New Ulm commissions weigh wastewater repairs, land splits, and event plans; City Council set to take up $2.28M bond July 7
Across the past two weeks, New Ulm's advisory and utility bodies met on agendas covering wastewater plant repairs, a proposed housing-lot split, and a slate of community events. All five recent meetings were agenda-only — minutes have not yet been published — so the items below reflect what was scheduled for consideration, not confirmed outcomes.
Public Utilities Commission — June 23
The PUC agenda listed several utility-related purchases and authorizations totaling roughly $106,700:
- Purchase of an Eos Arrow Series Gold Plus RTK GNSS Receiver Kit for $9,665.00.
- Authorization of Wastewater Treatment Plant Outfalls Repair — Mussel Survey for $19,500.00.
- Receipt of a Wastewater Treatment Plant SCADA System Improvements Change Order for $77,538.00.
- Receipt of the annual financial report for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025.
- Approval of an updated telecom installation reimbursement rate schedule.
Because minutes are not yet published, it is not confirmed which items were approved.
Planning Commission — June 25
The Planning Commission was scheduled to vote on a preliminary plat for Oak Bluffs 11th Addition, covering 1444, 1440, and 1438 6th North Street. The proposal would split one lot into two for a twin home. Associated fees listed on the agenda: a $290 platting fee, a $1,050 parkland dedication fee, and $6,000 in utility connection fees.
The agenda also included a review of R-3 Medium Density Residence District zoning standards for possible amendments, discussion of a New Ulm Park and Rec Pollinator Park expansion, and approval of the May 28, 2026 minutes.
Human Rights Commission — June 22 and July 1
The full commission on June 22 coordinated logistics for several upcoming events, including a request for 30 parking stalls at 2nd North Street and Broadway for Welcoming Week on Sept. 18, a Brown County Fair presence from Aug. 12–16, and an education subcommittee series titled "Living Without Limits" on mental illness and developmental disabilities. The commission also reviewed a $9,000 budget request for 2027.
A July 1 Events Subcommittee meeting focused on coverage plans for National Night Out, the Bavarian Blast Parade, and the Brown County Fair, plus a sign-up schedule and supply inventory.
Tree Advisory Commission — July 2
The Tree Advisory Commission agenda included approval of May 7, 2026 minutes, discussion of a proposed 2026 Walkabout Program in which commissioners would lead educational tree tours, a city reimbursement programs and budget update, an Emerald Ash Borer update, and Big Tree Contest submissions.
Coming up
- **July 6 — Sister Cities Commission:** Approval of June minutes and a financial report (Special Fund $7,433.50; General Fund $1,457.97). Inbound intern Jan Rosenberg arrives July 13, with a consulate interview July 7. A welcome reception is set for July 21 at Kegel Klub. A brat stand fundraiser is scheduled Aug. 11–12 at Cash Wise.
- **July 7 — City Council:** Public hearings on final assessments for the 2025 Surface Reconstruction Project and the 2025 Utility Street and Alley Improvement Project, each payable over 10 years at 5% interest. The Council will also consider $2.28 million in General Obligation Bonds, Series 2026; rezoning of 1444, 1440, and 1438 6th North St. from A-OS to R-3; noise variances for Crazy Days (July 24–25) and Spikin' in the Street (July 31–Aug. 1); early retirement of 2018A GO bond payments due 2027–2028; and appointment of election judges at $11.41/hr for the 2026 primary and general elections. A public hearing on $5.2 million in claims is also scheduled.
Earlier weeks
- week of 2026-06-29 — City Council to consider $2.28M bond issue; commissions plan events, repairs
Generated from official meeting agendas and minutes — every underlying document is linked from the city page. Read the primary source before you rely on a detail.