Water Commission
Regular MeetingGreen Bay, WI · July 14, 2025
Minutes
MINUTES OF THE WATER COMMISSION
MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025, 8:30 AM
In person at the Green Bay Water Utility.
631 S Adams St
Virtual attendance is also available via Zoom.
A. ZOOM MEETING INFORMATION.
1. Join Zoom Meeting Online:
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Meeting ID: 982 8405 5918
Passcode: 385002
If you wish to speak at this public meeting or leave a comment, please fill out the online
Comment Form prior to the meeting. More detailed Zoom Instructions can be found online.
B. ROLL CALL.
1. Members: John Heugel, Jamie Wall, Jacque Boyle, Thomas Karman, Allen Farvour, Lynn
Gerlach, William Morgan, John Luczaj
On Monday, July 14, 2025, the Water Commission met in person and virtually via
Zoom. President Heugel called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Recording Secretary Beilke
called the roll. Five voting commission members: President John Heugel (In Person), Vice
President Jamie Wall (In Person), Al Farvour (Virtually via Zoom), Lynn Gerlach (In Person)
and John Luczaj (In Person).
Also present: Alder Bill Morgan (In Person, non-voting), Council Representative to the
Water Commission, Attorney William Vande Castle (Virtually via Zoom), and Bradley Viegut
from Baird & Co, Inc.
Staff present: Brian Powell, Doug Martin, Stephanie Rogers, Andrea Hay, Russ Hardwick,
Kristin Romanowicz, Sam Miesbauer, Jon Peters, and Hailey Heath.
C. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA.
1. Approval of the agenda for the Monday, July 14, 2025, meeting of the Water Utility
Commission.
Moved by Jamie Wall, seconded by Lynn Gerlach to approve the agenda. Voice vote being
had, the motion passed unanimously.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
1. Approval of the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting.
Moved by Jamie Wall, seconded by Lynn Gerlach to approve the minutes. Voice vote being
had, the motion passed unanimously.
E. REGULAR BUSINESS.
1. Introduction to new employee, Sam Miesbauer, Filter Plant Technician.
The Water Commission members welcomed Sam Miesbauer to the Green Bay Water
Utility.
2. Approval of Resolution Relating to the Issuance of Water System Revenue Bonds.
Presentation by Bradley Viegut of Robert W. Baird & Co, Inc.
Moved by Lynn Gerlach, seconded by Allen Farvour to approve and recommend that the
Green Bay Common Council adopt the resolution authorizing and providing for the issuance
and establishing the parameters for the sale of not to exceed $20,000,000 Water System
Revenue Bonds, Series 2025, and all related details. Voice vote being had, the motion passed
unanimously.
F. INFORMATIONAL.
1. General Manager Update.
General Manager Brian Powell provided the commission with updates on the following
initiatives within our organization:
1. Village Pulaski Update
2. Additional Generation at Lake Station Project Update
3. South Intake Update
4. Police Vehicle Storage at Filter Plant
5. Workforce Report
a. Safety Coordinator
G. ADJOURNMENT.
1. Adjournment of the Monday, July 14, 2025, meeting of the Water Utility Commission.
Moved by John Luczaj, seconded by Jamie Wall to adjourn. Voice vote being had, the motion
passed unanimously.
Agenda
AGENDA OF THE WATER COMMISSION
MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025, 8:30 AM
In person at the Green Bay Water Utility.
631 S Adams St
Virtual attendance is also available via Zoom.
A. Zoom Meeting Information.
1. Join Zoom Meeting Online:
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Meeting ID: 982 8405 5918
Passcode: 385002
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Comment Form prior to the meeting. More detailed Zoom Instructions can be found online.
B. Roll Call.
1. Members: John Heugel, Jamie Wall, Jacque Boyle, Thomas Karman, Allen Farvour, Lynn
Gerlach, William Morgan, John Luczaj
C. Approval of the Agenda.
1. Approval of the agenda for the Monday, July 14, 2025, meeting of the Water Utility
Commission.
D. Approval of Minutes.
1. Approval of the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting.
E. Regular Business.
1. Introduction to new employee, Sam Miesbauer, Filter Plant Technician.
2. Approval of Resolution Relating to the Issuance of Water System Revenue Bonds.
Presentation by Bradley Viegut of Robert W. Baird & Co, Inc.
Agenda of the Water Commission
July 14, 2025
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F. Informational.
1. General Manager Update.
G. Adjournment.
1. Adjournment of the Monday, July 14, 2025, meeting of the Water Utility Commission.
1) ACCESSIBILITY: Any person wishing to attend who requires special accommodation because of a disability,
should contact the City Safety Manager at 920-448-3125 at least 48 hours before the scheduled meeting time so
that arrangements can be made.
2) QUORUM: Please take notice that a majority or quorum of the Common Council may attend this Water
Commission meeting and will constitute a meeting of the Common Council for purposes of discussion and
information gathering relative to this agenda.
3) REPRESENTATION: The party requesting the communication, or their representative, should be present at this
meeting.
Agenda of the Water Commission
July 14, 2025
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AGENDA OF THE WATER COMMISSION
MONDAY, JULY 14, 2025, 8:30 AM
In person at the Green Bay Water Utility.
631 S Adams St
Virtual attendance is also available via Zoom.
A. Zoom Meeting Information.
1. Join Zoom Meeting Online:
https://zoom.us/j/98284055918?pwd=eHBxaWkvN1J2a3N0RERUWkRsNjVkUT09
Or call in by phone: +1 312 626 6799
Meeting ID: 982 8405 5918
Passcode: 385002
If you wish to speak at this public meeting or leave a comment, please fill out the online
Comment Form prior to the meeting. More detailed Zoom Instructions can be found online.
B. Roll Call.
1. Members: John Heugel, Jamie Wall, Jacque Boyle, Thomas Karman, Allen Farvour, Lynn
Gerlach, William Morgan, John Luczaj
C. Approval of the Agenda.
1. Approval of the agenda for the Monday, July 14, 2025, meeting of the Water Utility
Commission.
D. Approval of Minutes.
1. Approval of the minutes from the June 23, 2025 meeting.
E. Regular Business.
1. Introduction to new employee, Sam Miesbauer, Filter Plant Technician.
2. Approval of Resolution Relating to the Issuance of Water System Revenue Bonds.
Presentation by Bradley Viegut of Robert W. Baird & Co, Inc.
Agenda of the Water Commission
July 14, 2025
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F. Informational.
1. General Manager Update.
G. Adjournment.
1. Adjournment of the Monday, July 14, 2025, meeting of the Water Utility Commission.
1) ACCESSIBILITY: Any person wishing to attend who requires special accommodation because of a disability,
should contact the City Safety Manager at 920-448-3125 at least 48 hours before the scheduled meeting time so
that arrangements can be made.
2) QUORUM: Please take notice that a majority or quorum of the Common Council may attend this Water
Commission meeting and will constitute a meeting of the Common Council for purposes of discussion and
information gathering relative to this agenda.
3) REPRESENTATION: The party requesting the communication, or their representative, should be present at this
meeting.
Agenda of the Water Commission
July 14, 2025
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MINUTES OF THE WATER COMMISSION
MONDAY, JUNE 23, 2025, 8:30 AM
In person at the Green Bay Water Utility.
631 S Adams St
Virtual attendance is also available via Zoom.
A. ZOOM MEETING INFORMATION.
1. Join Zoom Meeting Online:
https://zoom.us/j/98284055918?pwd=eHBxaWkvN1J2a3N0RERUWkRsNjVkUT09
Or call in by phone: +1 312 626 6799
Meeting ID: 982 8405 5918
Passcode: 385002
If you wish to speak at this public meeting or leave a comment, please fill out the online
Comment Form prior to the meeting. More detailed Zoom Instructions can be found online.
B. ROLL CALL.
1. Roll call for the Water Commisson Meeting for Monday, June 23, 2025.
On Monday, June 23, 2025, the Water Commission met in person and virtually via
Zoom. President Heugel called the meeting to order at 8:30 a.m. Recording Secretary Beilke
called the roll. Six voting commission members: President John Heugel (In Person), Vice
President Jamie Wall (In Person), Secretary-Treasurer Tom Karman (In Person), Jacque
Boyle (Virtually via Zoom), Lynn Gerlach (In Person) and John Luczaj (In Person). Also
present: Alder Bill Morgan (In Person, non-voting), Council Representative to the Water
Commission, Attorney William Vande Castle (Virtually via Zoom), Ryan O'Donnell (Virtually
via Zoom) from Baker Tilly.
Staff present: Brian Powell, Doug Martin, Stephanie Rogers, Andrea Hay, Russ Hardwick,
Kristin Romanowicz, and Hailey Heath.
Others present: Katherine Ortega (Virtually via Zoom).
C. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA.
1. Approval of the Water Commisson Meeting Agenda for Monday, June 23, 2025.
Moved by Jamie Wall, seconded by Thomas Karman to approve the agenda. Voice vote being
had, the motion passed unanimously.
D. APPROVAL OF MINUTES.
1. Approval of the Water Commission Meeting Minutes from May 12, 2025.
Moved by Lynn Gerlach, seconded by Thomas Karman to approve the minutes. Voice vote
being had, the motion passed unanimously.
E. REGULAR BUSINESS.
1. Approval of the 2024 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report; presentation by Baker Tilly.
Moved by Thomas Karman, seconded by Jacque Boyle to approve as presented. Voice vote
being had, the motion passed unanimously.
2. Approval of Final Payment in the amount of $27,340.00 to Crafts, Inc. for contract "GBWU
7th Street and Bond Street Well Building Reroofing."
Moved by Jamie Wall, seconded by John Luczaj to approve as presented. Voice vote being
had, the motion passed unanimously.
3. April and May 2025 Financial Reports.
Moved by Lynn Gerlach, seconded by Thomas Karman to approve as presented. Voice vote
being had, the motion passed unanimously.
F. INFORMATIONAL.
1. General Manager Update.
General Manager Brian Powell provided the commission with updates on the following
initiatives within our organization:
1. PFAS Settlement
2. Titletown Canned Water
3. City Hall Academy - May 15th
4. Monthly Newsletter to Customers
5. Workforce Report
a. Filter Plant Technician Starting June 23rd
b. Safety Coordinator - Held interviews June 17th
G. ADJOURNMENT.
1. Motion to adjourn the Water Commisson Meeting of Monday, June 23, 2025.
Moved by Jamie Wall, seconded by Thomas Karman to adjourn. Voice vote being had, the
motion passed unanimously.
City of Green Bay Bradley D. Viegut, Managing Director
Presentation to Water Commission bviegut@rwbaird.com
777 East Wisconsin Avenue
Milwaukee, WI 53202
July 14, 2025 Phone 414.765.3827
City of Green Bay
Water Commission Meeting
July 14, 2025
Timeline
• Preparations are made for issuance................................................................................................................................................................................. Ongoing
Official Statement
Moody’s Bond Rating
Due Diligence call
Marketing
• Water Commission considers Parameters Resolution...........................................................................................................................................July 14, 2025
• City Council considers and adopts Parameters Resolution ................................................................................................................................. July 15, 2025
A Parameters Resolution defines a narrow set of parameters for the issuance of the Bonds. Provides additional flexibility to lock-in long-term
interest rates between Council meeting dates and when timing is optimal.
Authority for final sign-off on the sale of the Bonds, within designated parameters, is delegated to the Water Utility General
Manager and Water Utility Business Manager (the “Authorized Officers”).
• Tentative Sale (target date to finalize terms and interest rates)........................................................................................................................ July 23, 2025
Designated parameters established in Parameters Resolution are met.
• Closing (funds available) ......................................................................................................................................................................................... August 13, 2025
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City of Green Bay
Water Commission Meeting
July 14, 2025
Borrowing/Structure/Purpose
Estimated Size: $18,755,000
Issue: Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
Purpose: • 2025 Projects including:
• Village of Pulaski Water Main
• 36 Inch Transmission Main Segment Replacements
• Chlorine System Upgrade at Lake Station
• Generator Addition at Lake Station
• PLC Replacement – All Stations
• Insertion Mag Meters
• Debt Service Reserve Fund
Structure: Matures November 1, 2026-2045
First Interest: May 1, 2026
Callable: 2035-2045 callable 11/1/2034 or any date thereafter
(Subject to change on the sale date)
Estimated Interest Rate: 4.59%
Detailed Analysis: Page 4
Summary of Key Parameters
Not to Exceed Par: $20,000,000
Authority for Final Sign off: Water Utility General Manager and Water Utility Business Manager
Not to Exceed Interest Rate (TIC%): 5.50%
Maturity Schedule: Matures November 1, 2026-2045
Per Maturity Increase/Decrease: Up to $1,000,000
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City of Green Bay
Water Commission Meeting
July 14, 2025
2025 Financing Illustration
PRELIMINARY
2025 BONDS
$18,755,000
Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025
Dated: August 13, 2025
(First Interest: May 1, 2026)
Projects Financed: $17,950,818
EXISTING PRINCIPAL INTEREST TOTAL COMBINED DEBT
YEAR WATER UTILITY (11/1) (5/1 & 11/1) WATER UTILITY SERVICE YEAR
DUE DEBT TIC= DEBT COVERAGE DUE
(Revenue Only) 4.59% (Revenue Only)
2025 $5,081,625 $5,081,625 2.85 2025
2026 $5,086,725 $380,000 $1,133,044 $1,513,044 $6,599,769 2.19 2026
2027 $5,093,975 $600,000 $912,269 $1,512,269 $6,606,244 2.19 2027
2028 $5,092,975 $635,000 $882,269 $1,517,269 $6,610,244 2.19 2028
2029 $10,689,575 $665,000 $850,519 $1,515,519 $12,205,094 2.19* 2029
2030 $516,200 $700,000 $817,269 $1,517,269 $2,033,469 7.12 2030
2031 $347,300 $730,000 $782,269 $1,512,269 $1,859,569 7.79 2031
2032 $346,600 $770,000 $745,769 $1,515,769 $1,862,369 7.77 2032
2033 $345,800 $805,000 $707,269 $1,512,269 $1,858,069 7.79 2033
2034 $344,900 $850,000 $667,019 $1,517,019 $1,861,919 7.78 2034
2035 $348,900 $890,000 $624,519 $1,514,519 $1,863,419 7.77 2035
2036 $347,700 $935,000 $580,019 $1,515,019 $1,862,719 7.77 2036
2037 $346,400 $980,000 $533,269 $1,513,269 $1,859,669 7.79 2037
2038 $345,000 $1,030,000 $484,269 $1,514,269 $1,859,269 7.79 2038
2039 $348,500 $1,080,000 $432,769 $1,512,769 $1,861,269 7.78 2039
2040 $346,800 $1,135,000 $378,769 $1,513,769 $1,860,569 7.78 2040
2041 $1,195,000 $322,019 $1,517,019 $1,517,019 9.54 2041
2042 $1,250,000 $262,269 $1,512,269 $1,512,269 9.57 2042
2043 $1,310,000 $202,894 $1,512,894 $1,512,894 9.57 2043
2044 $1,375,000 $139,031 $1,514,031 $1,514,031 9.56 2044
2045 $1,440,000 $72,000 $1,512,000 $1,512,000 9.58 2045
$35,028,975 $18,755,000 $11,529,519 $30,284,519 $65,313,494
*Net of the amount expected to be transferred from the Reserve Account ($5,592,975) and applied towards the 2029 maturities of the 2014 and 2019 Bonds, respectively.
2024 Net Revenues Available for Debt Service: $14,478,231
(Additional Bonds Test requires 1.2x max annual debt service)
Note: This illustration represents a mathematical calculation of potential debt service, assuming hypothetical rates based on current market rates +15bpts.
Interest and costs of issuance are only estimates for illustrative purposes and are based on Baird’s experience with comparable transactions.
Actual interest and costs of issuance will vary.
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COMMON COUNCIL
OF THE
CITY OF GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN
July 15, 2025 Resolution No. ____
A Resolution Authorizing and Providing for the Issuance
and Establishing the Parameters for the Sale of Not to Exceed
$20,000,000 Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025,
and All Related Details
RECITALS
The Common Council (the “Governing Body”) of the City of Green Bay,
Wisconsin (the “Municipality”) makes the following findings and determinations:
1. The Municipality currently owns and operates a municipal water system
(the “System”, as more fully defined below), which is a “public utility” (within the meaning of
Section 66.0621 (1)(b) of the Wisconsin Statutes).
2. Under the provisions of Section 66.0621 of the Wisconsin Statutes, as
amended (the “Act”), the Municipality may, by action of the Governing Body, provide for,
among other things, the acquisition, construction, extension, improvement, operation and
management of the System, and the refunding of municipal obligations issued for such purposes,
from the proceeds of obligations that are payable solely from the income and revenues derived
from the operation of the System.
3. On September 21, 2004 the Governing Body adopted a resolution (the
“2004 Resolution”) authorizing the issuance of the Municipality’s $76,765,000 Water System
Revenue Refunding and Improvement Bonds, Series 2004, dated October 1, 2004 (the “Series
2004 Bonds”). The Series 2004 Bonds were refunded in part by the Series 2006 Bonds (as
defined below) and in part by the Series 2014 Bonds (as defined below), and were redeemed on
November 1, 2014.
4. On August 5, 2006 the Governing Body adopted a resolution (the “2006
Resolution”) authorizing the issuance of the Municipality’s $49,310,000 Water System Revenue
Refunding Bonds, Series 2006, dated November 1, 2006 (the “Series 2006 Bonds”). The 2020
through and including 2024 maturities of the Series 2006 Bonds were advance refunded by the
Municipality’s Taxable Water System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2017 (which matured
in 2024) and were redeemed on November 1, 2019. The unrefunded Series 2006 Bonds were
refunded by the Series 2019 Bonds (as defined below) and were also redeemed on November 1,
2019.
5. On September 16, 2014 the Governing Body adopted a resolution (the
“2014 Resolution”) authorizing the issuance of the Municipality’s $14,055,000 Water System
Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2014, dated October 14, 2014 (the “Series 2014 Bonds”).
The Series 2014 Bonds are currently outstanding in the aggregate principal amount of
$6,215,000.
6. On July 16, 2019 the Governing Body adopted a resolution (the “2019
Resolution”) authorizing the issuance of the Municipality’s $18,705,000 Water System Revenue
Refunding Bonds, Series 2019, dated August 5, 2019 (the “Series 2019 Bonds”). The Series
2019 Bonds are currently outstanding in the aggregate principal amount of $18,705,000.
7. On March 2, 2021 the Governing Body adopted a resolution (the “2021
Resolution”) authorizing the issuance of the Municipality’s $7,080,000 Water System Revenue
Refunding Bonds, Series 2021, dated March 23, 2021 (the “Series 2021 Bonds”). The Series
2021 Bonds are currently outstanding in the aggregate principal amount of $5,595,000.
8. No other outstanding obligations are payable from the income and
revenues derived from the operation of the System.
9. Under the provisions of the Act, the Municipality may provide for the
refunding of any outstanding bonds, bond anticipation notes or promissory notes which were
issued under the Act or Chapter 67 of the Wisconsin Statutes for any of the purposes set forth in
Section 66.0621 (3) of the Wisconsin Statutes from the proceeds of notes or bonds that are
payable only from the income and revenues derived from the operation of the System.
10. The Municipality needs funds to finance certain additions, extensions, and
improvements to the System, including, but not limited to, a chlorine system upgrade, the
addition of a generator, installation of meters, and construction of and improvements to water
mains and intakes (collectively, the “Project”).
11. For the purpose of financing the costs of the Project, the Governing Body
desires to authorize, sell, and issue not to exceed $20,000,000 principal amount of its Water
System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025 (the “Bonds”). The Bonds will be issued pursuant to the
provisions of the Act, on the terms and conditions described below, and will be secured by and
payable from the income and revenues derived and to be derived from the operation of the
System. The Bonds will be issued on a parity and equality of rank with the Series 2014 Bonds,
the Series 2019 Bonds, and the Series 2021 Bonds (collectively, the “Outstanding Bonds”).
12. Section 20 of the 2004 Resolution, which section is continued under
Section 21 of the 2014 Resolution, the 2019 Resolution, the 2021 Resolution, and this resolution,
authorizes the issuance of additional bonds on a parity and equality of rank (the “Additional
Bonds Test”) with the Outstanding Bonds upon compliance with the conditions set forth under
the Additional Bonds Test. All conditions set forth in under the Additional Bonds Test have
been or will be satisfied prior to the issuance of the Bonds.
13. In accordance with the provisions of Section 66.0621 (4)(a)2 of the
Wisconsin Statutes and this resolution, (i) interest on the Bonds will be payable at least annually,
and (ii) payment of principal of the Bonds will commence not later than 3 years after the date of
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issuance of the Bonds. The requirement each year to pay both principal of and interest on the
Bonds will be reasonable and in accordance with prudent municipal utility management
practices.
14. Robert W. Baird & Co. Incorporated, or a group that it leads (the “Bond
Purchaser”), has proposed to purchase the Bonds for a purchase price to be determined, which
shall not be less than 98% nor more than 110% of the principal amount of the Bonds to be
issued, plus accrued interest, if any, to the date of delivery of the Bonds (the “Purchase Price”).
15. The Municipality has taken all actions required by law and has the power
to sell and issue the Bonds.
16. The Governing Body will adopt this resolution to sell and issue the Bonds.
RESOLUTIONS
The Governing Body resolves as follows:
Section 1. Definitions.
In this resolution, the following terms have the meanings given in this section,
unless the context requires another meaning.
“Act” means Section 66.0621 of the Wisconsin Statutes, as amended.
“Authorized Officers” means the General Manager and the Business Manager of
the Municipality’s water utility, collectively having the authority to act on behalf of the
Municipality for purposes of Sections 4 and 25 hereof.
“Bond Counsel” means (i) as of the Original Issue Date, Foley & Lardner LLP,
and (ii) after the Original Issue Date, either Foley & Lardner LLP or any other nationally
recognized firm of attorneys, employed by the Municipality, experienced in municipal finance,
whose legal and tax opinions are generally accepted by purchasers of municipal obligations.
“Bonds” means the not to exceed $20,000,000 City of Green Bay, Wisconsin
Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025, which will be issued pursuant to this resolution.
“Bond Purchase Agreement” means the purchase contract presented by the
Bond Purchaser evidencing the purchase of the Bonds as described in Section 25 of this
resolution.
“Bond Purchaser” has the meaning given in the recitals to this resolution.
“Bond Register” means the register maintained by the Fiscal Agent at its
designated office, in which the Fiscal Agent records:
(i) the name and address of the owner of each Bond, and
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(ii) all transfers of each Bond.
“Book-Entry System” means a system in which no physical distribution of
certificates representing ownership of the Bonds is made to the owners of the Bonds but instead
all outstanding Bonds are registered in the name of a securities depository appointed by the
Municipality, or in the name of such a depository’s nominee, and the depository and its
participants record beneficial ownership and transfers of the Bonds electronically.
“Code” means the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, as amended.
“Continuing Disclosure Agreement” means the Continuing Disclosure
Agreement, dated as of the Original Issue Date, to be executed by the Municipality and delivered
on the date of issuance and delivery of the Bonds.
“Current Expenses” means the reasonable and necessary cost of operating,
maintaining, administering, insuring, and repairing the System. Current Expenses shall be
determined in accordance with generally accepted accounting principles and shall include, but
not be limited to, salaries, premiums for insurance, wages, cost of materials and supplies, and
insurance and audits. Current Expenses shall exclude allowances for depreciation, debt service
on obligations of the System, tax equivalents, capital expenditures, and accumulations of
reserves.
“Depository” means DTC or any successor appointed by the Municipality and
acting as securities depository for the Bonds.
“DTC” means The Depository Trust Company, New York, New York.
“Financial Officer” means the Municipality’s Treasurer.
“Fiscal Agent” means Associated Trust Company, National Association, or any
successor fiscal agent appointed by the Municipality to act as authentication agent, paying agent,
and registrar for the Bonds pursuant to Section 67.10 (2) of the Wisconsin Statutes.
“Fiscal Year” means the twelve-month period beginning on November 1 of each
year and ending on December 31 of each year. The Municipality may change the Fiscal Year of
the System if the Original Purchasers consent to the change. If the Original Purchasers consent
to the change, then the change will not constitute a modification, change, amendment or
alteration of this resolution for purposes of Section 24 of this resolution.
“Governing Body” means the Municipality’s Common Council.
“Gross Revenues” means the gross revenues of the System from all sources,
excluding (i) customer deposits, (ii) collected taxes imposed by other governmental entities, and
(iii) earnings on amounts held in the Special Redemption Fund and the Depreciation Fund.
“Independent Consultant” means a recognized engineer or firm of engineers or
a recognized certified public accountant or firm of certified public accountants who or which is
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not an officer or regular employee of the Municipality or the System and who or which is not
devoting substantially all of his, her or its time and efforts to the affairs of the System.
“Minimum Reserve Amount” means the lesser of (i) $5,592,475, plus the
maximum annual debt service coming due in any future year on the Bonds and any new money
(non-refunding) Parity Bonds then outstanding, or (ii) the maximum annual debt service coming
due in any future year on the Bonds and Parity Bonds then outstanding. The Municipality
understands that if the Minimum Reserve Amount ever exceeds the maximum reasonably
required reserve permitted pursuant to the Code and the applicable Treasury Regulations, then
the Municipality may be required to restrict the yield on certain investments held in the Reserve
Account.
“Municipal Officers” means the Mayor and Clerk of the Municipality. These are
the officers required by law to execute revenue obligations on the Municipality’s behalf.
“Municipality” means the City of Green Bay, Wisconsin.
“Net Revenues” means Gross Revenues after deduction of Current Expenses,
plus earnings on moneys held in the Special Redemption Fund.
“Original Issue Date” means August 13, 2025 or such other date established for
delivery of the Bonds pursuant to the Bond Purchase Agreement.
“Original Purchasers” means, collectively, the Bond Purchaser and the initial
purchaser of each issue of Parity Bonds (as long as the issue of Parity Bonds remains
outstanding).
“Outstanding Bonds” has the meaning given in the recitals to this resolution.
“Parity Bonds” means all obligations, other than the Bonds, payable from the
revenues of the System (including the Outstanding Bonds) and issued on a parity and equality
with the Bonds and the Outstanding Bonds pursuant to the restrictive provisions for additional
bonds under Section 20 of the 2004 Resolution and continued under Section 21 of the other Prior
Resolutions and in this resolution.
“Prior Resolutions” means, collectively, the 2004 Resolution, the 2014
Resolution, and the 2019 Resolution, and the 2021 Resolution, each as defined in the recitals to
this resolution.
“Project” has the meaning given in the recitals to this resolution.
“Purchase Price” has the meaning given in the recitals to this resolution.
“Record Date” means the 15th day (whether or not a business day) of the
calendar month just before a regularly scheduled interest payment date for the Bonds.
“Recording Officer” means the Municipality’s Clerk.
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“Reserve Account” means the Reserve Account of the Special Redemption Fund.
“Special Redemption Fund” means the fund designated as such and described in
Section 18 of this resolution.
“System” means the water utility of the Municipality, which shall include all
property of every nature now or hereafter owned by the Municipality for the extraction,
collection, storage, treatment, transmission, distribution, metering, and discharge of domestic,
industrial, and potable public water, or constituting part of, or used or useful in connection with
the water utility of the Municipality; and including all improvements and extensions thereto
made by the Municipality while any of the Bonds or Parity Bonds remain outstanding and
including all appurtenances, contracts, leases, franchises, and other intangibles.
“Tax-Exempt Parity Bonds” means all obligations issued on a tax-exempt basis,
other than the Bonds, payable from the revenues of the System (including the Outstanding Bonds
that are also issued on a tax-exempt basis) and issued on a parity and equality with the Bonds and
the Outstanding Bonds pursuant to the restrictive provisions for additional bonds under Section
20 of the 2004 Resolution and continued under Section 21 of the other Prior Resolutions and in
this resolution.
“2004 Refunding Bonds” means each series of Parity Bonds the proceeds of
which were or are to be used, directly or indirectly, to refund the Series 2004 Bonds, including
the Series 2014 Bonds and the Series 2019 Bonds.
Section 2. Exhibits.
The attached exhibits are also a part of this resolution as though they were fully
written out in this resolution:
(i) Exhibit A - Form of Bond.
(ii) Exhibit B - Notice to Electors of Sale.
Section 3. Purposes of Borrowing; Issuance of Bonds.
The Governing Body authorizes the Bonds and orders that they be prepared,
executed, and issued, subject to the conditions set forth in Section 4. The Bonds will be fully
registered, negotiable, water system revenue bonds of the Municipality in the aggregate principal
amount of not to exceed $20,000,000. The Bonds will be issued under the provisions of the Act
for the purposes of the Project and paying the expenses of issuing the Bonds (including, but not
limited to, printing costs and fees for financial consultants, bond counsel, rating agencies, bond
insurance, and registration, as applicable).
Section 4. Terms of Bonds.
The Bonds will be named “City of Green Bay, Wisconsin Water System Revenue
Bonds, Series 2025.” The Bonds will be dated the Original Issue Date, even if they are actually
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issued or executed on another date. Each Bond will also be dated the date on which it is
authenticated by the Fiscal Agent. That date is its registration date.
The face amount of each Bond will be $5,000 or any multiple thereof up to the
principal amount authorized for that maturity.
The Bond Purchaser will purchase the Bonds at the Purchase Price set forth in the
Bond Purchase Agreement.
The Bonds will bear interest from the Original Issue Date at the rates set forth in
the Bond Purchase Agreement and accepted by the Authorized Officers; provided, however, that
(i) the true interest cost of the Bonds shall not exceed 5.50% (computed taking the Bond
Purchaser’s compensation into account) and (ii) the difference between the offering price to the
public for the Bonds and the Purchase Price to be paid to the Municipality for the Bonds shall not
exceed 2.00% of the principal amount of the Bonds. Interest on the Bonds will be due and
payable on each May 1 and November 1 until the principal of the Bonds has been paid,
beginning on May 1, 2026 or on such other date as set forth in the Bond Purchase Agreement.
Interest on each Bond will be (i) computed on the basis of a 360-day year of twelve 30-day
months and (ii) payable to the entity or person in whose name the Bond is registered on the Bond
Register at the end of the day on the applicable Record Date. The Municipality and the Fiscal
Agent may treat the entity or person in whose name any Bond is registered on the Bond Register
as the absolute owner of the Bonds for all purposes whatsoever under this resolution. The Bonds
will be numbered consecutively as may be required to comply with any applicable rules or
customs or as determined by the Municipal Officers executing the Bonds.
The following table shows when the Bonds will mature or be subject to
mandatory sinking fund redemption, except that the principal amounts coming due each year
below, whether by maturity or by mandatory sinking fund redemption of term bonds, may be
increased or decreased by up to $1,000,000 in each year and a maturity may be removed if the
principal amount of such maturity is less than $1,000,000. The aggregate principal amount of
the Bonds shall not exceed $20,000,000 and the table below assumes the Bonds are issued in that
amount. The actual maturity schedule, within the parameters set forth herein, will be set forth in
the Bond Purchase Agreement and accepted by the Authorized Officers.
Principal
Maturity Date Principal
(November 1) Amount
2026 $ 450,000
2027 650,000
2028 700,000
2029 725,000
2030 750,000
2031 800,000
2032 825,000
2033 875,000
2034 900,000
2035 950,000
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Principal
Maturity Date Principal
(November 1) Amount
2036 $1,000,000
2037 1,050,000
2038 1,100,000
2039 1,150,000
2040 1,200,000
2041 1,250,000
2042 1,300,000
2043 1,400,000
2044 1,425,000
2045 1,500,000
The principal of and interest on the Bonds will be payable in lawful money of the United States
of America.
Section 5. Fiscal Agent.
The Municipality appoints the Fiscal Agent to act as authentication agent, paying
agent, and registrar for the Bonds. The appropriate officers of the Municipality are directed to
enter into a fiscal agency agreement with the Fiscal Agent on behalf of the Municipality. The
fiscal agency agreement may provide for the Municipality to pay the reasonable and customary
charges of the Fiscal Agent for those services. The fiscal agency agreement must require the
Fiscal Agent to comply with all applicable federal and state regulations. Among other things, the
Fiscal Agent must maintain the Bond Register.
Section 6. Appointment of Depository.
The Municipality appoints DTC to act as securities depository for the Bonds. An
authorized representative of the Municipality has previously executed a blanket issuer letter of
representations with DTC on the Municipality’s behalf, and the Municipality ratifies and approves
such document.
Section 7. Book-Entry System.
On the date of their initial delivery, the Bonds will be registered in the name of
DTC or its nominee and maintained in a Book-Entry System. If the Municipality’s relationship
with DTC is terminated, then the Municipality may appoint another securities depository to
maintain the Book-Entry System.
If on any date the Bonds are not being maintained in a Book-Entry System, then
the Municipality will do the following:
(i) At its expense, the Municipality will prepare, authenticate, and deliver to
the beneficial owners of the Bonds fully-registered, certificated Bonds in
the denomination of $5,000 or any multiple thereof in the aggregate
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principal amount then outstanding. The beneficial owners will be those
shown on the records of the Depository and its direct and indirect
participants.
(ii) The Municipality will appoint a fiscal agent to act as authentication agent,
paying agent, and registrar for the Bonds under Section 67.10 (2) of the
Wisconsin Statutes (the Fiscal Agent may be reappointed in this capacity).
Section 8. Redemption.
The Bond Purchase Agreement may specify that certain Bonds maturing on or
after a certain date are subject to redemption before their stated maturity dates, at the
Municipality’s option, in whole or in part, in the order of maturity selected by the Municipality,
on a stated redemption date and on any date thereafter. If certain maturities of the Bonds are
subject to such optional redemption, then the redemption price will be 100% of the principal
amount redeemed, plus accrued interest to the redemption date, and no premium will be paid. If
payment of a Bond called for redemption has been made or provided for, then interest on such
Bond stops accruing on the stated redemption date. If less than all the principal amount of a
specific maturity is redeemed, then the Bonds will be redeemed in $5,000 multiples in
accordance with Sections 9 and 10 below, and if a portion, but not all, of a maturity that is
subject to mandatory partial redemptions by operation of a sinking fund (as described below) is
being redeemed, then the Municipality will select the amounts to be redeemed on future Sinking
Fund Redemption Dates (as defined below) that are reduced as a result of the partial redemption.
If the Bond Purchase Agreement specifies that certain maturities of the Bonds are
term bonds and subject to partial mandatory sinking fund redemption, then the Bonds maturing
on such dates shall be subject to mandatory sinking fund redemption at a redemption price of
100% of the principal amount redeemed, plus accrued interest to the redemption date, on
November 1 of the years (each a “Sinking Fund Redemption Date”), and in the respective
principal amounts (subject to reduction as provided in the immediate preceding sentence), as set
forth in the Bond Purchase Agreement and consistent with Section 4 hereof.
Section 9. Manner of Payment/Transfers/Redemption Notices Under
Book-Entry System.
So long as the Bonds are being maintained in a Book-Entry System, the following
provisions apply:
Payment. The Fiscal Agent is directed to pay the principal of, and interest on, the
Bonds by wire transfer to the Depository or its nominee in accordance with the Depository’s
rules that are then in effect.
Transfers. The Bonds are transferable, only upon the Bond Register and only if
the Depository ceases to act as securities depository for the Bonds and the Municipality appoints
a successor securities depository. If that happens, then upon the surrender of the Bonds to the
Fiscal Agent, the Municipality will issue new fully registered Bonds in the same aggregate
principal amounts to the successor securities depository, and the Bonds will be recorded as
transferred to the successor securities depository in the Bond Register.
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The Fiscal Agent will not be required to make any transfer of the Bonds (i) during
the 15 calendar days before the date of the sending of notice of any proposed redemption of the
Bonds, or (ii) with respect to any particular Bond, after such Bond has been called for
redemption.
Partial Redemption. If less than all the principal amount of a specific maturity is
to be redeemed, then the Depository and its direct and indirect participants will select the
beneficial owners of the Bonds to be redeemed. If a Bond has been called for redemption but
less than all the principal amount of a specific maturity is redeemed, then on the redemption date
and upon surrender to the Fiscal Agent of the Bond, the Municipality will issue one or more new
Bonds in the principal amount outstanding after the redemption.
Notice of Redemption. Notice of the redemption of any of the Bonds will be sent
to the Depository, in the manner required by the Depository, not less than 30, and not more than
60, days prior to the proposed redemption date. A notice of redemption may be revoked by
sending notice to the Depository, in the manner required by the Depository, not less than 15 days
prior to the proposed redemption date.
Section 10. Manner of Payment/Transfers/Redemption Notices Not Under
Book-Entry System.
If on any date the Bonds are not being maintained in a Book-Entry System, then
the following provisions apply:
Payment. The Fiscal Agent will pay the principal of each Bond upon its
presentation and surrender on or after its maturity or earlier redemption date at the designated
office of the Fiscal Agent, and the Fiscal Agent will pay, on each interest payment date, the
interest on each Bond by wire or other electronic transfer or by check of the Fiscal Agent sent by
first class mail to the person in whose name the Bond is registered on the Bond Register at the
end of the day on the applicable Record Date.
Transfers. Each Bond is transferable, only upon the Bond Register, for a like
aggregate principal amount of the same maturity and interest rate in denominations of $5,000 or
any multiple thereof. A transfer may be requested by the registered owner in person or by a
person with a written power of attorney. The Bond shall be surrendered to the Fiscal Agent,
together with a written instrument of transfer satisfactory to the Fiscal Agent signed by the
registered owner or by the person with the written power of attorney. The Municipality will
issue one or more new fully registered Bonds in the same aggregate principal amount to the
transferee or transferees, as applicable, in exchange for the surrendered Bonds and upon the
payment of a charge sufficient to reimburse the Municipality or the Fiscal Agent for any tax, fee,
or other governmental charge required to be paid with respect to such registration.
The Fiscal Agent will not be required to make any transfer of the Bonds (i) during
the 15 calendar days before the date of the sending of notice of any proposed redemption of the
Bonds, or (ii) with respect to any particular Bond, after the Bond has been called for redemption.
Partial Redemptions. If less than all the principal amount of a specific maturity is
to be redeemed, then the Municipality or the Fiscal Agent will randomly select the Bonds to be
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redeemed. If a Bond has been called for redemption but less than all the principal amount of a
specific maturity is redeemed, then on the redemption date and upon surrender to the Fiscal
Agent of the Bond, the Municipality will issue one or more new Bonds in the principal amount
outstanding after the redemption.
Notice of Redemption. Notice of the redemption of any of the Bonds shall be sent
by first class mail not less than 30, and not more than 60, days before the redemption date to the
registered owners of the Bonds to be redeemed at the respective addresses set forth in the Bond
Register. A notice of redemption may be revoked by sending a notice by first class mail not less
than 15 days prior to the proposed redemption date to the registered owners of the Bonds which
have been called for redemption.
Section 11. Form of Bonds.
The Bonds shall be in substantially the form shown in Exhibit A hereto.
Omissions, insertions, or variations are permitted if they are deemed necessary or desirable and
are consistent with this resolution or any supplemental resolution. The Municipality may cause
the approving opinion of bond counsel to be printed or reproduced on the Bonds.
Section 12. Execution of Bonds.
The Bonds shall be signed by the persons who are the Municipal Officers on the
date on which the Bonds are signed. The Bonds shall be sealed with the Municipality’s
corporate seal (or a facsimile thereof), if the Municipality has one, and the Bonds shall also be
authenticated by the manual signature of an authorized representative of the Fiscal Agent.
The Bonds will be valid and binding even if before they are delivered any person
whose signature appears on the Bonds is no longer living or is no longer the person authorized to
sign the Bonds. In that event, the Bonds will have the same effect as if the person were living or
were still the person authorized to sign the Bonds.
A facsimile signature may be used as long as at least one signature of a Municipal
Officer is a manual signature or the Fiscal Agent’s certificate of authentication has a manual
signature. If a facsimile signature is used, then it will be treated as the officer’s own signature.
Section 13. Continuing Disclosure.
The appropriate officers of the Municipality are directed to sign the Continuing
Disclosure Agreement, and the Municipality agrees to comply with all of its terms.
Section 14. Payable Solely From Special Redemption Fund.
The Bonds and any Parity Bonds, together with interest thereon, will be payable
only out of the Special Redemption Fund as provided in the Prior Resolutions and in this
resolution. The registered owners of the Bonds and any Parity Bonds will have a valid claim
only against the Special Redemption Fund and the revenues pledged to such fund.
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Section 15. Pledge.
The Municipality pledges the Net Revenues of the System and all amounts in the
Special Redemption Fund to the payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds and any
Parity Bonds as provided in this resolution. Such revenues will be used for no purpose other
than to pay the principal of and interest on the Bonds and any Parity Bonds on the dates on
which such amounts are due. The Bonds and any Parity Bonds, together with the interest
thereon, shall not constitute an indebtedness of the Municipality within the meaning of any
constitutional or statutory limitation or provision and shall not constitute a general obligation of
the Municipality or a charge against its general credit or taxing power. The Municipality will not
be liable for the payment of the principal of and interest on the Bonds, except as provided in this
resolution.
Section 16. Equality of Lien.
All Bonds and any Parity Bonds, regardless of issue dates, maturity dates, or
series designations, will be secured equally by the pledge of the Net Revenues of the System and
all amounts in the Special Redemption Fund.
Section 17. No Senior Bonds; Parity Bonds.
Except as permitted by Section 21(a) of this resolution, the Municipality will
issue no bonds or other obligations payable from the revenues of the System, or enjoying a lien
on the revenues or property of the System, that have a priority over the Bonds with respect to
their payment or security. The Municipality may issue Parity Bonds on the terms and conditions
set forth in the applicable section of each Prior Resolution and Section 21 of this resolution.
Section 18. Funds and Accounts.
(a) Continuation of Funds and Accounts; Purposes.
The Municipality affirms and continues, or creates, as applicable, the following
funds and accounts of the System, some of which were originally created under Section 17 of the
2004 Resolution (collectively, the “Funds and Accounts”) to provide for the collection,
distribution, and use of the Gross Revenues and the proceeds of the Bonds:
(1) Water System Revenue Fund (the “Revenue Fund”), into which
the entire Gross Revenues will be deposited as received.
(2) Water System Operation and Maintenance Fund (the “Operation
and Maintenance Fund”), which will be used to hold amounts
expected to be used for the payment of the reasonable and
necessary expenses of operating and maintaining the System,
including salaries, wages, materials, supplies, and insurance, and
for the purposes described in Section 19(c)(1) of this resolution.
(3) Water System Special Redemption Fund, which will be divided
into the following three accounts: (i) the “Interest and Principal
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Account”, (ii) the “Earnings Account”, and (iii) the “Reserve
Account.” Amounts held in the Interest and Principal Account
and the Earnings Account will be used solely to pay interest on and
principal of the Bonds and Parity Bonds as provided in this
resolution. Amounts held in the Reserve Account will be used to
pay principal of or interest on the Bonds and Parity Bonds on any
date when amounts in the Interest and Principal Account and the
Earnings Account are insufficient to make such payments.
(4) Water System Depreciation Fund (the “Depreciation Fund”),
which will be used to hold amounts expected to be used to pay for
repairs, replacements, extensions, or additions to the System,
provided that amounts in the Depreciation Fund can be used for
any such purpose only if such amounts are not needed to make up
any deficiency in the Interest and Principal Account or the Reserve
Account.
(5) Water System Surplus Fund (the “Surplus Fund”), amounts in
which will be used for the purposes described in Section 19(c)(4)
of this resolution.
(6) 2025 Water System Construction Fund (the “2025 Construction
Fund”), amounts in which will be used only to pay (i) the costs of
issuing of the Bonds (including fees for any bond insurance
policies securing the Bonds) and the costs of the Project, or
(ii) interest on the Bonds at any time when there shall be
insufficient money in the Special Redemption Fund for that
purpose. Any balance remaining in the 2025 Construction Fund
after the completion of the Project shall be transferred to the
Earnings Account.
(b) Limitation on the Use of Amounts in the Funds and Accounts.
Amounts held in the Funds and Accounts must be used solely for the purposes
described in this resolution.
(c) Requirement to Maintain the Special Redemption Fund as a Separate
Fund.
The Special Redemption Fund must be maintained as a separate fund in the
treasury of the Municipality. The other Funds and Accounts may be combined in a single
investment or bank account.
(d) Investment of Amounts held in Funds and Accounts.
Amounts in the Funds and Accounts may be invested in any manner permitted by
the laws of Wisconsin, subject to the following limitations:
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(1) The investments in each Fund or Account must be sold whenever
necessary to provide funds for the purposes for which the Fund or
Account was created.
(2) In particular, amounts in the Reserve Account must be invested so
that sufficient funds will be available on each interest payment date
for the Bonds and any Parity Bonds to make the required interest
and principal payments in the event amounts in the Interest and
Principal Account and the Earnings Account are insufficient to
make the payments.
(3) No investment may be purchased or retained if the purchase of the
investment or its retention would cause any Bond to be an
“arbitrage bond” (within the meaning of Section 148 of the Code
or the Treasury Regulations promulgated thereunder).
(4) All investments held in the Funds and Accounts must be secured to
the fullest extent required by the laws of Wisconsin.
(e) Required Transfers of Earnings on Certain Funds and Accounts.
All income from the investment of amounts in the Special Redemption Fund must
be transferred to the Earnings Account. All income from the investment of amounts in the
Depreciation Fund must be deposited in the Depreciation Fund. All income from the investment
of amounts in the 2025 Construction Fund shall be retained in the 2025 Construction Fund until
used for the purposes described above. All income from the investment of amounts in all other
Funds and Accounts must be deposited in the Revenue Fund and regarded as revenues of the
System.
(f) Rebate Matters.
To comply with the rebate requirements of Section 148(f) of the Code and the
related Treasury Regulations:
(1) The Municipality shall cause a determination to be made, by
engaging Bond Counsel or another qualified rebate determination
provider, of the amount, if any, of rebate required to be paid with
respect to the Bonds to the United States Treasury at least every
five years (as of the anniversary date of the issuance of the Bonds)
and upon the retirement of the last Bond. The Municipality may
pay reasonable compensation to the rebate determination provider
for the performance of such services.
(2) The Municipality shall make required rebate payments to the
United States Treasury with respect to the Bonds at such times and
in such amounts and manner as are required by the Code and the
related Treasury Regulations.
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(3) The Municipality shall keep records of the rebate determinations
prepared and rebate payments made until six years after the
retirement of the last Bond.
Section 19. Application of Revenues.
(a) Deposits to Revenue Fund and Transfers From Revenue Fund.
Until all Bonds and Parity Bonds, if any, have been retired, or until there is on
deposit in the Special Redemption Fund an amount sufficient to provide for the payment of the
principal of all outstanding Bonds and Parity Bonds, if any, together with the interest thereon to
maturity, the Gross Revenues must, to the extent permitted by law, be deposited as collected in
the Revenue Fund and must be transferred from the Revenue Fund and deposited in the
Operation and Maintenance Fund, the Special Redemption Fund, the Depreciation Fund, and the
Surplus Fund in the following order:
(1) A sum sufficient of the money in the Revenue Fund for the
purposes of the Operation and Maintenance Fund must be
deposited in the Operation and Maintenance Fund.
(2) A sum sufficient of the money in the Revenue Fund for the
purposes of the Special Redemption Fund must be deposited in the
Special Redemption Fund.
(3) A sum sufficient of the money in the Revenue Fund for the
purposes of the Depreciation Fund must be deposited in the
Depreciation Fund.
(4) The remainder of the money in the Revenue Fund must be
deposited in the Surplus Fund.
Transfers from the Revenue Fund to the Operation and Maintenance Fund, the
Special Redemption Fund, the Depreciation Fund, and the Surplus Fund must be made in the
order indicated above, at such times as are necessary to carry out the purposes of the respective
funds.
(b) Transfers to the Special Redemption Fund.
The Governing Body intends that the amount of money deposited in the Special
Redemption Fund from all sources will be sufficient to (i) pay the interest on the Bonds and any
Parity Bonds as the same becomes due, (ii) retire the Bonds and any Parity Bonds at maturity,
and (iii) provide for any required monthly deposits to the Reserve Account.
(c) Transfers Among Certain Funds and Accounts; Uses of Amounts in
Funds and Accounts.
Amounts deposited in the following Funds and Accounts must be held, used or
transferred as follows:
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(1) Operation and Maintenance Fund. Amounts deposited in the
Operation and Maintenance Fund must be used for the purposes
described in Section 18(a)(2) of this resolution, unless the balance
in the Operation and Maintenance Fund exceeds the estimated
operating and maintenance expenses of the System for the next
succeeding sixty days, in which case the excess amount must (i) be
transferred to the Special Redemption Fund to remedy any
deficiency in the Special Redemption Fund, or (ii) if or to the
extent that no such deficiency exists, be transferred to the Surplus
Fund.
(2) Interest and Principal Account and Earnings Account. Amounts
deposited in the Special Redemption Fund must first be used to
deposit each month into the Interest and Principal Account an
amount equal to one-sixth (1/6) of the next installment of interest
due on the Bonds and any Parity Bonds then outstanding, plus an
amount equal to one-twelfth (1/12) of the next installment of
principal of the Bonds and any Parity Bonds coming due, until the
full amount of such installments is on deposit in the Interest and
Principal Account. The deposits must be made first from the
Earnings Account until it is depleted, and all moneys in the
Earnings Account will be deemed to have been used first in
payment of interest on the Bonds and any Parity Bonds. Any
funds remaining in the Earnings Account after each such transfer
must first be transferred to the Interest and Principal Account until
there is on hand in the Interest and Principal Account an amount
equal to the full amount of interest and principal coming due on the
Bonds and any Parity Bonds then outstanding during the 12
months following the date of such transfer and after that either
(i) be used to retire the Bonds or any Parity Bonds in advance of
maturity by redemption or by purchase of such bonds on the open
market or an invitation and receipt of tenders of the lowest dollar
price or prices obtainable, but not exceeding the lowest price at
which such bonds could be redeemed on the next succeeding
redemption date or (ii) be invested so as to restrict the yield
thereon to avoid the Bonds or any Tax-Exempt Parity Bonds being
classified as “arbitrage bonds” within the meaning of Section 148
of the Code or any Treasury Regulations promulgated thereunder.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, unless the Municipality is provided
with an opinion of Bond Counsel that the action specified below
will not adversely affect the exclusion of interest on the Bonds or
the applicable issue of Tax-Exempt Parity Bonds from gross
income for federal income tax purposes (A) moneys in the
Earnings Account that are allocable to “proceeds” (within the
meaning of Treas. Reg. § 1.148-1(b)) of the Bonds or any issue of
Parity Bonds may only be deposited in the Interest and Principal
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Account if such moneys will be used to pay interest on or principal
of the issue to which such proceeds are allocable, and (B) no
moneys that are allocable to proceeds of the Bonds or any issue of
Parity Bonds may be used to pay interest on or principal of
obligations that are not part of the issue to which the proceeds are
allocable.
(3) Reserve Account. The next available amounts in the Special
Redemption Fund must be used to make monthly transfers to the
Reserve Account until there is on hand in the Reserve Account an
amount equal to the Minimum Reserve Amount. Amounts in the
Reserve Account must be used whenever necessary to pay
principal of or interest on the Bonds and Parity Bonds whenever
the Interest and Principal Account and the Earnings Account are
insufficient for that purpose. Any amounts in the Reserve Account
in excess of the Minimum Reserve Amount must be transferred to
the Earnings Account, except that it is expected that $5,592,475 of
the amount in the Reserve Account will be used on November 1,
2029 to pay a portion of the final principal amounts due on the
2004 Refunding Bonds on that date (unless all or a portion of the
2004 Refunding Bonds then Outstanding mature after November 1,
2029, in which case any amounts in the Reserve Account in excess
of what will be the Minimum Reserve Amount after the retirement
of the last 2004 Refunding Bond must be transferred to the
Earnings Account and used to pay all or a portion of the last
principal and interest payments due on the 2004 Refunding
Bonds). For the purpose of computing the Minimum Reserve
Amount, all investments in the Reserve Account shall be valued
semiannually, on each interest payment date, at then current
market value. In the event that amounts are withdrawn from the
Reserve Account or amounts on deposit in the Reserve Account on
any valuation date are less than the Minimum Reserve Amount, the
Municipality, from revenues of the System, must restore any
amounts so withdrawn or any shortfall so that 12 months following
such withdrawal or shortfall the amount on deposit in the Reserve
Account equals the Minimum Reserve Amount.
If, 12 months following any withdrawal from the Reserve Account,
the amount on deposit in the Reserve Account is less than the
Minimum Reserve Amount, then the Financial Officer must certify
to the Governing Body the amount necessary to restore the Reserve
Account to the Minimum Reserve Amount. Recognizing its moral
obligation to do so, the Governing Body expresses its expectation
and aspiration that, if presented with such a certification, it will
make an appropriation of funds sufficient to restore the Reserve
Account to the Minimum Reserve Amount. The Governing Body
determines that the System and any appropriation of funds
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pursuant to this moral obligation pledge serves a public purpose by
safeguarding the health and welfare of the Municipality’s citizens.
(4) Surplus Fund. Amounts in the Surplus Fund must first be used
whenever necessary to pay principal of or interest on the Bonds
and Parity Bonds when the Special Redemption Fund is
insufficient for that purpose, and thereafter to remedy any
deficiency in any of the Funds or Accounts, or if at the close of any
Fiscal Year there is no such deficiency, then such amounts may be
disbursed as follows:
(i) to retire Bonds or Parity Bonds in advance of maturity by
redemption or by purchase of such bonds on the open
market or an invitation and receipt of tenders at the lowest
dollar price or prices obtainable, but not exceeding the
lowest price at which such bonds could be redeemed on the
next succeeding redemption date; or
(ii) to rebate payments made by customers of the System
pursuant to any plan adopted by the Governing Body of the
Municipality; or
(iii) to the general fund of the Municipality.
All transfers and deposits within any Fund or Account or to any other Fund or
Account required or permitted by this section shall be made at such times as are necessary to
carry out the purposes of the applicable Fund or Account.
Section 20. Agreements and Covenants Regarding the Operation of the
System.
The Municipality agrees and covenants with each and every registered owner of
the Bonds and Parity Bonds as follows:
(a) The reasonable cost and value of any service rendered to the Municipality
by the System by furnishing utility services, including, but not limited to,
fire, police, safety and health protection, will, to the extent permitted by
law, be charged against the Municipality and be paid by it monthly as the
service accrues out of the current revenues of the Municipality collected or
in process of collection, exclusive of the Gross Revenues, and, if
necessary, out of the tax levy of the Municipality made by it to raise
money to meet its necessary current expenses.
(b) The Municipality will faithfully and punctually perform all duties
concerning the System required by the constitution and statutes of the
State of Wisconsin, including the making and collecting of reasonable,
lawful, and sufficient rates for services rendered by the System and the
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segregation and application of the revenues of the System as provided in
this resolution.
(c) The Municipality will not sell, lease, or in any manner dispose of all or
any part of the System, or any additions or extensions that may be made to
the System, until all Bonds and Parity Bonds have been paid in full, both
principal and interest, or until provision has been made for the payment in
full of all Bonds and Parity Bonds, both principal and interest, unless the
property to be sold, leased or otherwise disposed of has been found by the
Governing Body not be necessary or useful in the operation of the System.
The proceeds received from any sale, lease, or disposal of any such
property of the System must be paid into (i) the Earnings Account of the
Special Redemption Fund, if the property sold was acquired or improved
with proceeds of the Bonds or Parity Bonds that are tax-exempt
obligations, or (ii) the Revenue Fund, in all other cases.
(d) The Municipality will: (i) operate and maintain the System in good
condition; (ii) charge and collect such lawfully established rates and
charges for the service rendered by the System so that the Gross Revenues
of the System will be sufficient to make the payments into the Funds and
Accounts created by this resolution and provide for Net Revenues at least
equal to 1.20 times the highest combined annual interest and principal
requirements on all Bonds and Parity Bonds then outstanding (for this
purpose, the Municipality may treat the final payments due on the 2004
Refunding Bonds as being reduced by the amount expected to be
transferred from the Reserve Account and applied toward such final
payment); and (iii) promptly take such actions as are necessary to adopt
and enforce increased rates whenever such increase shall be necessary to
fulfill any covenant of this resolution.
(e) The Municipality will keep proper books and accounts relating to the
System separate from all other records of the Municipality and will cause
such books and accounts to be audited annually by a recognized
independent firm of certified public accountants and will make available
to the owners of any of the Bonds or Parity Bonds the latest balance sheet
and the profit and loss statement of the System as certified by such
accountants. The registered owners of any the Bonds or Parity Bonds will
have the right to inspect the System and the records, accounts and data of
the Municipality relating to the System at all reasonable times. Each audit
of the books and accounts of the System, in addition to whatever matters
may be thought proper by the accountants to be included therein, must
include the following: (i) a statement in detail of the revenues and
expenditures of the System for the Fiscal Year; (ii) a statement of the Net
Revenues as herein defined for the Fiscal Year; (iii) a balance sheet as of
the end of the Fiscal Year; (iv) the accountants’ comment regarding the
manner in which the Municipality has carried out the requirements of this
resolution and the accountants’ recommendation for any changes or
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improvements in the operation of the System; (v) a list of the insurance
policies in force at the end of the Fiscal Year setting out as to each policy
the amount of the policy, the risks covered, the name of the insurer and the
expiration date of the policy; and (vi) the number and types of connections
at the end of the Fiscal Year.
(f) The Municipality will carry, for the benefit of the registered owners of the
Bonds and Parity Bonds, insurance of a kind and in such amounts as
would usually be carried by private companies or other public bodies
engaged in operating a similar utility system. All amounts received for
losses under any of such insurance policies, except public liability, must
be used in repairing the damage or in replacing the property destroyed,
unless the Governing Body finds that it is not advisable to repair such
damage or replace such property and that the operation of the System will
not be impaired if such property is not repaired or such property is not
replaced, in which case such amounts shall be deposited in the Earnings
Account, provided that any amounts deposited in the Earnings Account
must not reduce the amounts otherwise required to be paid into the Special
Redemption Fund.
(g) The Municipality will grant no franchise for the operation of another
System (or any part thereof) within the geographic limits of the
Municipality, unless the denial of such franchise would be in violation of
any law.
(h) The Municipality will by resolution of its Governing Body require all
buildings in the Municipality used for human habitation and located
adjacent to service from the System, or located in a block through which
service from the System extends, to be connected with service from the
System.
(i) The Municipality will not enter into any contract with any person or
persons which would cause any Bonds or Tax-Exempt Parity Bonds to
become “private activity bonds,” within the meaning of Section 141(a) of
the Code or any Treasury Regulations promulgated thereunder.
(j) The Municipality will comply with all requirements of the Code that must
be satisfied subsequent to the issuance of the Bonds or Tax-Exempt Parity
Bonds in order that interest thereon be (or continue to be) excluded from
gross income for federal income tax purposes, including, but not limited to
the rebate requirements set forth in the Code and the Treasury
Regulations. The Municipality will comply with the provisions of the Tax
Certificate delivered in connection with the issuance of the Bonds relating
to these requirements.
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Section 21. Additional Bonds.
The Municipality will issue no notes, bonds, or any other obligations of any kind
or nature payable from or enjoying a lien on the Gross Revenues, the Special Redemption Fund
or properties of the System on a parity with or having a priority over the Bonds, except as
provided in this Section:
(a) Notes (including bond anticipation notes) or bonds may be issued having a
priority over the Bonds and Parity Bonds if either (i) such notes or bonds
are issued, wholly or in part, for the purpose of and will provide an
amount sufficient, together with the earnings thereon and all other funds
legally available therefor, to pay the entire principal of and all interest on
the Bonds and Parity Bonds to their maturity or early redemption; or
(ii) immediately upon the issuance of such notes or bonds, the
Municipality has discharged all the Bonds and Parity Bonds in the manner
provided in Section 23 of this resolution.
(b) Additional notes (including bond anticipation notes) or bonds may be
issued on a parity with the Bonds and Parity Bonds if such notes or bonds
are issued for the purpose of refunding any of the Bonds or Parity Bonds
which either (i) have matured or (ii) will mature not later than 90 days
after the date of delivery of such refunding notes or bonds if there is
insufficient amounts in the Special Redemption Fund to provide for the
required payments.
(c) Additional notes (including bond anticipation notes) or bonds may be
issued on a parity with the Bonds and Parity Bonds if all of the following
conditions have been satisfied:
(1) Either (A) the Net Revenues of the System for the last completed
Fiscal Year were at least 1.20 times the highest combined annual
interest and principal requirements on all bonds and notes then
outstanding payable from the Gross Revenues of the System (other
than bonds being refunded) and the bonds or notes so proposed to
be issued for any succeeding Bond Year in which there will be a
principal maturity on such outstanding bonds or notes (for this
purpose, the Municipality may treat the final payments due on the
2004 Refunding Bonds as being reduced by the amount expected
to be transferred from the Reserve Account and applied toward
such final payment); provided, however, that if prior to the
authorization of such additional bonds or notes the Municipality
has adopted and put into effect a revised schedule of rates, then the
Net Revenues of the System for the last completed Fiscal Year
which would, in the written opinion of an Independent Consultant
employed for that purpose, have resulted from such rates had they
been in effect for such period, may be used in lieu of the actual net
income for the last completed Fiscal Year; or (B) the need for such
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financing is evidenced by a certificate or certificates of an
Independent Consultant with recognized expertise in utility
ratemaking before the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin
employed for that purpose, giving a detailed description of the
proposed projects to be financed, an estimate of the cost of the
proposed projects including proposed capitalized interest, if any,
and an estimate of the time of completion of the proposed projects,
and showing the feasibility of such financing with reference to
projected Net Revenues based on rates and charges projected to be
in effect upon completion of such projects; provided, that such
feasibility shall not be deemed shown unless the projected Net
Revenues for each of the two full Fiscal Years next succeeding the
estimated date of completion of such projects shall be equal to at
least equal to 1.20 times the highest combined annual interest and
principal requirements on all bonds and notes then outstanding
payable from the Gross Revenues of the System (other than bonds
being refunded) and the bonds or notes so proposed to be issued
for any succeeding Fiscal Year in which there shall be a principal
maturity on such outstanding bonds or notes (for this purpose, the
Municipality may treat the final payment due on the Bonds and
Parity Bonds as being reduced by the amount expected to be
transferred from the Reserve Account and applied toward such
final payment). For purposes of this subsection, Net Revenues for
any Fiscal Year will be either (x) the Net Revenues shown in the
audit of the System’s books and accounts for the Fiscal Year
required by Section 20(e) of this resolution, if such an audit is
available, or (y) if such an audit is not available, then (i) the
estimated, unaudited Net Revenues for the last completed Fiscal
Year, or (ii) for as long as any Series 2014 Bonds, Series 2019
Bonds, or Series 2021 Bonds are Outstanding, the lesser of the Net
Revenues in (i) above or as shown in the audit for the most recent
Fiscal Year for which an audit is available.
(2) The payments required to be made into the Funds and Accounts
continued pursuant to Section 18 of this resolution must be current.
(3) There must be on hand in the Reserve Account immediately upon
the issuance of such additional bonds or notes an amount not less
than the Minimum Reserve Amount.
(4) The additional bonds or notes must be payable as to principal on
November 1 of each year and as to interest on May 1 and
November 1 of each year.
(5) The proceeds of the additional bonds or notes must be used solely
to refund Bonds or Parity Bonds, or for acquiring or constructing
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additions, extensions, improvements, renewals or replacements to
the System.
In the case of bond anticipation notes, the provisions of the Act shall govern with
respect to all matters relating to the lien and sources of payment of such notes.
Section 22. Resolution a Contract; Remedies of Bondholders.
The provisions of this resolution constitute a contract between the Municipality
and the registered owners of the Bonds. After the issuance of the Bonds no change or alteration
in the provisions of this resolution may be made, except as provided in Section 24 of this
resolution and in the definition of “Fiscal Year” in Section 1 of this resolution, until all Bonds
have been paid in full as to both principal and interest.
The registered owners of any of the Bonds will have the right, in addition to all
other rights, by mandamus or other suit or action in any court of competent jurisdiction, to
enforce their rights against the Municipality, the Governing Body, and any and all officers and
agents thereof, including, but not limited to, the right to require the Municipality, the Governing
Body, and any other authorized body to fix and collect rates and charges fully adequate to carry
out all provisions and agreements contained in this resolution, and the right to have a receiver
appointed for the System in the event of a default in the payment of principal of or interest on the
Bonds.
Section 23. Discharge and Satisfaction of Bonds and Covenants.
The agreements, covenants, liens and pledges entered into, created, or imposed
pursuant to this resolution may be fully discharged and satisfied with respect to any or all of the
Bonds in any one or more of the following ways:
(a) By paying the Bonds when they become due and payable, or upon their
prior redemption, in the manner provided in this resolution;
(b) By depositing with the appropriate fiscal agent(s) for the Bonds funds in
the amount necessary, without consideration of any reinvestment thereof,
to pay the principal of and interest on the Bonds until their maturity or
earlier redemption; provided that if the Bonds are to be redeemed prior to
their stated maturities, then (i) the Bonds must have been irrevocably
called for redemption by the Governing Body, and (ii) provision must
have been made for the required notice of the redemption in the manner
provided in this resolution; provided further; that any such deposit can
only be made if the deposit will not adversely affect the exclusion of
interest on the Bonds from gross income of the owners thereof for federal
income tax purposes; or
(c) By depositing with a trustee or an escrow agent, in trust for such purpose,
on or before the date of maturity or redemption, money and/or direct
obligations of, or obligations the principal of and interest on which are
fully guaranteed by the United States of America, in such amount as,
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together with the income or increment to accrue thereon without
consideration of any reinvestment thereof, will be fully sufficient to pay or
redeem (when redeemable) the Bonds at or before their respective
maturity dates; provided, that if a Bond is to be redeemed prior to its
stated maturity date, then (i) the Bond must have been irrevocably called
for redemption by the Governing Body, and (ii) provision must have been
made for the required notice of the redemption in the manner provided in
this resolution; provided, further, that any such deposit can only be made
if the deposit will not adversely affect the exclusion of interest on the
Bonds from gross income of the owners thereof for federal income tax
purposes..
Upon a payment or a deposit of money or investments in the amount and manner
required by this section, all liability of the Municipality with respect to the relevant Bonds will
cease, determine, and be completely discharged, and the registered owners of any Bonds that are
not then retired will be entitled only to payment out of the money and investments deposited as
required by this section.
Section 24. Amendment of Resolution.
Amendment Without the Consent of the Owners. This resolution may be amended
from time to time without the consent of the registered owners of the Bonds to make any change
that does not adversely affect the registered owners of the Bonds, including, without limitation,
to cure any ambiguities, inconsistencies, or typographical errors that may be contained in this
resolution.
Amendment With the Consent of the Owners. This resolution may also be
amended from time to time with the written consent of the registered owners of not less than
two-thirds in outstanding principal amount of the Bonds and any Parity Bonds (not including any
Bonds or Parity Bonds that are held or owned by or for the account of the Municipality) if such
amendment affects the owners of any Parity Bonds; however this resolution may be amended
only with the unanimous written consent of:
(a) The registered owners of the Bonds (not including any Bonds that are held
or owned by or for the account of the Municipality):
(i) To make any change in the stated maturity date of or interest rate
on any Bond; modify the terms of payment of principal of or
interest on any Bond; or impose any conditions with respect to
payment of principal of or interest on any Bond;
(ii) To materially affect the rights of the owners of less than all Bonds
then outstanding; or
(iii) To reduce the required outstanding principal amount of the Bonds
for which consent must be given to effect any future amendments
to this resolution; and
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(b) The registered owners of any series of Parity Bonds (not including any
Parity Bonds of the series that are held or owned by or for the account of
the Municipality):
(i) To make any change in the stated maturity date of or interest rate
on any Parity Bond of the series; modify the terms of payment of
principal of or interest on any Parity Bond of the series; or impose
any conditions with respect to payment of principal of or interest
on any Parity Bond of the series;
(ii) To materially affect the rights of the owners of less than all Parity
Bonds of the series then outstanding; or
(iii) To reduce the required outstanding principal amount of Parity
Bonds of the series for which consent must be given to effect any
future amendments to this resolution.
Notice. If the Municipality proposes to amend this resolution under any provision
of this section, then the Municipality must cause notice of the proposed amendment (the
“Amendment Notice”) and, if consent is required, a form of consent to the proposed amendment
(the “Consent”) to be (i) sent by certified mail to all registered owners of the Bonds and, if
appropriate, any Parity Bonds, and (ii) filed with the Bond Purchaser. The Amendment Notice
must briefly describe the nature of the proposed amendment and must state that a copy of the
proposed amendment is on file for public inspection in the office of the Recording Officer. The
Consent must refer to the proposed amendment, specifically evidence consent to and approval of
the proposed amendment, and be dated by the owner of the Bonds and, if appropriate, the Parity
Bonds upon execution of the Consent. The Amendment Notice and Consent may be one
instrument.
If on any date prior to one year after the date of the mailing of the Amendment
Notice and Consent the Recording Officer receives Consents executed by the registered owners
of the Bonds and Parity Bonds owning not less than the required outstanding principal amount to
approve the amendment, then the Governing Body may adopt a resolution effecting the proposed
amendment and, upon the adoption of the resolution effecting the proposed amendment, the
proposed amendment will become effective and binding upon the registered owners of all of the
Bonds and Parity Bonds issued after the Bonds.
Any Consent given by the registered owner of a Bond or Parity Bond pursuant to
the provisions of this section will be irrevocable for a period of six months from the date of the
Consent and will be conclusive and binding upon all future registered owners of the same Bonds
or Parity Bonds during the six-month period. A Consent may be revoked on any date after the
six-month period by the registered owner who gave the Consent or by a successor in title by
filing notice of such revocation with the Recording Officer; provided that a revocation will not
be effective if the Recording Officer has already received Consents from registered owners of the
Bonds and Parity Bonds owning not less than the required outstanding principal amount to
approve the amendment, evidencing their consent to and approval of the proposed amendment
that was the subject of the Consent.
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Section 25. Sale of Bonds.
The Authorized Officers, acting on behalf of the Municipality, are hereby
authorized to receive final pricing information from the Bond Purchaser for the sale of the Bonds
on behalf of the Municipality on a date deemed to be most advantageous to the Municipality by
the Authorized Officers for the sale of the Bonds; provided, however, that such date shall not be
later than November 3, 2025. The Authorized Officers shall reject the pricing information if it
does not comply with the parameters set forth in Section 4 of this resolution.
Subject to the terms of this resolution, the Authorized Officers, acting on behalf
of the Municipality, are hereby authorized and directed to award the sale of the Bonds to the
Bond Purchaser at the Purchase Price, plus any accrued interest from the Original Issue Date to
the date of delivery of the Bonds, such award to be evidenced by and effected by the execution
by the Authorized Officers of the Bond Purchase Agreement. If the Bond Purchase Agreement
signed and presented by the Bond Purchaser complies with the parameters set forth in this
resolution, then the Authorized Officers are also hereby authorized and directed (i) to approve
and accept the Bond Purchase Agreement, (ii) to sign the Bond Purchase Agreement in the
Municipality’s name, and (iii) to take any additional actions needed to complete the sale of the
Bonds, including arranging for a specific date, time, and location of closing of the sale.
The Municipal Officers are directed to sign the Bonds and to deliver the Bonds to
the Bond Purchaser through the facilities of DTC in accordance with the Bond Purchase
Agreement and this resolution. The Bonds may be delivered to the Bond Purchaser, or to the
Fiscal Agent as DTC’s FAST closing agent for credit to the Bond Purchaser, upon payment by the
Bond Purchaser of the Purchase Price, plus any accrued interest, as required by this resolution.
Unless waived by the Bond Purchaser, the delivery of the Bonds is conditioned
upon the Municipality furnishing the following items to the Bond Purchaser:
(i) The Bonds, together with the written, unqualified approving opinion of
Bond Counsel, evidencing the legality of the Bonds and that interest on
the Bonds will be excluded from gross income for federal income tax
purposes.
(ii) A transcript of the proceedings relating to the issuance of the Bonds.
(iii) A certificate showing that no litigation has been threatened or is pending
that would affect the legality of the Bonds or the right of the Municipality
to issue them at the time of their delivery.
Section 26. Disposition of Bond Proceeds.
The proceeds from the sale of the Bonds shall be disbursed as follows:
(a) Any accrued interest shall be deposited in the Interest and Principal
Account of the Special Redemption Fund.
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(b) Any contingency or rounding amount shall be deposited in the Interest and
Principal Account of the Special Redemption Fund and used to pay
interest on the Bonds.
(c) Any amount necessary to meet the Minimum Reserve Amount shall be
deposited in the Reserve Account of the Special Redemption Fund as set
forth in the Bond Purchase Agreement.
(d) The remaining proceeds from the sale of the Bonds shall be deposited in
the 2025 Construction Fund and used as described in Section 18(a)(6).
Section 27. Official Statement.
The Municipal Officers, the Financial Officer, and the Finance Director of
Municipality, and officers of the Municipality’s water utility (in consultation with the Bond
Purchaser), are each hereby authorized to cause a preliminary offering document for the Bonds
(the “Preliminary Official Statement”) to be prepared and distributed prior to the sale of the
Bonds and the execution of the Bond Purchase Agreement. The Municipal Officers, the
Financial Officer, and the Finance Director of Municipality, and officers of the Municipality’s
water utility are hereby authorized, on behalf of the Municipality, to approve the form of
Preliminary Official Statement and to deem it final as of its date for purposes of Securities and
Exchange Commission Rule 15c2-12(b)(1), and to supply copies of the Preliminary Official
Statement upon request.
The Municipality authorizes and directs the final version of such document (the
“Official Statement”) to be prepared and distributed prior to the issuance of the Bonds;
provided, however, that the Official Statement shall be substantially the form of the Preliminary
Official Statement and shall include the final terms of the Obligations as set forth in the Bond
Purchase Agreement. The Municipal Officers are directed to deliver copies of the Official
Statement to the Bond Purchaser and, if the Bond Purchaser requests, execute one or more copies
on behalf of the Municipality. Execution and delivery of the Official Statement conclusively
evidences the approval of the Municipal Officers.
Section 28. Publication of Notice.
The Recording Officer is directed to publish notice that the Municipality has
agreed to sell the Bonds. The notice shall be published promptly after the execution of the Bond
Purchase Agreement in the Municipality’s official newspaper as a class 1 notice under Chapter
985 of the Wisconsin Statutes. The notice shall be in substantially the form shown in Exhibit B
hereto. The Recording Officer shall obtain proof, in affidavit form, of the publication, and shall
compare the notice as published with the attached form to make sure that no mistake was made
in publication.
Section 29. Authorization of Officers.
The appropriate officers of the Municipality are directed to prepare and furnish
the following items to the Bond Purchaser and the attorneys approving the legality of the Bonds:
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(i) Certified copies of proceedings and records of the Municipality relating to
the Bonds and to the financial condition and affairs of the Municipality.
(ii) Other affidavits, certificates, and information as may be required to show
the facts about the legality of the Bonds as such facts appear on the books
and records under the officer’s custody or control or as are otherwise
known to the officer.
All certified copies, affidavits, certificates, and information furnished for such purpose are
representations of the Municipality as to the facts they present.
Section 30. Tax Law Covenants.
The Municipality covenants that it will comply with all requirements of the Code,
and the Treasury Regulations promulgated thereunder, that shall be satisfied so that interest on
the Bonds will be excluded from gross income for federal income tax purposes.
Section 31. Further Authorization.
The Municipality authorizes its officers, attorneys, and other agents or employees
to do all acts required of them to carry out the purposes of this resolution.
Section 32. Conflict with Prior Acts.
In case any part of a prior action of the Governing conflicts with this resolution,
the Municipality rescinds that part of the prior action, except that this section shall not be
interpreted as rescinding any part of the Prior Resolutions.
Section 33. Severability of Invalid Provisions.
If a court holds any provision of this resolution to be illegal or invalid, then the
illegality or invalidity shall not affect any other provision of this resolution.
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Section 34. Effective Date.
This resolution takes effect upon its adoption and approval in the manner
provided by law.
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Adopted: July 15, 2025
Approved: July ___, 2025
Mayor
Clerk
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EXHIBIT A
FORM OF BOND
Unless this certificate is presented by an authorized representative of The Depository Trust Company, a New York corporation
(“DTC”), to the issuer or its agent for registration of transfer, exchange, or payment, and any certificate issued is registered in the
name of Cede & Co. or in such other name as is requested by an authorized representative of DTC (and any payment is made to
Cede & Co. or to such other entity as is requested by an authorized representative of DTC), ANY TRANSFER, PLEDGE, OR
OTHER USE HEREOF FOR VALUE OR OTHERWISE BY OR TO ANY PERSON IS WRONGFUL inasmuch as the
registered owner hereof, Cede & Co., has an interest herein.
UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
STATE OF WISCONSIN
CITY OF GREEN BAY
Registered
No. R-___ $_______________
WATER SYSTEM REVENUE BOND, SERIES 2025
Interest Maturity Original
Rate Date Issue Date CUSIP
_____% November 1, 20__ ________, 2025 392690 ____
REGISTERED OWNER: CEDE & CO.
PRINCIPAL AMOUNT: ___________________________________________ DOLLARS
THE CITY OF GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN (herein called the “Municipality”) hereby
acknowledges itself to owe and for value received promises to pay to the Registered Owner,
solely from the income and revenues hereinafter specified, the Principal Amount on the Maturity
Date, and interest on the Principal Amount from the Original Issue Date at the annual rate of the
Interest Rate. Interest is due and payable on each May 1 and November 1 until the Principal
Amount has been paid, beginning on May 1, 2026. Interest is computed on the basis of a
360-day year of twelve 30-day months.
This Bond is one of a duly authorized issue of revenue bonds (the “Bonds”) of the
Municipality of an aggregate principal amount of $______________, all of which are of like
tenor, except as to denomination, interest rate, maturity date, and redemption provisions, issued
by the Municipality pursuant to Article XI, Section 3 of the Wisconsin Constitution and Section
66.0621 of the Wisconsin Statutes, and acts supplementary thereto.
Exhibit A – 1
This Bond, together with interest hereon, is payable in lawful money of the
United States of America, together with the Municipality’s outstanding (i) $14,055,000 Water
System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2014, dated October 14, 2014, (ii) $18,705,000 Water
System Revenue Refunding Bonds, Series 2019, dated August 5, 2019, and (iii) $7,080,000
Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2021, dated March 23, 2021 (the “Outstanding Bonds”),
from the income and revenues to be derived from the operation of the Municipality’s water
utility (the “System”) to be set aside in the “Water System Special Redemption Fund,” which
was created by a resolution adopted by the governing body of the Municipality on September 21,
2004 (the “2004 Resolution”) and affirmed and continued by subsequent resolutions, including a
resolution adopted by the governing body of the Municipality on July 15, 2025 (the “2025
Resolution”). The 2025 Resolution is entitled “A Resolution Authorizing and Providing for the
for the Issuance and Establishing the Parameters for the Sale of Not to Exceed $20,000,000
Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025, and All Related Details”. Reference is hereby made
to the 2025 Resolution for a more complete statement of the revenues from which and conditions
under which this Bond is payable, the provisions pursuant to which this Bond has been issued,
and the conditions under which bonds may hereafter be issued on a parity with this Bond. The
Bonds rank on a parity with the Outstanding Bonds. This Bond does not constitute an
indebtedness of the Municipality within the meaning of any constitutional or statutory limitation
or provision.
This Bond is a valid claim of the registered owner hereof only against the Water
System Special Redemption Fund and the revenues of the System pledged to the Water System
Special Redemption Fund. Sufficient revenues of the System have been pledged to the Water
System Special Redemption Fund and will be used for no other purpose than to pay the principal
of and interest on the Bonds and the Outstanding Bonds as the same becomes due.
On the date of their initial delivery, the Bonds will be maintained in a system in
which no physical distribution of certificates representing ownership of the Bonds is made to the
owners of the Bonds but instead all outstanding Bonds are registered in the name of a securities
depository appointed by the Municipality (a “Depository”), or in the name of the Depository’s
nominee, and the Depository and its participants record beneficial ownership and effect transfers
of the Bonds electronically (a “Book-Entry System”). So long as the Bonds are maintained in a
Book-Entry System, then the principal of, and interest on, this Bond will be paid by wire transfer
to the Depository or its nominee in accordance with the Depository’s rules that are then in effect
by Associated Trust Company, National Association, or any successor fiscal agent appointed by
the Municipality (hereinafter, the “Fiscal Agent”), which will act as paying agent and registrar
for the Bonds.
If on any date the Bonds are not being maintained in a Book-Entry System, then
(i) the principal of this Bond will be paid by the Fiscal Agent upon its presentation and surrender
on or after its maturity date or prior redemption date at the designated office of the Fiscal Agent,
and (ii) the interest on this Bond will be paid by the Fiscal Agent, on each interest payment date,
by wire or other electronic transfer or by check of the Fiscal Agent sent by first class mail to the
person or entity in whose name this Bond is registered in the register (the “Register”)
maintained by the Fiscal Agent at the end of the day on the 15th day (whether or not a business
day) of the calendar month just before each regularly scheduled interest payment date (the
Exhibit A – 2
“Record Date”). The Municipality and the Fiscal Agent may treat the entity or person in whose
name this Bond is registered on the Register as the absolute owner of this Bond for all purposes.
The Bonds maturing on or after November 1, 20__ are subject to redemption prior
to their stated maturity dates, at the Municipality’s option, in whole or in part, in the order of
maturity selected by the Municipality, on November 1, 20__ and on any date thereafter. The
redemption price will be 100% of the principal amount redeemed plus accrued interest to the
redemption date, and no premium will be paid. If payment of a Bond called for redemption has
been made or provided for, then interest on the Bond stops accruing on the stated redemption
date. If less than all outstanding Bonds are redeemed, then the Bonds will be redeemed in
$5,000 multiples as described below[, and if a portion, but not all, of a maturity that is subject to
mandatory partial redemptions by operation of a sinking fund (as described below) is being
redeemed, then the Municipality will select the amounts to be redeemed on future Sinking Fund
Redemption Dates (as defined below) that are reduced as a result of the partial redemption].
[The Bonds maturing on November 1 in the years 20__, 20__, and 20__
(collectively, the “Term Bonds”) are also subject to mandatory partial redemptions prior to their
stated maturity dates by operation of a sinking fund. On the following redemption dates (each a
“Sinking Fund Redemption Date”) the Municipality will redeem the following principal
amounts (subject to reduction as provided in the immediately preceding paragraph) of the Term
Bonds:
Term Bonds Maturing November 1, 20__
Sinking Fund
Redemption Date Principal Amount
(November 1) To be Redeemed
20__ $,000
20__ (Stated Maturity) ,000
Term Bonds Maturing November 1, 20__
Sinking Fund
Redemption Date Principal Amount
(November 1) To be Redeemed
20__ $,000
20__ (Stated Maturity) ,000
Term Bonds Maturing November 1, 20__
Sinking Fund
Redemption Date Principal Amount
(November 1) To be Redeemed
20__ $,000
20__ (Stated Maturity) ,000
Exhibit A – 3
The redemption price will be 100% of the principal amount so redeemed, plus accrued interest
thereon to the Sinking Fund Redemption Date, and no premium will be paid. The particular
Term Bonds to be redeemed will be selected in the manner described below and the Municipality
will give notice of the redemption in the manner described below.]
So long as the Bonds are being maintained in a Book-Entry System the following
provisions apply:
Transfers. The Bonds are transferable, only upon the Register and only if the
Depository ceases to act as securities depository for the Bonds and the
Municipality appoints a successor securities depository. If that happens, then
upon the surrender of the Bonds to the Fiscal Agent, the Municipality will issue
new fully registered Bonds in the same aggregate principal amounts to the
successor securities depository and the Bonds will be recorded as transferred to
the successor securities depository in the Register.
The Fiscal Agent will not be required to make any transfer of the Bonds (i) during
the 15 calendar days before the date of the sending of notice of any proposed
redemption of the Bonds, or (ii) with respect to any particular Bond, after such
Bond has been called for redemption.
Partial Redemption. If less than all the principal amount of a specific maturity is
to be redeemed, then the Depository and its direct and indirect participants will
select the beneficial owners of the Bonds to be redeemed. If a Bond has been
called for redemption but less than all the principal amount of a specific maturity
is redeemed, then on the redemption date and upon surrender to the Fiscal Agent
of the Bond, the Municipality will issue one or more new Bonds in the principal
amount outstanding after the redemption.
Notice of Redemption. Notice of the redemption of any of the Bonds will be sent
to the Depository, in the manner required by the Depository, not less than 30, and
not more than 60, days prior to the proposed redemption date. A notice of
redemption may be revoked by sending notice to the Depository, in the manner
required by the Depository, not less than 15 days prior to the proposed redemption
date.
If on any date the Bonds are not being maintained in a Book-Entry System, then
the following provisions apply:
Transfers. Each Bond is transferable, only upon the Register, for a like aggregate
principal amount of the same maturity and interest rate in denominations of
$5,000 or any multiple thereof. A transfer may be requested by the registered
owner in person or by a person with a written power of attorney. The Bond shall
be surrendered to the Fiscal Agent, together with a written instrument of transfer
satisfactory to the Fiscal Agent signed by the registered owner or by the person
with the written power of attorney. The Municipality will issue one or more new
fully registered Bonds, in the same aggregate principal amount to the transferee or
Exhibit A – 4
transferees, as applicable, in exchange for the surrendered Bonds and upon the
payment of a charge sufficient to reimburse the Municipality or the Fiscal Agent
for any tax, fee, or other governmental charge required to be paid with respect to
such registration.
The Fiscal Agent will not be required to make any transfer of the Bonds (i) during
the 15 calendar days before the date of the sending of notice of any proposed
redemption of the Bonds, or (ii) with respect to any particular Bond, after such
Bond has been called for redemption.
Partial Redemption. If less than all the principal amount of a specific maturity is
to be redeemed, then the Municipality or the Fiscal Agent will randomly select the
Bonds to be redeemed. If a Bond has been called for redemption but less than all
the principal amount of a specific maturity is redeemed, then on the redemption
date and upon surrender to the Fiscal Agent of the Bond, the Municipality will
issue one or more new Bonds in the principal amount outstanding after the
redemption.
Notice of Redemption. Notice of the redemption of any of the Bonds shall be sent
by first class mail not less than 30, and not more than 60, days before the
redemption date to the registered owners of any Bonds to be redeemed, at the
respective addresses set forth in the Register. A notice of redemption may be
revoked by sending a notice by first class mail not less than 15 days prior to the
proposed redemption date to the registered owners of the Bonds which have been
called for redemption.
The Municipality certifies, recites, and declares that all acts, conditions, and
procedures required by law to exist, to have happened, and to be performed, leading up to and in
the issuing of this Bond and of the issue of which it is a part, do exist, have happened, and have
been performed in regular and due form, time, and manner as required by law; and that a
sufficient amount of the income and revenue to be received by the Municipality from the
operation of the System has been pledged to and will be set aside into a special fund for the
payment of the principal of, and interest on, this Bond.
Exhibit A – 5
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Municipality, by its governing body, has caused this
Bond to be executed in its name and on its behalf by the manual or facsimile signatures of its
Mayor and Clerk, and to be sealed with its corporate seal (or a facsimile thereof), if any, all as of
the Original Issue Date.
CITY OF GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN
By:
Mayor
[SEAL]
And:
Clerk
Certificate of Authentication:
Dated: ______________, 2025
This Bond is one of the Bonds described in the within-mentioned 2025 Resolution.
ASSOCIATED TRUST COMPANY, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION,
as Fiscal Agent
Authorized Signatory
Exhibit A – 6
ASSIGNMENT
For value received, the undersigned hereby sells, assigns, and transfers unto
PLEASE INSERT SOCIAL SECURITY OR
OTHER IDENTIFYING NUMBER OF ASSIGNEE
_____________________________________________________________________________
_____________________________________________________________________________
(Please Print or Type Name and Address of Assignee)
the within-mentioned Bond and all rights thereunder and does hereby irrevocably constitute and
appoint _________________________________________ attorney-in-fact, to transfer the same
on the books of the registry in the office of the Fiscal Agent, with full power of substitution in
the premises.
Dated: ______________________________
Signature Guaranteed
NOTICE: Signatures must be guaranteed by an Note: The signature to this assignment must
“eligible guarantor institution” meeting the correspond with the name as written on the
requirements of the Fiscal Agent, which face of the within Bond in every particular,
requirements include membership or without alteration or enlargement or change
participation in the Securities Transfer whatsoever. When assignment is made by a
Association Medallion Program (“STAMP”) or guardian, trustee, executor or administrator, an
such other “signature guarantee program” as officer of a corporation, or anyone in a
may be determined by the Fiscal Agent in representative capacity, proof of such person’s
addition to, or in substitution for, STAMP, all in authority to act must accompany this Bond.
accordance with the Securities Exchange Act
of 1934, as amended.
Exhibit A – 7
EXHIBIT B
NOTICE TO THE ELECTORS OF THE
CITY OF GREEN BAY, WISCONSIN
RELATING TO BOND SALE
On July 15, 2025, pursuant to Section 66.0621 of the Wisconsin Statutes, a
resolution was offered, read, approved, and adopted whereby the City of Green Bay, Wisconsin
(the “City”) authorized the borrowing of money and authorized certain City officials to enter into
a purchase contract relating to said borrowing. On ________________, 2025 the City entered
into a purchase contract with a purchaser to whom the City agreed to sell its water system
revenue bonds in the principal amount of $______________. It is anticipated that the closing of
the bonds will be held on or about ______________, 2025. A copy of all proceedings had to
date with respect to the authorization and sale of said bonds is on file and may be examined in
the office of the City Clerk at 100 North Jefferson Street, Green Bay, Wisconsin between the
hours of 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on weekdays.
This notice is given pursuant to Section 893.77(2) of the Wisconsin Statutes,
which provides that (i) an action or proceeding to contest the validity of such financing, for other
than constitutional reasons, shall be commenced within 30 days after the date of publication of
this notice, and (ii) the notice may not be published until after the issuer has entered into a
contract for sale of the bond or other financing.
Publication Date: July ____, 2025 /s/ Celestine Jeffreys
City Clerk
Exhibit B – 1
CERTIFICATIONS BY CLERK
I, Celestine Jeffreys, certify that I am the duly qualified and acting Clerk of the
City of Green Bay, Wisconsin (the “Municipality”), and as such I have in my possession, or
have access to, the complete corporate records of the Municipality and of its Common Council
(the “Governing Body”) and that attached to this certificate is a true, correct, and complete copy
of the resolution (the “Resolution”) entitled:
A Resolution Authorizing and Providing for the Issuance
and Establishing the Parameters for the Sale of Not to Exceed
$20,000,000 Water System Revenue Bonds, Series 2025,
and All Related Details
I further certify as follows:
1. Meeting Date. On July 15, 2025, a meeting of the Governing Body was
held beginning at _______ p.m.
2. Posting. On July ___, 2025 (and not less than 24 hours prior to the
meeting), I posted, or caused to be posted, at the Municipality’s offices in Green Bay, Wisconsin
a notice setting forth the date, time, location, and subject matter of said meeting. The notice
specifically referred to the Resolution.
3. Notification of Media. On July ___, 2025 (and not less than 24 hours
prior to the meeting), I communicated or caused to be communicated, the date, time, location,
and subject matter of said meeting to those news media who have filed a written request for such
notice and to the official newspaper of the Municipality. The communication specifically
referred to the Resolution.
4. Open Meeting Law Compliance. The meeting was a regular meeting of
the Governing Body that was held in open session in compliance with Subchapter V of Chapter
19 of the Wisconsin Statutes and any other applicable local rules and state statutes.
5. Members Present. The meeting was duly called to order by the Mayor
(the “Presiding Officer”), who chaired the meeting. Upon roll call, I noted and recorded that
there were ___ members of the Governing Body present at the meeting, such number being a
quorum of the Governing Body.
6. Consideration of and Roll Call Vote on Resolution. Various matters
and business were taken up during the course of the meeting without intervention of any closed
session. One of the matters taken up was the Resolution. A proper quorum of the Governing
Body was present for the consideration of the Resolution, and each member of the Governing
Body had received a copy of the Resolution. All rules of the Governing Body that interfered
with the consideration of the Resolution, if any, were suspended by a two-thirds vote of the
Governing Body. The Resolution was then introduced, moved, and seconded, and after due
consideration, upon roll call, ___ of the Governing Body members voted Aye, ___ voted Nay,
and ___ Abstained.
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7. Adoption of Resolution. The Resolution was supported by the
affirmative vote of a majority of a quorum of the members of the Governing Body in attendance.
The Presiding Officer then declared that the Resolution was adopted, and I recorded the adoption
of the Resolution.
8. Approval of Presiding Officer. The Resolution was approved by the
Presiding Officer on July ___, 2025 and I have recorded the approval. The approval is evidenced
by the signature of the Presiding Officer on the copy of the Resolution this certificate is attached
to.
9. Publication of Notice. I have caused the Notice to Electors, in the form
of Exhibit B to the Resolution, to be published in the place specified in the Resolution.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have signed my name and affixed the seal of the
Municipality, if any, on this certificate on July ____, 2025.
_______________________________________
Clerk
[SEAL]
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Green Bay Water Commission
GENERAL MANAGER UPDATE
DATE: July 14th, 2025
TO: Green Bay Water Commission
FROM: General Manager Brian Powell, P.E.
RE: General Manager Update
General Manager Brian Powell will provide the commission with updates on the following
initiatives within our organization:
1. Village of Pulaski Update
2. Additional Generation at Lake Station Project Update
3. South Intake Update
4. Police Vehicle Storage at Filter Plant
5. Workforce Report
a. Safety Coordinator