New Glarus roundup: Finance panel approves $36,874 in claims; Fire District budget, WIFI project on the table
The New Glarus Village Finance/Personnel Committee approved $36,874.19 in claims on July 15, the only item from the past two weeks of meetings with a confirmed vote tally. All other recent meetings were held on an agenda-only basis, with minutes not yet published, so outcomes remain unconfirmed.
Finance/Personnel Committee — July 15
The committee approved its June 17, 2026 meeting minutes and all presented claims totaling $36,874.19. Both motions carried 2-0. No public comments were received.
Fire District Board — July 13
The New Glarus Fire District board was scheduled to consider a 2026 budget totaling $225,000, along with approval of June 8 minutes, claims and bills, and the Treasurer's Report. The Fire Chief's report was to cover personnel, trucks and repairs, equipment, and building and grounds. The board also planned to set its next meeting for August 10, 2026. Minutes have not been published, so the budget approval and other actions are not confirmed.
Village Board — July 15
The Village Board agenda included a public WIFI project presentation by the Green County Development Corporation and a facade improvement grant application for 18 6th Ave, identified as Puempel's Olde Tavern. The board was also scheduled to review a Class B beer and liquor license application for Blumer Enterprises LLC and discuss a nuisance property at 212 2nd St in closed session. Claims on the agenda totaled $169,112.70 via ACH, $52,814.16 in payroll, and $497,233.91 in checks. Minutes are not yet published.
Public Works/Public Safety Committee — July 9
The committee was set to consider a Class B beer and liquor license application from Blumer Enterprises LLC at 406 2nd St, approve June 11, 2026 minutes, and receive monthly reports from the Police Department and Public Works Department. Outcomes are not confirmed.
Community Development Authority — July 6
The CDA was scheduled to discuss a facade improvement grant application for 18 6th Ave. No minutes have been published.
Coming up
The New Glarus Public Library Board of Trustees meets July 22 to discuss a potential transfer to the Village, building project updates, and the addition of a student representative. The board will also review bills and its financial statement.