation and Classification plan effective Jan 1, 2026, which changes the Construction Engineer position to exempt status and adds a bachelor’s degree requirement for Police Sergeant, setting the Sergeant’s salary at $108,420. It also approved reclassifying the Senior Center Lead Social Worker to Grade 8 and converting the current Case Manager to a Senior Center Social Worker position. Additionally, the committee approved tying part‑time police officer wages to Step 1 of the Wisconsin Professional Police Association agreement. All motions passed unanimously.

• Approved minutes of August 7, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved convening into closed session (3‑0)
• Approved reconvening into open session (3‑0)
• Approved Compensation and Classification plan effective Jan 1, 2026 (unanimous)
• Directed HR to draft social worker position description for Finance Committee (no vote)
• Approved reclassification of Senior Center Lead Social Worker to Grade 8 (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Case Manager to Senior Center Social Worker (unanimous)
• Approved tying part‑time police officer wages to Step 1 of WPPA agreement (unanimous)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission approved the May 21, 2025 meeting minutes by a 3-0 vote. It then authorized both internal and external recruitment for the police lieutenant position, also by a 3-0 vote. The meeting was adjourned at 5:52 p.m. following a unanimous 3-0 motion.

• Approved May 21, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Authorized internal and external recruitment for police lieutenant (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:52 p.m. (3-0)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting and approved the August 2025 invoices. Both motions were carried. The board then adjourned the meeting.

• Approved August 6, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved August 2025 invoices (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The Plan Commission will hold a public hearing and discuss conditional use permits and site plan amendments for properties on West Verona Avenue, Ambition Street, and North Edge Trail. The body will also receive updates on the city's Comprehensive Plan and development projects.

• Public hearing and action on roof mechanical height and storefront modifications at 301 and 303 West Verona Avenue
• Site plan amendment to increase parking at 1155 Ambition Street
• One-year extension of preliminary and final plan and conditional use permit for 1050 North Edge Trail
• Comprehensive Plan open houses scheduled for September 30, 2025, at the Senior Center and Public Library

The Verona Plan Commission approved a conditional use permit to increase the maximum height for roof‑mounted mechanicals at 301 and 303 West Verona Avenue. It also approved site‑plan amendments for those properties, added 12 parking stalls at 1155 Ambition Street with conditions, and granted a one‑year extension of the planned development and conditional use permit at 1050 North Edge Trail. All motions passed unanimously (4‑0). No public comments were received.

• Approved conditional use permit to increase roof‑mounted mechanical height at 301 & 303 West Verona Ave (4‑0)
• Approved site‑plan amendment to modify storefront and add ground‑mounted mechanicals at 301 & 303 West Verona Ave (4‑0)
• Approved site‑plan amendment adding 12 parking stalls at 1155 Ambition Street with conditions (4‑0)
• Approved one‑year extension of the planned development and conditional use permit at 1050 North Edge Trail, with signage and maintenance conditions (4‑0)
• Approved minutes from August 4, 2025 Plan Commission meeting (4‑0)
• Opened public hearing for roof‑mounted mechanical permit (4‑0)
• Closed public hearing for roof‑mounted mechanical permit (4‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (4‑0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the August 11, 2025 meeting minutes (3‑0). It voted to recommend approval of the Ardent Glen Water Main Public Improvements Agreement, pending final review by the City Administrator and City Attorney (3‑0). The committee also unanimously recommended removing a street tree associated with sidewalk, curb, and driveway apron replacement on Harvest Lane.

• Approved August 11, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Ardent Glen Water Main Public Improvements Agreement (3-0)
• Unanimously recommended removal of tree for Harvest Lane sidewalk replacement

Common Council

The Verona Common Council will discuss development agreements for the Cascade and Argus Apartments projects, approve bills, and consider administrative policies regarding social media and employee leave benefits.

• Discussion and possible action on Development Agreement for Cascade Project
• Discussion and possible action on Development Agreement - Argus Apartments Affordable Housing Project
• Discussion and possible action on Administrative Policy Number 60 (Social Media)
• Discussion and possible action on Administrative Policy Number 4 (Leave Benefits for Battalion Chief)
• Discussion and possible action on Memorandum of Understanding with WPPA regarding Additional Pay for School Resource Officer

The Common Council approved the minutes from the August 11 meeting, authorized payment of $889,364.30 in bills, and adopted several administrative policies. It also approved a memorandum for additional school resource officer pay, a Class B beverage license for Sleep Inn & Suites, a temporary permit for the Fall Fest, and a development agreement for the Cascade Project. All actions passed with an 8‑0 vote.

• Approved minutes from Aug 11, 2025 meeting (8-0)
• Approved payment of bills $889,364.30 (8-0)
• Approved MOU with WPPA/LEER for additional School Resource Officer pay (8-0)
• Approved Administrative Policy 60 (Social Media) (8-0)
• Approved Administrative Policy 4 (Leave Benefits for Battalion Chief) (8-0)
• Approved Class B Fermented Malt Beverage License for Sleep Inn & Suites, contingent on final inspections (8-0)
• Approved temporary Class B beverage and wine permit for Fall Fest, contingent on fire, insurance, and police requirements (8-0)
• Approved Development Agreement for Cascade Project, contingent upon final review by City Administrator and City Attorney (8-0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting. It recommended that the Common Council approve a Class B fermented malt beverage license for Sleep Inn & Suites, pending final inspection. It approved special event permits for the VAHS Homecoming Parade (Oct 3), the Sugar Creek Fun Run (Oct 4), and the Ironman Wisconsin (Sep 7). It also recommended approval of a temporary Class B beverage and wine permit and event permit for the Fall Fest (Sept 26), contingent on insurance and fire department approval.

• Approved minutes from Aug 11, 2025 meeting (2-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve Class B fermented malt beverage license for Sleep Inn & Suites, contingent on final inspection (2-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for VAHS Homecoming Parade, Oct 3, 2025 (2-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Sugar Creek Fun Run, Oct 4, 2025 (2-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Ironman Wisconsin, Sep 7, 2025 (3-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve temporary Class B fermented malt beverage/wine permit and event permit for Fall Fest, Sep 26, 2025, contingent on insurance and fire department approval (3-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the corrected August 11 Finance Committee minutes with a 3‑0 vote. It recommended to the Common Council a memorandum of understanding with the Wisconsin Professional Police Association for additional School Resource Officer pay, also by a 3‑0 vote. Finally, the committee approved payment of bills totaling $889,364.30, again with a unanimous 3‑0 vote.

• Approved August 11 Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Recommended MOU for School Resource Officer pay to Common Council (3-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $889,364.30 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:34 p.m. (3-0)

EMS Commission

The commission approved Resolution 2025‑6, adopting GASB 54 which reclassifies non‑spendable funds and adjusts sick‑leave liabilities. It also changed the Employee Injury Reporting policy to a Standard Operating Procedure and approved a revision to the Ambulance Accident Reporting policy. In addition, the commission approved the accounts payable checks and confirmed the appointment of paramedic Jessica Peters.

• Approved Resolution 2025‑6 adopting GASB 54 (motion carried)
• Approved accounts payable checks authorized by Chief Anderson (motion carried)
• Changed Employee Injury Reporting policy to a Standard Operating Procedure (motion carried)
• Approved revision of Ambulance Accident Reporting policy (motion carried)
• Pinned paramedic Jessica Peters to fill retiring position (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from July 17, 2025 meeting (motion carried)

Park & Recreation Commission

The Verona Park, Recreation and Forestry Commission approved the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting. It also approved the 2026 Draft Capital Parks, Forestry and Recreation Plan, adding funds for Hometown Junction repairs. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 16, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Draft Capital Parks, Forestry and Recreation Plan with Hometown Junction repair funds (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer and Water Committee will discuss a pay request for the Legion Street Project and pedestrian safety on CTH M/South Main Street. Staff will also provide updates on the Public Works Building and other local infrastructure projects.

• Pay request #1 for Project 2023-112 Legion Street Project (Parisi Construction Inc.) not to exceed $208,070.02
• Pedestrian safety discussion for CTH M/South Main Street from Locust Drive to Melody Lane
• Staff update on Mark Drive
• Staff update on sidewalk replacement at West Verona Ave, Heritage
• Staff update on Public Works Building

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the minutes from July 28, 2025. It also approved pay request #1 for the Legion Street Project, allowing a payment up to $208,070.20. No action was taken on the pedestrian‑safety issue on CTH M/South Main Street. The meeting was adjourned.

• Approved July 28, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved pay request #1 for Legion Street Project up to $208,070.20 (3-0)
• No action on pedestrian safety on CTH M/South Main Street (no vote)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Common Council

The Verona Common Council approved the July 28 minutes and authorized payment of $1,660,269.80 in bills. It also approved several development resolutions, a temporary beverage license, a commercial lease, and participation in the Dane County Urban County Consortium. The council convened a closed session to discuss a development agreement and later reconvened in open session.

• Approved July 28 minutes (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills $1,660,269.80 (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-022 for pharmaceutical facility plan, conditional on generator approval (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-023 to split lot at 310 Schweitzer Drive, conditional on shared wall agreement (7-0)
• Approved Temporary Class "B" fermented malt beverage license for Madison 56ers Soccer Club (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-024 to join Dane County Urban County Consortium (7-0)
• Approved commercial lease for Hometown Community Church (7-0)
• Constituted closed session for development agreement deliberation (7-0) and reconvened open session (7-0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The Public Safety & Welfare Committee will discuss approving temporary alcohol licenses for the Madison 56ers Soccer Club and a special event permit for the Verona Kids Triathlon, which requires road closures.

• Temporary Class 'B' Fermented Malt Beverage License for Madison 56ers Soccer Club
• Special Event Permit for Verona Kids Triathlon
• Road closures for Verona Kids Triathlon
• Approval of July 28, 2025 committee minutes
• Staff recommendation for both event permits

The committee approved the July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0). It recommended that the Common Council approve a Temporary Class "B" fermented malt beverage license for the Madison 56ers Fall Invitational (2-0). It also approved a special event permit for the Verona Kids Triathlon, contingent on receipt of a certificate of insurance (2-0).

• Approved July 28, 2025 meeting minutes (2-0)
• Recommended Temporary Class "B" malt beverage license for Madison 56ers Fall Invitational (2-0)
• Approved special event permit for Verona Kids Triathlon, pending insurance certificate (2-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the July 28, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It authorized $36,334 for additional security cameras and key fobs. It approved the purchase of a second leaf‑vac truck, with the city to consider leasing or buying it in 2025. It also approved payment of bills totaling $1,660,269.80.

• Approved July 28, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (2-0)
• Approved $36,334 for security cameras and key fobs (2-0)
• Approved purchase of second leaf‑vac truck, with leasing option considered (2-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,660,269.80 (2-0)

Personnel Committee

The Personnel Committee approved the minutes of the May 7, 2025 meeting. It amended City Administrative Policy #60 on Social Media, with a 2‑1 vote on the specific section, and then unanimously recommended the Common Council approve the revised policy. The committee also unanimously recommended the Common Council adopt changes to Administrative Policy #4 to update leave benefits for Battalion Chiefs.

• Approved minutes of May 7, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Amended Social Media Policy Section 5.B.3.b vote 2‑1 (aye: Helmke, Hoechst; no: Tucker Long)
• Recommended Common Council approve amended Social Media Policy (unanimous)
• Recommended Common Council adopt changes to Administrative Policy #4 for Battalion Chief leave benefits (unanimous)
• Moved agenda items for fire staffing and acting assignment pay (without objection)

Library Board

The Verona Library Board approved the July 2 meeting minutes and the June 2025 invoices. The board also approved revisions to the Community Bulletin Board Policy. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved July 2, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved June 2025 invoices (motion carried)
• Approved Community Bulletin Board Policy revisions (motion carried)
• Adjourned the meeting (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the June 2, 2025 minutes and held a public hearing for 201 Prairie Heights Drive, which received no comments. It voted to recommend that the Common Council approve the planned development amendment for a small‑scale pharmaceutical manufacturing facility with land‑use and noise exemptions. It also recommended that the Common Council approve a certified survey map to split lot 1 at 310 Schweitzer Drive, subject to a shared‑wall agreement. All votes were unanimous (7‑0).

• Approved June 2, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Opened public hearing for 201 Prairie Heights Drive (7-0)
• Closed public hearing for 201 Prairie Heights Drive (7-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve 201 Prairie Heights Drive development amendment with land‑use and noise exemptions (7-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve certified survey map to split lot at 310 Schweitzer Drive, with shared‑wall agreement condition (7-0)
• Adjourned meeting (7-0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the July 14, 2025 minutes with a 3‑0 vote. It recommended approval of an inspection service agreement for Ardent Glen Phase 4 up to $82,178.75 and a design service agreement for the 3‑Bridge Military Ridge State Trail project up to $196,261.00, but no votes were recorded on those recommendations. No action was taken on pedestrian safety on South Main Street. The meeting was adjourned at 6:51 p.m.

• Approved July 14 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended approval of Inspection Service Agreement up to $82,178.75 (no vote recorded)
• Recommended approval of Design Service Agreement up to $196,261.00 (no vote recorded)
• No action on pedestrian safety on CTH M/South Main Street
• Adjourned meeting at 6:51 p.m.

Common Council

The Verona Common Council approved the minutes from the July 14 meeting. It authorized payment of bills totaling $767,773.10 and adopted several ordinances covering animals, cemetery regulations, snowmobile routes, and public works. The council also approved contracts for inspection services and design services up to $196,261, and convened a closed session before reconvening in open session.

• Approved July 14 minutes (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills $767,773.10 (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-1070 on animals on public grounds (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-1071 on cemetery regulations (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-1075 amending cemetery statutes (7-0)
• Approved cemetery fee schedule amendments (7-0)
• Approved temporary Class B beverage and wine license for Art House 360 event (7-0)
• Approved Ordinance No. 25-1072 amending snowmobile routes (7-0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the July 14 meeting by a 3‑0 vote. It then voted 3‑0 to recommend that the Common Council approve a temporary Class B fermented malt beverage and wine license for Art House 360’s Dancing with the Arts fundraiser on August 15. A motion to recommend Ordinance No.25-1072 amending snowmobile routes was made, but no vote result was recorded. The meeting adjourned at 6:38 p.m.

• Approved July 14 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended temporary Class B beverage and wine license for Art House 360 (3-0)
• Motion to recommend snowmobile routes amendment (vote not recorded)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the July 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes with a 2-0 vote. It also approved payment of bills totaling $767,773.10, also by a 2-0 vote. A brief update on 2026 capital budget discussions was given, but no budget decisions were made. The meeting was adjourned at 6:28 p.m.

• Approved July 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (2-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $767,773.10 (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:28 p.m. (2-0)

Cemetery Board

The board approved the June 16, 2025 Cemetery Board minutes (5‑0). It voted to recommend changes to Ordinance Title 12, Chapter 2‑Cemeteries to the Common Council (5‑0). It also recommended increasing burial lot fees to $1,100 for residents and $1,400 for non‑residents, and raising staking fees to $100 each (5‑0). Several items—including headstone repairs, memorial complaints, a scattering garden, and a native prairie burial area—were tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved June 16, 2025 Cemetery Board minutes (5‑0)
• Recommended Ordinance Title 12, Chapter 2‑Cemeteries changes to Common Council (5‑0)
• Recommended burial lot fee increase to $1,100 for residents and $1,400 for non‑residents; staking fees to $100 each (5‑0)
• Headstones in need of repair tabled
• Complaints regarding memorials, flowers and toys tabled
• Adding a scattering garden tabled
• Adding a native prairie/forested burial area tabled
• Adjourned meeting (5‑0)

EMS Commission

The EMS Commission approved the minutes from the June 12 meeting, the accounts payable checks, and Resolution 2025-5 adopting GASB 54. It also approved the submission of the 2026 operating budget to the municipalities along with two staffing requests for additional ambulance coverage and a new schedule model. All motions carried without recorded vote counts.

• Approved June 12, 2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved accounts payable checks after clarification (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2025-5 adopting GASB 54 (motion carried)
• Approved submission of the 2026 operating budget to municipalities and two staffing requests (motion carried)

Cemetery Board

The board approved the February 27 and May 21, 2025 Cemetery Board minutes, adding a note about cultural recognition of grave decorations, by a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the proposed changes to Ordinance Section 11‑3‑5 Cemetery Regulations, again by a 5‑0 vote. The board agreed that Beth Tucker Long will incorporate all proposed changes to Title 12, Chapter 2 – Cemeteries into a revised document for review and approval at the next meeting. All remaining agenda items—including updates to Ordinance Section 12‑2‑7(d), fee schedules, and various cemetery complaints and new burial area proposals—were tabled until the next meeting.

• Approved February 27 & May 21, 2025 minutes (5‑0)
• Approved changes to Ordinance Sec 11‑3‑5 Cemetery Regulations (5‑0)
• Agreed to update Title 12 Chapter 2 Cemeteries document for next meeting review
• Tabled updates to Ordinance Sec 12‑2‑7(d) Assessments Against Unoccupied Lots
• Tabled fee schedule revisions
• Tabled discussion of mowing complaints in the cemetery
• Tabled discussion of memorials, flowers, and toys complaints
• Tabled proposals for a scattering garden and a native prairie/forested burial area

Park & Recreation Commission

The commission approved the minutes of the May 21, 2025 meeting by a 4-0 vote. It also approved the 2026‑2031 Draft Capital Improvement Plan, adding funds for Hometown Junction repairs, with a 4-0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned by a 4-0 vote.

• Approved May 21, 2025 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved 2026‑2031 Draft Capital Improvement Plan with Hometown Junction repair funds (4-0)
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

Tourism Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the February 18, 2025 meeting. They denied a request to use room tax dollars to accelerate a lump‑sum payment to I.C.E., Inc. for future debt. No other actions were taken.

• Approved minutes of Feb 18, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Denied request to use room tax dollars for I.C.E., Inc. debt acceleration (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the June 23, 2025 minutes. It also approved six project‑related expenditures, including a pay request for the North Booster Station, a change order for the same station, and several upgrades to Well #6, each with a vote of 2‑0.

• Approved June 23, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved North Booster Station‑Rohde Brothers pay request #10 up to $18,000.00 (2-0)
• Approved North Booster Station‑Rohde Brothers change order request #2 up to $6,414.00 (2-0)
• Approved Well #6 Reconstruction and Liner Installation up to $62,304.00 (2-0)
• Approved Well #6 Electric Pump Motor rebuild up to $15,000.00 (2-0)
• Approved Well #6 Chemical Pumps and Blower Replacement up to $20,055.00 (2-0)
• Approved purchase of Con Lyte Nitro Analyzer for Well #6 up to $11,667.00 (2-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved the minutes from the June 23 meeting and appointed Melissa Kellor as the District 1 Alderperson. It authorized payment of $1,286,950.97 in city bills and adopted several ordinances, including changes to open‑burning rules and new electric‑vehicle charging parking. The council also passed a climate resolution and updated the city’s flag‑display policy.

• Approved June 23 minutes (7‑0)
• Appointed Melissa Kellor as District 1 Alderperson (7‑0)
• Appointed Kellor to Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee and Library Board (8‑0)
• Approved payment of bills $1,286,950.97 (8‑0)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1068 amending Open Burning (7‑1)
• Approved Ordinance 25‑1069 creating EV‑charging parking (8‑0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑020 Wisconsin Local Government Climate Resolution (8‑0)
• Approved amendments to City Display of Flags Policy (8‑0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The committee approved the June 23, 2025 Public Safety and Welfare Committee minutes unanimously. It voted 3‑0 to recommend that the Common Council adopt Ordinance 25‑1068 amending the Open Burning code and Ordinance 25‑1069 creating parking reserved for electric‑vehicle charging. The committee also approved Resolution 25‑021, naming private roads at 1979 Milky Way for 911 purposes, with a 3‑0 vote.

• Approved June 23, 2025 committee minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve Ordinance 25-1068 (Open Burning amendment) (3-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve Ordinance 25-1069 (EV charging parking) (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-021 naming private roads for 911 at 1979 Milky Way (3-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the June 23, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It also approved an additional cost of up to $109,000 for the rehabilitation of Well #6. Finally, the committee approved payment of bills totaling $1,286,950.97.

• Approved June 23, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Approved additional cost up to $109,000 for Well #6 (3-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,286,950.97 (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Library Board

The Library Board voted to elect Chris Hopp as President, Rikki Conwell as Vice President, and Kyle Jones as Secretary. The board approved the minutes from the June 4 meeting and the June 2025 invoices. The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m.

• Elected Chris Hopp as President
• Elected Rikki Conwell as Vice President
• Elected Kyle Jones as Secretary
• Approved June 4, 2025 meeting minutes
• Approved June 2025 invoices
• Adjourned meeting at 8:10 p.m.

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting by a 2‑0 vote. It also approved Project 2025‑102 for asphalt pavement surface treatment with Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC, not to exceed $106,491.00, by a 2‑0 vote. Additionally, the committee approved Project 2025‑110 for Well 4 rehabilitation with Water Well Solutions Inc., not to exceed $160,684.00, by a 2‑0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 11, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Project 2025-102 Asphalt Pavement Service Treatment to Fahrner Asphalt Sealers LLC, up to $106,491.00 (2-0)
• Approved Project 2025-110 Well 4 Rehabilitation to Water Well Solutions Inc., up to $160,684.00 (2-0)

Common Council

The council approved a $951,781.58 payment of outstanding bills and authorized the sale of up to $2,120,000 in general‑obligation promissory notes. It also approved the purchase of two storm‑water lots from Anorev LLC with the seller covering property taxes for 2024‑2025. Additional actions included denying an operator license, updating the public‑comment policy, and approving two development agreements pending final approvals.

• Approved payment of bills $951,781.58 (7-0)
• Authorized issuance of up to $2,120,000 General Obligation Promissory Notes, Series 2025A (7-0)
• Denied operator license for Courtney Darrow (7-0)
• Approved acquisition of Lots 2 and 3 of CSM No. 13943 for storm‑water, with tax payment agreement (7-0)
• Approved public comment policy revisions (7-0)
• Approved Ardent Glen Development Agreement‑Phase 4, contingent on final approvals (7-0)
• Approved Kettle Creek North Development Agreement‑Phase 8, contingent on final approvals (7-0)
• Appointed Alderperson Weiss as Chair of the Senior Services Committee (7-0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the June 11, 2025 meeting by a 2‑0 vote. It then voted 2‑0 to recommend that the Common Council deny the operator license for Courtney Darrow, citing the police chief’s June 12 letter. The meeting was adjourned at 6:34 p.m. by a 2‑0 vote.

• Approved June 11 minutes (2-0)
• Recommended Common Council deny Courtney Darrow’s operator license (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:34 p.m. (2-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the minutes from its June 11, 2025 meeting by a 2‑0 vote. It voted to recommend that the Common Council deny an operator license to Courtney Darrow, citing reasons in Chief Dresser’s June 12, 2025 letter, also by a 2‑0 vote.

• Approved June 11, 2025 Public Safety minutes (2-0)
• Recommended Common Council deny Courtney Darrow’s operator license (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 6:34 p.m. (2-0)

Comprehensive Plan Task Force

The task force voted 5‑0 to approve the minutes from the November 19, 2024 meeting. Later, a motion to adjourn the June 17, 2025 meeting was also carried 5‑0 at 7:47 p.m. No other formal actions were taken.

• Approved November 19, 2024 minutes (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:47 p.m. (5-0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting with a 2‑0 vote. A motion to adjourn was then made and carried, ending the session at 6:34 p.m.

• Approved May 27, 2025 minutes (2-0 vote)
• Adjourned meeting

Common Council

The Verona Common Council unanimously approved the 2024 financial statements, paid $929,777.18 in bills, and renewed the audit services contract with Baker Tilly for 2025‑2027. It also approved the Cascade Development Agreement, a Pre‑Annexation Review Agreement, and TAP grant applications for the Main Street Multi‑Use Path and the Military Ridge State Trail. Public safety actions included liquor, tobacco/e‑cigarette, and sidewalk café license renewals, while no action was taken on the open‑burning ordinance. All motions carried 6‑0.

• Approved payment of bills $929,777.18 (6-0)
• Approved audit services contract with Baker Tilly LLP for 2025-2027 (6-0)
• Approved Cascade Development Agreement (6-0)
• Approved TAP Grant for Main Street Multi‑Use Path (6-0)
• Approved TAP Grant for Military Ridge State Trail (6-0)
• Approved liquor license renewals with condition for Cahoots (6-0)
• Approved sidewalk café permit renewal for Toot & Kate's Winebar (6-0)
• No action on Ordinance No. 25-1068 Open Burning (no vote)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The committee approved the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It approved a special‑event permit for Laurie Everitt’s Puppets in the House Festival on July 26, 2025, contingent on receipt of insurance. The committee recommended that the council approve the 2025‑2026 alcohol license renewals, requiring Cahoots to pay its distributor debt first. It also recommended approval of the 2025‑2026 tobacco and vaping license renewals and a sidewalk‑café permit renewal for Toot & Kate’s Winebar. No action was taken on the open‑burning ordinance amendment.

• Approved May 12, 2025 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Puppets in the House Festival (2-0)
• Recommended council approve 2025‑2026 alcohol license renewals, condition Cahoots pay debt (2-0)
• Recommended council approve 2025‑2026 tobacco and vaping license renewals (2-0)
• Recommended council approve sidewalk café permit renewal for Toot & Kate’s Winebar (2-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the May 12, 2025 Finance Committee minutes. It recommended the City Council adopt a contract with Baker Tilly LLP for auditing services for 2025‑2027. The committee decided to purchase a Ford F‑150 XLT Hybrid to replace a stolen public works truck. It also approved payment of bills totaling $929,777.18.

• Approved May 12, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (2-0)
• Recommended Baker Tilly LLP audit contract 2025‑2027 to City Council (2-0)
• Decided to purchase Ford F-150 XLT Hybrid as replacement pickup truck (no vote recorded)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $929,777.18 (2-0)

Library Board

The board approved the regular meeting minutes from April 30, 2025 and the May 2025 invoices. A motion was also passed to set the next meeting for July 2, 2025. The meeting was adjourned after a motion to adjourn was carried.

• Approved April 30, 2025 regular meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved May 2025 invoices (motion carried)
• Approved next meeting date of July 2, 2025 (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting (motion carried)

Plan Commission

The commission unanimously approved the minutes from the May 5, 2025 meeting. It approved the site plan for an addition to the storage building at 1979 Milky Way with a 6‑0 vote (one member abstained). It also recommended that the Common Council approve a certified survey map modifying two lots at 811 and 821 Mark Drive, approved 7‑0.

• Approved May 5, 2025 meeting minutes (7-0)
• Approved site plan addition at 1979 Milky Way (6-0, Powers abstained)
• Recommended Common Council approve certified survey map for 811 & 821 Mark Drive (7-0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the April 14, 2025 minutes (3‑0). It also approved an asphalt maintenance contract with Thunder Road LLC for up to $37,500 (3‑0) and recommended approval of the Mark Drive Reconstruction Phase 1 contract to James Peterson and Sons Inc. for $2,008,878.08 (3‑0). No other actions were taken.

• Approved April 14, 2025 minutes (3‑0)
• Approved Asphalt Maintenance contract with Thunder Road LLC, up to $37,500 (3‑0)
• Recommended approval of Project #2024-105 Mark Drive Reconstruction Phase 1 to James Peterson and Sons Inc., $2,008,878.08 (3‑0)
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Common Council

The Verona Common Council approved a $2,008,878.08 contract for Phase 1 of Project 2024‑105 Mark Drive Reconstruction with a 7‑0 vote. The council also approved a $34,000 economic‑development loan, a $769,687.05 payment of bills, appointments to the Sustainability Task Force, and a Land Use Agreement for the Military Ridge State Trail (8‑0). All motions were carried unanimously or unanimously except where noted. No action was taken on several pending property and intergovernmental items.

• Approved minutes from May 12, 2025 (7-0)
• Approved appointments to the Sustainability Task Force (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 25‑015 loan to Alice Good, LLC for $34,000 (7-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $769,687.05 (7-0)
• Awarded contract for Project 2024‑105 Mark Drive Reconstruction – Phase 1 for $2,008,878.08 (7-0)
• Approved Land Use Agreement for Military Ridge State Trail (8-0)

Cemetery Board

The board approved a motion (5-0) to recommend changes to Ordinance Sec.2-4-13-Cemetery Board and another motion (5-0) to recommend changes to Ordinance Sec.7-1-8-Animals Restricted on Public Grounds and Cemeteries. The board decided to table updates on Ordinance Chapter 2-Cemeteries until the next meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 8:14 p.m. after a 5-0 vote.

• Recommend changes to Sec.2-4-13-Cemetery Board to Common Council (approved 5-0)
• Recommend changes to Sec.7-1-8-Animals Restricted to Common Council (approved 5-0)
• Table updates on Ordinance Chapter 2-Cemeteries (tabled)
• Adjourn Cemetery Board meeting (approved 5-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The commission approved the minutes from the April 16, 2025 meeting. It authorized a full‑service Hop Haus retail outlet at the Verona Little League Tournament Series on the listed dates at 601 E Verona Ave. It also approved the replacement of the Fireman’s Park pier, excluding a kayak launch, with a possible launch to be added next year using restricted park funds.

• Approved April 16, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Hop Haus full-service retail outlet at Little League events (5-0)
• Approved Fireman’s Park pier replacement without kayak launch (5-0)
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Police & Fire Commission

The commission approved the March 19, 2025 meeting minutes. It held a closed session to receive a recruitment update and interview six officer applicants, then returned to open session. The commission certified candidates A103, A102, A105, A104, B105 and A101 for further consideration. The meeting was adjourned at 7:38 p.m.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Convene closed session for recruitment update (3-0)
• Return to open session (3-0)
• Certified six police officer candidates for further consideration (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Common Council

The Common Council approved payment of $2,179,967.08 in city bills and adopted several conditional use permits for a drive‑through car wash, outdoor storage sites, and a condominium plat. It also approved a special event permit for Hometown Days, a Hop Haus retail outlet contingent on further approval, and an addendum to the MP‑Systems laydown yard lease. The council moved to a closed‑session discussion and adjourned the meeting.

• Approved payment of $2,179,967.08 bills (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for drive‑through car wash at 1167 Laser St (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for permanent outdoor storage at 465 Investment Court (8-0)
• Approved conditional use permit for permanent outdoor storage at 1079 American Way (8-0)
• Approved condominium plat for four units at 110 Enterprise Drive (8-0)
• Approved special event permit and temporary Class B beverage license for Hometown Days (8-0)
• Approved Hop Haus full‑service retail outlet at 601 E Verona Ave (7-0, contingent on Parks, Recreation & Forestry Commission approval)
• Approved addendum to Laydown Yard Lease Agreement with MP‑Systems, Inc. (8-0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The Public Safety & Welfare Committee approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting. It recommended that the Common Council approve a special event permit and temporary Class B fermented malt beverage and Class B wine license for Hometown Days. It also approved a full‑service retail outlet for Hop Haus at the Verona Little League Tournament Series. All motions carried with the recorded vote totals.

• Approved April 28, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve special event permit and temporary Class B beverage and wine license for Hometown Days (3-0)
• Approved Full-Service Retail Outlet for Hop Haus at Verona Little League Tournament Series (2-0, Hoechst abstained)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the minutes from the April 28, 2025 meeting with a 3-0 vote. It also approved payment of city bills totaling $2,179,967.08, also by a 3-0 vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved April 28, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $2,179,967.08 (3-0)

EMS Commission

The Fitch‑Rona EMS Commission approved several items, including the March 13 minutes, accounts payable checks, and a resolution adopting GASB 54. Members nominated Patrick Lytle as a new signatory authority and accepted the union's notice to start bargaining with Local 311. The commission also approved submitting the 2025 capital improvement budget to the municipalities and set future meeting dates.

• Approved March 13, 2025 minutes (motion carried)
• Approved accounts payable checks authorized by Chief Anderson (motion carried)
• Approved Resolution 2025-1 – GASB 54 (motion carried)
• Nominated Patrick Lytle as a signatory authority for district finances (motion carried)
• Accepted notice to start bargaining negotiations with Local 311 (motion carried)
• Approved submission of the 2025 CIP budget to municipalities (motion carried)
• Confirmed committee and officer assignments (no change)
• Adjourned the meeting at 9:03 PM (motion carried)

Personnel Committee

The committee unanimously approved the minutes from the March 13, 2025 meeting. It voted to enter a closed session to discuss interview candidates for the Director of Parks and Urban Forestry, then voted to reconvene in open session. The meeting was adjourned unanimously.

• Approved March 13 minutes (unanimous)
• Entered closed session to discuss park director candidates (unanimous)
• Reopened session (unanimous)
• Adjourned meeting (unanimous)

Plan Commission

The commission voted 7‑0 to recommend the Common Council approve a conditional use permit for a drive‑through car wash on Lot 28, Liberty Business Park, with the permit becoming effective when the applicant acquires the property. It also approved the site plan for a 5,000‑sq‑ft car wash at the same location, conditional use permits for permanent outdoor storage at 465 Investment Court and the south side of 1079 American Way, a site‑plan amendment for landscaping at 1079 American Way, and a condominium plat for five units at 110 Enterprise Drive. All motions carried unanimously.

• Approved conditional use permit for drive‑through car wash at 1167 Laser St (7‑0)
• Approved site plan for 5,000 sq ft car wash at 1167 Laser St (7‑0)
• Approved conditional use permit for permanent outdoor storage at 465 Investment Court (7‑0)
• Approved conditional use permit for permanent outdoor storage on south side of 1079 American Way (7‑0)
• Deferred conditional use permit for two containers with canopy east of 1079 American Way (7‑0)
• Approved site‑plan amendment to replace five south‑property‑line trees with native canopy trees at 1079 American Way (7‑0)
• Approved condominium plat for five units at 110 Enterprise Drive (7‑0)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the regular meeting minutes from 04/02/2025 and approved the April 2025 invoices. After discussing the space‑needs RFP and the 2026 budget, the board adjourned the meeting at 7:27 p.m. No other actions were decided.

• Approved 04/02/2025 meeting minutes (motion carried)
• Approved April 2025 invoices (motion carried)
• Adjourned meeting at 7:27 p.m. (motion carried)

Common Council

The council approved the SSM Health Project Development Agreement – Phase 1 and several ordinance amendments. It also approved a Class B liquor license for Honey Barrel, LLC and a full‑service retail outlet for Hop Haus at a May 15 event. Additional actions included payment of city bills and appointment of a new cemetery board member.

• Approved minutes from April 14 & 15, 2025 (8-0)
• Approved committee appointments as presented (8-0)
• Appointed Jesse Charles to the Cemetery Board (8-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,024,641.01 (8-0)
• Approved Class B fermented malt beverage & liquor license for Honey Barrel, LLC (8-0)
• Approved Full‑Service Retail Outlet for Hop Haus at Everlight Solar for May 15 Mixer (7-0, Hoechst abstaining)
• Approved SSM Health Project Development Agreement – Phase 1 (8-0)
• Approved Ordinances 25-1064, 25-1065, and 25-1066 (all 8-0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The Public Safety & Welfare Committee approved the minutes from the April 14 meeting. It granted a Class "B" fermented malt beverage and "Class B" intoxicating liquor license to Honey Barrel, LLC at 160 Keenan Ct., Suite 1. The committee also approved special event permits for The Sow’s Ear Knit in Public Day, the Wisconsin Triterium Triathlon, and Infinity Martial Arts Kickathon, each with specific insurance or background‑check conditions. Members agreed to amend the outdoor‑burning ordinance to require untreated wood and prohibit pallets.

• Approved April 14 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved Class B liquor license for Honey Barrel, LLC, 160 Keenan Ct. (3-0)
• Recommended Common Council approve Hop Haus full‑service outlet at Everlight Solar (2-0, Hoechst abstained)
• Approved special event permit for The Sow’s Ear Knit in Public Day, contingent on insurance and background check (3-0)
• Approved special event permit for Wisconsin Triterium Triathlon, contingent on background check (3-0)
• Approved special event permit for Infinity Martial Arts Kickathon, contingent on insurance (3-0)
• Agreed to specify untreated wood and ban pallets in outdoor‑burning ordinance

Finance Committee

The committee approved the April 14, 2025 Finance Committee minutes without changes. It approved payment of bills totaling $1,024,641.01. The meeting was adjourned at 6:18 p.m. All three motions passed with a 2‑0 vote.

• Approved April 14 Finance Committee minutes (2-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,024,641.01 (2-0)
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The commission approved the March 19 minutes (5‑0). It chose Option 1 for the Behnke Park playground design (5‑0). It approved the Triterium Triathlon at Fireman’s Park for June 21, 2025 (5‑0). The meeting was adjourned (5‑0). Motions to approve the Infinity Martial Arts Kickathon and the Verona Bounce Event were made, but no vote outcome was recorded.

• Approved March 19, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Selected Option 1 design for Behnke Park Playground (5-0)
• Approved Triterium Triathlon at Fireman’s Park for June 21, 2025 (5-0)
• Motion to approve Infinity Martial Arts Kickathon at Festival Park – outcome not recorded
• Motion to approve Verona Bounce Event at Veteran’s Park – outcome not recorded
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Common Council

The Common Council elected Mara Helmke as Council President and Lachlann Swanson as the Council's representative to the Plan Commission. Mayor Diaz appointed William Taylor and Tyler Wood as citizen members of the Plan Commission. The Council approved its committee, commission and board appointments, named Mayor Diaz as the city designee to the Public Service Commission, and designated The Verona Press as the official newspaper.

• Elected Mara Helmke as City Council President (7-0)
• Elected Lachlann Swanson as Council representative to the Plan Commission (7-0)
• Appointed William Taylor and Tyler Wood as citizen members of the Plan Commission
• Approved Council Member Committee, Commission and Board appointments (7-0)
• Appointed Mayor Diaz as City Designee to comment before the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (7-0)
• Designated The Verona Press as the Official Newspaper of the City (7-0)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the March 24, 2025 minutes (3‑0). It recommended and approved a cost‑share agreement with MMSD for the partial widening of Shady Oak Lane, up to $5,946.00 (3‑0). It also approved a pay request of $93,420.44 for the North Booster Station project (3‑0). No action was taken on the streetlight and traffic signal pole review.

• Approved March 24, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved cost‑share agreement with MMSD for Shady Oak Lane widening, up to $5,946.00 (3-0)
• Approved pay request for Project #2022-109 North Booster Station, $93,420.44 (3-0)
• No action taken on streetlight and traffic signal pole review

Common Council

The Verona Common Council approved the March 24 minutes, paid $941,001.53 in bills, and adopted several annexation and zoning actions. It also approved a cost‑share agreement for Shady Oak Lane widening, a grant support resolution, and transit and water agreements with Epic Systems and Madison.

• Approved payment of $941,001.53 bills (8-0)
• Approved annexation of 140 acres west of STH 69 (8-0)
• Approved zoning map amendment for 20.6 acres to Suburban Commercial (8-0)
• Approved cost‑share agreement with MMSD for partial widening of Shady Oak Lane (8-0)
• Approved annexation agreement with Epic Systems Corporation (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved water easement agreement with Epic Systems Corporation (7-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved memorandum of understanding with City of Madison for transit service (8-0)
• Approved resolution supporting grant application for Recreational Trails Program (8-0)

Finance Committee

The committee approved the March 24, 2025 Finance Committee minutes with a 3‑0 vote. It also approved payment of bills totaling $941,001.53, also by a 3‑0 vote. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved March 24, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (3-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $941,001.53 (3-0)
• Adjourned the Finance Committee meeting (3-0)

Plan Commission

The commission approved the March 3, 2025 minutes and opened and closed a public hearing on a zoning map amendment. It recommended that the Common Council annex approximately 140 acres from the Town of Verona. It also recommended zoning changes for 20.6 acres to Suburban Commercial and 73.3 acres to Rural Agriculture, and approved several certified survey maps and a final plat for the Ardent Glen addition. All motions carried 7‑0.

• Approved March 3, 2025 minutes (7-0)
• Opened public hearing on 20.6‑acre SC zoning amendment (7-0)
• Closed public hearing (7-0)
• Recommended annexation of ~140 acres from Town of Verona (7-0)
• Recommended rezoning 20.6 acres to Suburban Commercial and 73.3 acres to Rural Agriculture (7-0)
• Recommended certified survey map for three lots and one outlot west of STH 69 (7-0)
• Approved final plat for First Addition to Ardent Glen (54 lots, 6 outlots) (7-0)
• Approved certified survey map modifying two lots at 1079 American Way (7-0)

Municipal Board of Canvassers

The Board of Canvassers approved the minutes from the November 11, 2024 meeting. They certified the election results for Alderperson Districts 1, 2, 2 (1‑year), 3, and 4, declaring the winners. The meeting was then adjourned.

• Approved November 11, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Certified alderperson election results (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Library Board

The Library Board approved the prior meeting minutes and the March 2025 invoices. It also approved the 2025 Adjacent County reimbursement requests. The board discussed IMLS funding and a space‑needs assessment, assigning a subcommittee to respond to the RFP, and then adjourned.

• Approved regular meeting minutes (motion passed)
• Approved March 2025 invoices (motion passed)
• Approved 2025 Adjacent County reimbursement requests (motion passed)
• Assigned subcommittee to respond to Space Needs Assessment RFP
• Adjourned meeting (motion passed)

Public Works, Sewer and Water

The Public Works, Sewer & Water Committee approved the minutes from February 24, 2025. It voted to award a $639,795.45 construction contract to Parisi Construction LLC for the Verona Avenue and Legion Street reconstruction project. The committee also approved a $35,000 design services agreement with JT Engineering for the Edwards Street resurfacing project and a streetlight installation costing up to $3,322.47 from Alliant Energy.

• Approved February 24, 2025 minutes (3-0)
• Approved $639,795.45 contract to Parisi Construction LLC for Verona Ave & Legion St reconstruction (3-0)
• Approved $35,000 design services award to JT Engineering for Edwards St resurfacing (3-0)
• Approved streetlight installation at cost up to $3,322.47 from Alliant Energy (3-0)
• Adjourned meeting (3-0)

Common Council

The council approved the March 10, 2025 minutes, appointed two members to the Zoning Board of Appeals, and authorized payment of $1,898,251.82 in bills. It also approved a $69,703 budget amendment to fund solar panels for City Hall and the Fire Station, adopted ESG investment policy changes, and authorized beer sales by Parks staff at special events. Additional actions included awarding reconstruction projects on Verona and Legion Streets, a design‑services contract for Edwards Street, and a $24,765 classification and compensation study; all motions passed unanimously (6‑0).

• Approved March 10, 2025 minutes (6-0)
• Appointed Christine Posey and Sean Coffey to Zoning Board of Appeals (6-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,898,251.82 (6-0)
• Approved solar panel quote, allocating $59,270 from Fire fund and $10,433 from contingency (6-0)
• Approved changes to Investment Policy for ESG investing (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 25-005 allowing beer sales by Parks staff at special events (6-0)
• Awarded Verona Ave and Legion St reconstruction and Westlawn Ave RRFB projects (6-0)
• Awarded design services contract to JT Engineering for Edwards St resurfacing ($35,000, contingent) (6-0)

Public Safety & Welfare Committee

The Public Safety and Welfare Committee approved the minutes from the February 24 meeting (2‑0). It then approved four special event applications—Egg‑stravaganza, Cottontail Classic 5K/10K, Color Run, and Girls on the Run Spring 5K—each with a 2‑0 vote and required insurance or background‑check conditions. The committee took no action on the on‑street parking request for 604‑608 W. Verona Ave or the after‑hours work request for the Epic DSX project. The meeting adjourned at 6:53 p.m. (2‑0).

• Approved February 24 minutes (2-0)
• Approved Egg‑stravaganza event, contingent on insurance (2-0)
• Approved Cottontail Classic 5K/10K (2-0)
• Approved Color Run, contingent on insurance (2-0)
• Approved Girls on the Run Spring 5K, contingent on insurance and background check (2-0)
• No action on on‑street parking request for 604‑608 W. Verona Ave
• No action on after‑hours work request for Epic DSX project
• Adjourned meeting (2-0)

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee approved the March 10, 2025 Finance Committee minutes and recommended changes to the Investment Policy for ESG investing. It also recommended that the City Council approve Arch Solar quotes for solar panels at City Center and the Fire Station, using $59,270 from the Fire Department fund balance and $10,433 from the contingency fund. The committee approved payment of bills totaling $1,898,251.82. All motions passed 2‑0.

• Approved March 10, 2025 Finance Committee minutes (2-0)
• Recommended ESG investment policy changes to City Council (2-0)
• Recommended approval of Arch Solar quotes for City Center and Fire Station, using $59,270 Fire Dept fund and $10,433 contingency fund (2-0)
• Approved payment of bills totaling $1,898,251.82 (2-0)
• Adjourned the Finance Committee meeting (2-0)

Park & Recreation Commission

The commission approved the minutes of the Jan. 15, 2025 meeting (5‑0). It adopted a recommendation to amend the Development Agreement with VH Ardent Glen, LLC to require parkland construction on outlot 10 and other outlots, using collected fees, subject to commission approval of park plans (5‑0). The commission also inducted Rob Davis into the Verona Baseball Hall of Fame (5‑0). The meeting was adjourned at 6:35 p.m.

• Approved Jan. 15, 2025 minutes (5-0)
• Recommended amendment to Ardent Glen Development Agreement to include parkland on outlot 10 and other outlots, using fees collected (5-0)
• Inducted Rob Davis into Verona Baseball Hall of Fame (5-0)