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ADVERTISEMENT TO BID CITY OF MONROE CURB & GUTTER AND SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION

The City of Monroe will accept sealed bids until 2:00pm Wednesday March 13, 2024, at City Hall Council Chambers – 1110 18th Avenue, Monroe, Wisconsin 53566, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud for the construction of: APPROX: 6089 L.F. REMOVE AND REPLACE 30” CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER 10845 S.F. REMOVE AND REPLACE 6” CONCRETE SIDEWALK 2461 L.F. SAW CUT CONCRETE Bid Documents may be obtained from the City Engineering Department located at 1821 12th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin 53566. The first copy of the bid documents is free of charge. A $10 fee will be charged for any additional copies obtained. Overnight mailing of bid documents will not be provided. Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified check or bank draft payable to the City of Monroe or satisfactory bid bond in the amount of 5% of the gross bid as a guarantee that if the bid is accepted as the successful bid, such successful bidder will execute and file the proper contract and performance bond within the time limit specified by the City of Monroe. NO CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED. NOTE: SUBMITTAL OF A PERFORMANCE BOND IS REQUIRED. If the successful bidder fails to file an executed contract and performance bond with the City, the bid bond will be executed and its face value will be forfeited to the City as liquidated damages. Completed Bidders Proof of Responsibility forms must be submitted at least five (5) calendar days prior to bid opening. Bidders Proof of Responsibility forms are required once per calendar year. Bidders not submitting said forms at least five (5) days prior to bid opening may be considered non-responsive and their bids may not be read. The City of Monroe hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin in consideration for an award. The City of Monroe reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any technicality, and to accept any bid which it deems advantageous. All bids shall remain subject to acceptance for thirty (30) days after the time set for opening of bids. Published by the authority of the City of Monroe, Wisconsin. Nikolai Wahl City Clerk Dated this February 14, 2024 (February 17, 24, 2024) WNAXLP

Request for Proposal

Memorial Hospital of Lafayette County is requesting proposals from qualified and experienced firms to provide Interior and Exterior Wayfinding solutions. In order to be considered, the Contractor must complete and submit a proposal in accordance with the Wayfinding Interior & Exterior Plan Request for Proposals documentation available at https://www.lafayettecountywi.org/hospital/page/wayfinding-interior-exterior-plan-request-proposals PROPOSAL DUE DATE: March 14, 2024, BEFORE 4:00pm CST CONTACT: Carlee.Segebrecht@mymhlc.org (February 24, March 2, 2024) WNAXLP

Debtors Creditors

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INFORMAL ADMINISTRATION) CASE NO. 24-PR-12

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, GREEN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF PATRICIA M. ADAMSON PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth May 13, 1967 and date of death February 5, 2024 was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1621 28th Ave. Monroe, WI 53566. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 22, 2024. 5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin, Probate Office.

Jennifer Prien Probate Registrar February 12, 2024 Karla J. Ott 127 N Brookwood Drive, Suite A P.O. Box 45 Mount Horeb, WI 53572 608-437-2850 Bar Number 1001352

(February 17, 24, March 2, 2024) WNAXLP

Miscellaneous

ADVERTISEMENT TO BID CITY OF MONROE, WISCONSIN 2024 MILL AND OVERLAY PROJECT 4TH AVENUE WEST – W 8TH STREET TO W 17TH STREET

The City of Monroe will accept sealed bids until 2:00pm Wednesday March 13, 2024 at the office of the City Clerk, Monroe City Hall, 1110 18th Avenue, Monroe, Wisconsin 53566-1850, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud for the construction of: APPROX: 14650 S.Y. Rotomilling Existing Asphalt Pavement (4” Thick)1025 GAL Tack Coat (Placed) @ 0.07 GAL/S.Y. 1900 TON Paving 2.25” HMA Pavement 3 HT 58-28 H 1480 TON Paving 1.75” HMA Pavement 4 HT 58-28 H Bid Documents may be obtained from the City Engineering Department located at 1821 12th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin 53566. The first copy of the bid documents is free of charge. A $10 fee will be charged for any additional copies obtained. Overnight mailing of bid documents will not be provided. Each bid shall be accompanied by a certified check or bank draft payable to the City of Monroe or satisfactory bid bond in the amount of 5% of the gross bid as a guarantee that if the bid is accepted as the successful bid, such successful bidder will execute and file the proper contract and performance bond within the time limit specified by the City of Monroe. NO CASH OR PERSONAL CHECKS WILL BE ACCEPTED. NOTE: SUBMITTAL OF A PERFORMANCE BOND IS REQUIRED. If the successful bidder fails to file an executed contract and performance bond with the City, the bid bond will be executed, and its face value will be forfeited to the City as liquidated damages. Completed Bidders Proof of Responsibility forms must be submitted at least five (5) calendar days prior to bid opening. Bidders Proof of Responsibility forms are required once per calendar year. Bidders not submitting said forms at least five (5) days prior to bid opening may be considered non-responsive and their bids may not be read. The City of Monroe hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, sex, or national origin in consideration for an award. The City of Monroe reserves the right to reject any or all bids, to waive any technicality, and to accept any bid which it deems advantageous. All bids shall remain subject to acceptance for thirty (30) days after the time set for opening of bids. Published by the authority of the City of Monroe, Wisconsin. Nikolai Wahl City Clerk Dated this February 1, 2024 (February 17, 24, 2024) WNAXLP

CITY OF MONROE NOTICE OF ENACTMENT OF ORDINANCE

Notice is hereby given that on February 21, 2024, the following ordinances were adopted by the Common Council of the City of Monroe, Wisconsin. • Ordinance for change zoning for 1115 15th Ave • Ordinance for change zoning for 2023 15th Ave The full text of the ordinance may be obtained by contacting the City of Monroe Clerk’s Office located at 1110 18th Avenue, Monroe, WI, telephone (608) 329-2530. Nikolai Wahl City Clerk (February 24, 2024) WNAXLP

CITY OF MONROE COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES Date: February 5, 2024 Time: 6:30 PM Place: City Hall Council Chambers - 1110 18th Ave

CALL TO ORDER FOR THIS MEETING The Common Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Douglas on Monday, February 5, 2024, at 6:30 PM. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Present at roll call were Alders Richard Thoman, Andrew Kranig, Heidi Treuthardt, Lynne Kleven, Mary Jane Grenzow, Tom Miller, Corinne Wartenweiler, and Kyle Knoll. Absent was Alder Chris Schindler. B. CORRECTION OF MINUTES - JANUARY 15, 2024 The January 15, 2024, minutes were accepted as presented. C. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION D. BUSINESS BY MAYOR 1. Approval of Resolution for Length of Service Recognition Motion made by Andrew Kranig and seconded by Mary Jane Grenzow to approve the resolution. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. E. APPEARANCES BY THE PUBLIC 1. Appearances by Citizens 2. Appearances by property/business owners within the City of Monroe or their authorized agents F. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Claims List 2. Miscellaneous Licenses Motion made by Andrew Kranig and seconded by Richard Thoman to approve the consent agenda. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. G. JUDICIARY AND ORDINANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE 1. Hold Public Hearing and Approval of Ordinance Repealing and Recreating Part of Section 1-9-1 of the Monroe City Code: Ward Boundaries The public hearing was opened. No comments. The public hearing was closed. Motion made by Tom Miller and seconded by Heidi Treuthardt to approve the ordinance. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 2. Hold Public Hearing and Approval of Ordinance Repealing and Recreation of City of Monroe Code: Section 4-1 Building Code and Section 7-1 Fire Department Code to be Eligible for E-Plan Services The public hearing was opened. No comments. The public hearing was closed. Motion made by Tom Miller and seconded by Richard Thoman to approve the ordinance. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. H. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE 1. Approval of Resolution Approving the St. Patrick's Day Parade Special Event There is a need to look at the parade route because of a conflicting route with the school. Administrator Rindy recommend this to be approved with MainStreet Monroe needing to work with the police department on the route. Motion made by Tom Miller and seconded by Heidi Treuthardt to approve the resolution with MainStreet Monroe working with the City Administrator and Police Department to determine the parade route. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. I. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS 1. Approval of Resolution to Hire Midwest Sealcoating of Dodgeville for the Twining Park Tennis Court Resurfacing Motion made by Tom Miller and seconded by Andrew Kranig to approve the resolution. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 2. Approval of Resolution to Hire Fehr-Graham for the Reese Lift Station Design Motion by Tom Miller and seconded by Heidi Treuthardt to amend the resolution to the amount of $63,900. Motion made by Tom Miller and seconded by Heidi Treuthardt to approve the resolution with the amendment. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. J. FINANCE AND TAXATION COMMITTEE 1. Discussion and Possible Action Regarding Building Permit Fees Due from Other Taxing Jurisdictions Administrator Rindy brought up the matter to Finance to gather input from the Council regarding the possibility of waiving 20% on building permits for taxing jurisdictions. She would only recommend waiving the 20% that would be the city's revenue. Alder Treauthardt asked if this was a normal practice, and Administrator Rindy explained that it is not. Alder Kleven expressed no need for a change, seeing potential negative impacts on residents' taxes. Alder Kranig suggested leaving it the way it is. Alder Grenzow saw no reason to change, stating it's not a precedent. No action was taken. K. COUNCIL OF THE WHOLE 1. Approval of Resolution to Combine Wards and Select Polling Location for 2024 Motion made by Tom Miller and seconded by Andrew Kranig to approve the resolution. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 2. Presentation of the WWTP Facility Study Administrator Rindy introduced Jesse Duff from Fehr-Graham. Jesse Duff presented the study for the wastewater treatment plant. Once the presentation was completed council asked questions to Fehr-Graham. L. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY ALDERPERSONS Alder Kranig presented his research on Green County and the City of Monroe property taxes and inquired about the recently mailed Accurate Appraisals letters. Alder Thoman expressed gratitude to the area fire departments that assisted with a fire on his property. Alder Grenzow asked the City Administrator to send out information on the annual reassessments. M. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT HEADS Administrator Rindy reminded the council that city hall is closed on Monday, February 19th, and the next council meeting will be on Tuesday, February 20th. N. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY THE PRESS O. ADJOURNMENT Motion made by Andrew Kranig and seconded by Tom Miller to adjourn at 8:27 PM. On a voice vote, Motion Passed. This Council may take any action it considers appropriate related to any item on this agenda (February 24, 2024) WNAXLP

PROCEEDINGS OF THE GREEN COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS February 13, 2024 County Boardroom, Green County Courthouse, 1016 16th Ave, Monroe, WI

Chair Jerry Guth called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. The Clerk read the roll call with 28 present, 2 excused absences being Carlson and Hoesly, and 1 tardy being Hartwig. The Board recited the Pledge of Allegiance. Pleasant View Administrator Maria Johnson gave a timeline of the events that occurred during the night of November 29, 2023, when Glarner Lodge flooded and Pleasant View Nursing Home took in Glarner Lodge residents. The Pleasant View Nursing Home committee gave commendations to several Pleasant View Nursing Home employees, New Glarus Home employees, New Glarus Fire, EMS and Police department employees and New Glarus School District. Finally, County Board Supervisor Will Oemichen presented a Commendation Plaque to Pleasant View Nursing Home on behalf of the Wisconsin Legislature. Motion by Bristow, seconded by Pennington to approve the minutes of the January 11, 2024, meeting. Motion carried by a unanimous voice vote.

ORDINANCE 24-0201

Ordinance Creating Green County Facilities Building Committee WHEREAS, the Highway Department is in need of a new facility; and WHEREAS, the Sheriff’s Department is in need of a new facility and jail; and WHEREAS, municipalities in Green County are also facing challenges with current facilities that may no longer be suitable given growing space needs and advances in technology; and WHEREAS, Green County has a desire to work toward intergovernmental cooperation with other municipalities in order to increase efficiencies and lessen the burden on county taxpayers to pay for and maintain county and municipal government facilities; and WHEREAS, there is grant funding available for local governments who participate in intergovernmental cooperation; and WHEREAS, in the year 2028 Green County will see a significant retirement of debt creating funding availability for construction of new facilities; and WHEREAS, the Highway Committee, Law Enforcement and Public Safety Committee, Property, Parks and Insurance Committee and the Finance and Accounting Committee have met and they have all agreed that the Committee of Committees should approve an ordinance for the County Board to consider for the creation of a Facilities Building Committee; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED by the Green County Board of Supervisors, in legal session assembled, that Section 1-7-30 of the Green County Code be created as follows: 1-7-30: FACILITIES BUILDING COMMITTEE A. This Committee shall include the following County officials: 1. Voting Members: a. The County Board Chairperson; b. The Property, Parks and Insurance Committee chairperson or their designee who shall also be the chairperson of the Facilities Building Committee; c. The Highway Committee chairperson or their designee; d. The Law Enforcement and Public Safety Committee chairperson or their designee; e. The Finance and Accounting Committee chairperson or their designee. 2. Advisory Members: a. The Administrative Coordinator; b. The Corporation Counsel; c. The Courthouse Maintenance Supervisor; d. The Finance Director; e. The Highway Commissioner; f. The IT Director; g. The Sheriff. B. It shall be the duty of the Committee to: 1. Make recommendations on and give advice to the appropriate oversight committees and the County Board regarding the construction of a new facility for the Highway Department and a new facility for the Sheriff’s Department and County Jail; 2. Work with Green County municipalities and other local stakeholders to explore ways county government might share facilities and cooperate together for mutual advantage; 3. Identify scope of services and which spaces should be included in the new facilities; 4. Hire a consultant to perform a needs assessment on each proposed facility; 5. Engage with a consultant to draft a request for proposals for the design, engineering, construction, oversight, timeline and budgetary estimate for the projects; 6. Develop and provide effective ways to communicate with the public and keep county citizens informed of the need, plans, costs and progress of the projects. SIGNED: COMMITTEE OF COMMITTEES Jerry Guth, Chair Jody Hoesly, Vice-Chair Kristi Leonard Dennis Schwartz Motion by Carus, seconded by Nelson to approve Ordinance 24-0201. Motion carried by a unanimous voice vote. RESOLUTION 2-1-24
Resolution Adopting Sustainable Energy Strategies and Practices to Increase Energy Independence and Security WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) states the United States can achieve energy independence and security by using renewable power; improving the energy efficiency of buildings, vehicles, appliances, and electronics; increasing energy storage capacity; and modernizing the electric grid. (https://www.energy.gov/eere/energy-independence-and-security); and WHEREAS, the County is committed to cost-effective, reliable, and environmentally conscious solutions that prioritize efficient energy use, energy independence and security, grid stability, and equitable access to clean energy resources; and WHEREAS, use of renewable energy sources, paired with energy storage, and backed up by renewable co-generation, is also an important strategy to build disaster resilience and energy reliability in the County; and WHEREAS, renewable infrastructure development can promote energy independence, create jobs, add to economic activity, reduce energy costs, and provide equity benefits for taxpayers; and WHEREAS, the County acknowledges its pivotal responsibility in promoting energy strategies and practices to cultivate a resilient and sustainable community, thereby enriching the health, well-being, and prosperity of its residents and future generations; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the County Board of Supervisors hereby adopts the following sustainable strategies and practices: COST SAVINGS: The County shall strive to implement energy-efficient technologies and practices that leverage energy rebates, incentives, and grants resulting in measurable cost savings for both the government and its residents, acknowledging that responsible financial stewardship is essential for the well-being of the community. MORE CLEAN ENERGY: The County shall prioritize the transition to renewable clean and affordable energy sources, including but not limited to solar, geothermal, electric vehicles, etc., that promotes energy independence and demonstrates our stewardship to our valuable natural resources. ECONOMIC GROWTH AND LOCAL JOB CREATION: The County shall collaborate with relevant stakeholders in pursuing opportunities to stimulate local economic growth and create job opportunities through investments in the clean energy sector, workforce development programs, and the support of local businesses engaged in sustainable practices. GRID STABILITY AND RESPONSIBLE ELECTRICITY CONSUMPTION: The County shall collaborate with relevant stakeholders to enhance the stability of the local energy grid and promote responsible electricity consumption through education, outreach, and the adoption of smart grid technologies. ENERGY INDEPENDENCE AND EMPOWERMENT: The County shall collaborate with relevant stakeholders to support initiatives that reduce dependency on external energy sources, enhance local energy production, and empower residents and businesses to actively participate in the generation and consumption of sustainable energy. COMMUNITY RESILIENCE AND ENERGY EQUITY: The County shall collaborate with local governments, area institutions, local businesses, and community organizations to develop and implement initiatives that enhance community resilience in the face of climate-related challenges and prioritize equitable access to affordable and reliable energy resources for all residents, particularly the low-income and marginalized communities. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the County’s department heads and oversight committees shall be the stewards in applying these energy strategies and practices when making management, purchasing, and construction project decisions. BE IT FINALLY RESOLVED, that copies of this resolution be transmitted to relevant county departments, community organizations, and local agencies to promote collaboration and coordination in increasing energy independence and security through sustainability practices. SIGNED: PROPERTY, PARKS AND INSURANCE COMMITTEE Roger Truttmann, Chair Barb Krattiger, Vice-Chair Jody Hoesly Joe Snow Dennis Schwartz Motion by Oemichen, seconded by Wilke to approve Resolution 2-1-24. Motion carried by a voice vote with no’s being Kubly, Schafer and Williams.

RESOLUTION 2-2-24

Resolution Establishing Temporary Committee Under Wis. Stat. §980.08(4)(dm) WHEREAS, 2017 Wisconsin Act 184 (“Act’) was enacted on March 28, 2018, published on March 29, 2018, and effective March 30, 2018; and WHEREAS, the Act makes changes related to the supervised release and representation of sexuality sexually violent persons (SVP), who are sex offenders civilly committed under Ch. 980, Wis. Stats.; and WHEREAS, the Act, among other changes, eliminates the ability of a court to place an SVP outside of her or his home county for “good cause,” meaning that any residence for a SVP on supervised release must be within the SVP’s county of residence; and WHEREAS, the Act also requires the SVP’s county of residence to form a temporary committee, consisting of the county department under 51.42, Wis. Stats., a representative of Wisconsin’s Department of Health Services, a local probation or parole officer, the county corporation counsel or his or her designee, and a representative of the county that is responsible for land use planning or the department of the county that is responsible for land information, to identify and appropriate residential option for the SVP. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the Green County Board of Supervisors that it hereby establishes a temporary committee as provided and for the purpose set forth in §980.08(4)(dm), Wis. Stats. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this temporary committee shall consist of the Director of Green County’s Human Services Department or her/his designee, a representative of the Wisconsin Department of Health Services, a local probation or parole officer, the Green County Corporation Counsel or her/his designee, the Green County Zoning Department Administrator or her/his designee and/or Green County’s Land Information Officer and the Green County Sheriff or her/his designee. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this temporary committee will meet on an as-needed basis, is vested with the authority and responsibility set forth in § 980.08(4)(dm), Wis. Stats., and its members are not eligible for compensation or reimbursement under the Green County Code. SIGNED: HUMAN SERVICES BOARD Michael Furgal, Chair Russ Torkelson, Vice-chair Linda Boll David Bristow Todd Larson Will Oemichen Sarah Endicott Anita Huffman Motion by Furgal, seconded by Larson to approve Resolution 2-2-24. Motion carried by a unanimous voice vote. Motion by Kubly, seconded by Gundlach to appoint Kurt Schafer to the Railroad Transit Committee for a 3-year term expiring February 14, 2027. Motion carried by a unanimous voice vote. Pleasant View Administrator Maria Johnson gave an update on the financials at Pleasant View. County Clerk Voegeli handed out a Situational Survey and asked supervisors to complete it and return it to her. UW-Extension Annual Report was distributed to the board. Motion by Snow, seconded by Schwartz to adjourn at 7:54 p.m. Motion carried by a unanimous voice vote. STATE OF WISCONSIN ) )SS COUNTY OF GREEN ) I, Arianna L. Voegeli, County Clerk, in and for said County, do hereby certify that the above and foregoing is a true and correct copy of the proceedings of the County Board of Supervisors of Green County, Wisconsin, on their meeting of February 13, 2024, A.D. Arianna L. Voegeli Green County Clerk (February 24, 2024) WNAXLP

Public Hearings

NOTICE CITY OF MONROE, WI

A public hearing will be held in the City Hall Council Chambers located at 1110 18th Avenue, Monroe, Wisconsin, Wednesday, March 13, 2024, at 5:00 P.M. in front of the City Plan Commission of the City of Monroe relative to: Conditional Use Permit – Parcel 23251 0576.0110 Lot 1 on CSM 5632 zoned Institutional (I) to allow permitted use of “Indoor Recreational Space”. The details regarding the Conditional Use Permit are available for inspection at the City Clerk’s Office – 1110 18th Avenue. Requests from persons with disabilities who need assistance to participate in this meeting, including need for an interpreter, materials in alternate formats, or other accommodations, should be made to the Office of the City Clerk at (608)329-2530 with as much advance notice as possible so that proper arrangements can be made. Nikolai Wahl City Clerk (February 24, March 2, 2024) WNAXLP