Common Council Meeting - March 10th, 2026

Common Council Minutes The Common Council met at the City of Nekoosa Office Location: Council Chambers, 951 Market St. Nekoosa, WI 54457 Time: Tuesday, March 10th, 2026, at 7:00 P.M. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:00pm by Mayor Daniel J. Carlson. Roll call was conducted by Kallee Ferk, City Clerk. Roll Call Aldermen Present: Alan Marcoux, Larry Krubsack, Mike Kumm, Daniel Downing, Anthony Carlson, Garett Kuhn, and Brad Hamilton. Also in attendance was Rick Schmidt – Public Works Director, Shawn Woods – Police Chief, Darla Allen – Library Director, David Rheinschmidt – Assistant Fire Chief, Dennis Fenske, Sue Gustin, Scott Gustin, Robert Wilcox, Adam Buehring, Mike Hittner, Angie Jochimsen, Bob Zima, Karen Zima, Greg Potter, Emily Nolan Plutchak, and Elizabeth Gebert. Attendance via Zoom: Nick Abts – City Attorney and Bobbi Hertzberg – City Treasurer. Citizen Comment – 3 citizen’s had comments for the council. Scott Gustin – Mr. Gustin questioned if there was an ordinance about parking travel trailers and campers in front yards for an extended period of time. He mentioned there was someone living in one on Fairview Lane. Chief Woods stated they are aware of the situation and that there is not currently a specific ordinance that covers this item. Mike Hittner – Mr. Hittner came representing the Historical Point Basse Group and he wanted to thank the City for the use of the Community Center and all that they do to work with their committee. Roger Wilcox – Mr. Wilcox also wanted to thank the council for all the work they continue to put into the city and to also recognize all the non-profits in the area that come together to try to uplift and highlight the city as well. Approval of Previous Common Council Minutes – February 10th, 2026 A motion was made to approve the minutes of the previous Common Council meetings as written. Motion by: Anthony Carlson Seconded by: Garett Kuhn Motion carried unanimously. Treasurer’s Report A motion was made to approve the treasurer’s report. Motion by: Brad Hamilton Seconded by: Garett Kuhn Motion carried unanimously. Committee Reports Public Works A motion was made to approve the minutes of the Public Works Committee report of March 3rd, 2026 to be accepted as written. Motion by: Larry Krubsack Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Motion carried unanimously. Meeting Minutes: 1. Recommend GIS mapping for sewer, water, cemetery, and street signs for approximately $11,000.00. 2. Recommend replacing banners on streetlight poles not to exceed $3,000.00. 3. Recommend approval of contract for Fairview Lane reconstruction to Precision Grading and Utilities for $1,018,321.50. 4. Recommend $10,000.00 budget for the sidewalk program in 2026 and $500.00 owner costs or less to be paid with no assessment available. Motion that Items 1, 2, 3, and 4 of the Public Works Committee Meeting be adopted for action. Motion by: Larry Krubsack Seconded by: Brad Hamilton 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 report of March 3rd, 2026 to be accepted as written. Motion by: Mike Kumm Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Motion carried unanimously. Meeting Minutes: 1. Discussed mobile and manufactured homes. Recommend updating ordinances on homes built in the city. 2. Discussed signs at Riverside Park. 3. Recommend replacing disc golf mats at Riverside Park not to exceed $2,000.00 Motion that Items 1 and 3 of the Property Recreation and Human Affairs Committee Meeting be adopted for action. Motion by: Mike Kumm Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Public Safety A motion was made to approve the minutes of the Public Safety report of March 3rd, 2026 to be accepted as written. Motion by: Anthony Carlson Seconded by: Larry Krubsack Motion carried unanimously. Meeting Minutes: 1. Recommend Fire Department by-laws changes. 2. Discussed Fire Department Sportman’s Banquet. 3. Discussed SCBA purchase. 4. Discussed water department van. 5. Recommend purchasing laptop computer and dock for the police department for a total of $3,471.00. 6. Discussed K-9 program. 7. Discussed police department staffing. Motion that Items 1 and 5 of the Public Safety Committee Meeting be adopted for action. Motion by: Anthony Carlson Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Planning Commission A motion was made to approve the minutes of the Planning Commission report of March 10 th, 2026 to be accepted as written. Motion by: Brad Hamilton Seconded by: Larry Krubsack Motion carried unanimously. Meeting Minutes: 1. Discussed the sale of 635 Garrison Avenue – Michel’s Roofing. 2. Discussed the Peckham Road projects future plans. Ways & Means A motion was made to approve the minutes of the Ways & Means Committee report of March 10th, 2026 to be accepted as written. Motion by: Daniel Downing Seconded by: Garett Kuhn Motion carried unanimously. Meeting Minutes: 1. Audited the bill list. 2. Recommend Candance Rae Oldakowski (GPM Store #4530) and Dylan J. Selke (Bread and Butter) for Beverage Operator Licenses. 3. Recommend $1,500.00 for the Holiday Parade and $600.00 for Rendezvous in the Park for Heart of Wisconsin sponsorship programs. 4. Discussed taking a loan out from the capital projects fund of $430,939.53 with the payback being $50,000.00 per year with 5% interest for a new fire truck. Motion that Items 1, 2, and 3 of the Ways and Means Committee Meeting be adopted for action. Motion by: Daniel Downing Seconded by: Brad Hamilton Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. Old Business – There was no old business. New Business Introduction of Emily Nolan-Plutchak – Wood County Judge Nominee. Emily Nolan-Plutchak introduced herself and discussed her candidacy for judge in the upcoming April 7 th election. Introduction of Elizabeth Gebert – Wood County Judge Nominee. Elizabeth Gebert introduced herself and discussed her candidacy for judge in the upcoming April 7 th election. Discussion and possible action on nominations and selection of a Ward 2 Alderperson. The mayor opened the meeting for nominations. Larry Krubsack nominated Adam Buehring. No other nominations were brought forth. The mayor closed the nominations. Motion to approve Adam Buehring as the newly nominated and appointed Ward 2 Alderperson. Motion by: Larry Krubsack Seconded by: Anthony Carlson Roll call vote: 7 Ayes, 0 Nays. Motion carried unanimously. 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: Anthony Carlson Seconded by: Garett Kuhn Motion carried unanimously. Audit Bill List / Approval of Bills Pooled Cash: Check #64709-64810 and other voucher payments from 02/11/2026-03/10/2026 Total Expenditure from all Funds = $1,092,700.97 Payroll: Check #56332-56345 Voucher #V14213- V14300 payments from 02/11/2026– 03/10/2026 Total: $158,483.91 A motion was made to approve the bills for the month. Motion by: Brad Hamilton Seconded by: Anthony Carlson 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: Garett Kuhn Motion carried unanimously. Meeting adjourned at 7:31pm