Common Council

Common Council Minutes The Common Council met at the City of Nekoosa Office Location: Council Chambers, 951 Market St. Nekoosa, WI 54457 Time: Tuesday, February 11th, 2025, at 7:00 P.M. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:01pm by Mayor Daniel J. Carlson. The roll call was conducted by City Clerk Kallee Dhein. Roll Call Aldermen Present: Anthony Carlson, Garrett Kuhn, Daniel Downing, Michael Kumm, Brad Hamilton, Larry Krubsack, and Adam Buehring. Brian Krubsack was noted as absent. Also in attendance was Rick Schmidt - Public Works Director, and Mike Hartje – Fire Chief Attendance via Zoom: Nick Abts – City Attorney Citizen Comment No comments were brought to the attention of the council. Approval of Previous Common Council Minutes – January 14th, 2025 A motion was made to approve the minutes of the previous Common Council meeting on January 14th, 2025, as written. Motion by: Anthony Carlson Seconded by: Garrett Kuhn Motion carried unanimously. Treasurer Report – January 2025 A motion was made to approve the Treasurer's report as written. Motion by: Anthony Carlson Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Motion carried unanimously. Committee Reports Committee of the Whole – February 4th, 2025 Meeting Minutes: 1.) Motion by Anthony Carlson, seconded by Garrett Kuhn, to go into closed session pursuant to WI Stats 19.85 (1) to discuss TID #4 and the development agreement with S.C. Swiderski on Peckham Rd.  2.) Motion by Larry Krubsack, seconded by Anthony Carlson, to go into an open session pursuant to WI Stats 19.85 (2) to make possible recommendations from closed session. Respectfully submitted, Kallee Dhein, City Clerk City Attorney Nick Abts elaborated on the outcome of the closed session. He stated that, pursuant to the terms of the contract, he would be providing a notice of default to S.C. Swiderski. He emphasized that everyone should be clear on the terms stated in the letter. The attorney also clarified that future negotiations or potential litigation would not be made public until results occur, as is typical practice. He noted that if litigation were to occur, it would be visible on CCAP or become a matter of public record in other ways. The attorney stated that the initial notice of default was appropriately done publicly, but future matters related to this might require closed sessions. He assured the council that he would keep them and all relevant personnel, including Rick, apprised of any developments following the notice of default. Mayor Carlson inquired if a motion was needed for the attorney to send the notice of default. The attorney confirmed that no motion was necessary. Public Works A motion was made to approve the minutes of the Public Works Committee report of February 4th, 2025 to be accepted as written. Motion by: Larry Krubsack Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Motion carried unanimously. Meeting Minutes: 1. Recommend taking out a long-term loan from Nekoosa Port Edwards Bank to acquire two new DPW patrol trucks at a total not to exceed $452,000. 2. Recommend implementing the city’s new forestry ordinance and send out a newsletter to city residents. 3. Discussed completing a title search on the triangle lot immediately north of the wastewater plant to clearly define ownership of the land. 4. Recommend approving the proposal from Mead & Hunt for GIS mapping technical services for 2025 at a cost not to exceed $11,500.00. 5. Discussed possible road said projects with Wood County grant funds for 2025. 6. Recommend adding necessary accessories to Wastewater plant truck #2 and Mechanic truck #7 at a cost not to exceed $3,717.00. Respectfully submitted, Adam Buehring, Secretary Motion that Items 1,2,4, and 6 of the Public Works Committee Meeting be adopted for action. Motion by: Larry Krubsack Seconded by: Anthony Carlson Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Property Recreation and Human Affairs A motion was made to approve the minutes of the Property Recreation and Human Affairs Committee report of February 4th, 2025 to be accepted as written. Motion by: Adam Buehring Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Motion carried unanimously. Meeting Minutes: 1. Recommend IT upgrades to the Community Center for $2,060.00. 2. Recommend Hightower Painting for touch up work in the Community Center for $1,430.00. Respectfully submitted, Larry Krubsack, Secretary Motion that Item 1 and 2 of the Property Recreation and Human Affairs Committee Meeting be adopted for action. Motion by: Adam Buehring Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Ways & Means A motion was made to approve the minutes of the Ways & Means Committee report of February 11th, 2025 be accepted as written. Motion by: Anthony Carlson Seconded by: Garrett Kuhn Motion carried unanimously. Meeting Minutes: 1.) Audited the bill list. 2.) Recommend temporary class B retailers license for Wis. Rapids Family Center Inc. for Chefs for Change event at Nekoosa Community Center on February 27, 2025. 3.) Recommend beverage operators license for Erik Wenzel at Nita Brew, Bobbi Hanneman at The Edge, and Tammy Hoffman at the Edge. Respectfully submitted, Larry Krubsack, Secretary Motion that Item 1,2, and 3 of the Ways and Means Committee Meeting be adopted for action. Motion by: Anthony Carlson Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Old Business No old business items were brought forward for discussion. New Business Resolution of money transfer from revenue to expense accounts. A motion was made to pass a resolution that lists the police department and public works accounts that needed transfers from revenues to expense accounts. Motion by: Brad Hamilton Seconded by: Mike Kumm Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Approval of all Department Reports A motion was made to approve the various monthly reports from the Police Chief, Public Works Director, Fire Department, Community Center, Airport Commission, and Charles & JoAnn Lester Library. Motion by: Brad Hamilton Seconded by: Anthony Carlson Motion carried unanimously. Audit Bill List / Approval of Bills General Disbursements: Check #63075 - #63167 payments from 01/15/2025 – 02/11/2025 Total Expenditure from all Funds = $265,140.49 Water and Sewer Disbursements: Check #11740-11764 payments from 01/15/2025 – 02/11/2025 Total Expenditure from all Funds = $65,450.11 Payroll: Check #56172-56183 Voucher #V13137- V13204 payments from 01/15/2025 – 02/11/2025 Total: $97,800.01 A motion was made to approve the bills for the month. Motion by: Brad Hamilton Seconded by: Garrett Kuhn Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Adjournment A motion was made to adjourn the meeting. Motion by: Brad Hamilton Seconded by: Larry Krubsack Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 7:12pm