Common Council

CITY OF MONROE COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES DATE: MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026 TIME: 6:30 PM PLACE: CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 1110 18TH AVE A. CALL TO ORDER The Common Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Douglas at 6:30 PM on Monday, April 6, 2026. B. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE C. ROLL CALL Present in person were Mayor Donna Douglas, Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Corinne Wartenweiler, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, and Christopher Vestin. D. CORRECTION OF MINUTES - MARCH 16, 2026 The minutes for March 16, 2026, were accepted as presented. E. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION F. BUSINESS BY MAYOR 1. Special Committee Appointment A motion was made by Treuthardt, seconded by Sheaffer, to approve the appointment of Richard Deprez to the Airport Board. The motion passed 9- 0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire,  Christopher Vestin NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None G. APPEARANCES BY THE PUBLIC 1. Appearance by Citizens 2. Appearance by Property/Business Owners with the City of Monroe of Their Authorized Agents H. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Misc Licenses 2. Claims List A motion was made by Franke, seconded by Treuthardt, to approve the consent agenda. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None I. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE 1. Resolution Approving Special Event Permits: Main Street Monroe's April Wine Walk & The ARC- Green County's Monroe Balloons and Music Festival A motion was made by Sheaffer, seconded by Kleven, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None J. LICENSE COMMITTEE 1. Resolution Granting Temporary "Class B" Fermented Malt Beverage and Wine License to ARC of Green County in Conjunction with Monroe Balloons and Music Festival Alder Waternweiler stated that she does not support opening the entire fairgrounds to temporary class B, as this is family-oriented event.  A motion was made by Kleven, seconded by Vestin, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 8-1, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: Corinne Wartenweiler ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None 2. Resolution Granting Temporary "Class B" Wine License and Outdoor Beer Garden for Main Street, Inc. in Conjunction with Wine Walk at Multiple Locations A motion was made by Wartenweiler, seconded by Thoman, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None K. JUDICIARY AND ORDINACE REVEIW COMMITTEE 1. Set Public Hearing for April 20, 2026 for Ordinance Repealing and Recreating Section 3-4-1 and 3-4-9, and Creating Section 3-4-10 of the Monroe City Code: Sale of Fermented Malt Beverages by City Employees in City Parks The public hearing was set for April 20, 2026. L. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS 1. Resolution Approving the Purchase of a 2026 GMC Pickup for the Parks Department A motion was made by Kleven, seconded by Sheaffer, to approve the resolution. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None M. FINANCE AND TAXATION COMMITTEE 1. BUSINESS CLOSED: 19.85(E) Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session: DISCUSSION REGARDING FAILURE TO MEET PURCHASER OBLIGATIONS IN THE 2016 RASKOVIC DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT FOR LAND PURCHASE  AND DEVELOPMENT IN THE NORTH INDUSTRIAL PARK 2. BUSINESS CLOSED: 19.85(E) Deliberating or negotiating the purchasing of public properties, the investing of public funds, or conducting other specified public business, whenever competitive or bargaining reasons require a closed session: CONSIDERATION OF CTH N FARM LEASE TERMS A motion was made by Wartenweiler, seconded by Kleven, to entered closed session at 6:47 PM. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES:Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES:None ABSENT:None ABSTAINED: None A motion was made by Treuthardt, seconded by Sheaffer, to return from closed session at 7:03 PM. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None 3. BUSINESS OPEN: Possible Action From Closed Session Approving Agreement to Terminate Purchase and Development Agreement with Peter and Lauree J. Raskovic A motion was made by Franke, seconded by Kleven, to accept the termination agreement with the Raskovic's for the 2016 developer's agreement. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None 4. BUSINESS OPEN: Possible Action From Closed Session Approving Farm Lease Along CTH N A motion was made by Treuthardt, seconded by Kleven, to approve the lease contract with Maddrell Weeds and Seeds for property along County Highway N. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler,  Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None N. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY ALDERPERSONS 1. Special Committee Report Outs Alder Thoman - Cemetery Board: Noted that the City’s contribution has not increased in some time and expressed a desire to increase the contribution. Alder Wartenweiler - Historical Green County Society: Clarified that the walking tour costs $10 and is not free, correcting a statement from the previous meeting. Alder Sheaffer - Park & Recreation Board: Reported that parks are being prepared for spring. Capital projects include ball field light replacement, pool deck and beach area repairs, and improvements at Recreation Park. Also noted strong concerns regarding reckless dog behavior and expressed hesitation about expanding dog access in parks. Alder Franke - Chamber of Commerce: Announced the Chamber Derby fundraising event scheduled for May 2. O. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT HEADS Administrator Rindy reminded everyone of the election on April 7, 2026, and reviewed how Council meetings will be scheduled for the remainder of the month. P. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY THE PRESS Q. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Kleven, seconded by Treuthardt, to adjourn at 7:19 PM. The motion passed 9-0, by the following vote: AYES: Richard Thoman, Tom Miller, Lynne Kleven, Corinne Wartenweiler, Heidi Treuthardt, Matt Sheaffer, Craig Franke, Dylan McGuire, Christopher Vestin NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAINED: None This Council may take any action it considers appropriate related to any item on this agenda.