Public Notices

Construction Service Bids

ACCEPTING BIDS

The Green County Property Committee is accepting bids for a Sprinkler System Addition for the Green County Historic Courthouse located at 1016 16th Ave, Monroe, Wisconsin 53566. Bids are due by 12:00 p.m. on Friday, March 19, 2021, to the Green County Clerk’s Office, 1016 16th Ave, Monroe, Wisconsin 53566. Bid opening will take place at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, March 22, 2021 in the County Board Room located at the Green County Historic Courthouse. Pre-bid tour on March 11, 2021 at 9:00 a.m. Specifications/Bid forms can be picked up at the above address or by calling (608) 328-9433. The Green County Property Committee reserves the right to reject any or all bids and to make such award as they deem to be most advantageous to Green County. An equal opportunity employer, the County of Green will not discriminate on the basis of handicapped status in admission or access to or treatment of employment or in its programs, services or activities. Arianna L. Voegeli, Green County Clerk (February 20, 27, 2021) WNAXLP

County Wide Radio System Notice to Bidders:

Green County Wisconsin will be receiving sealed bids for the civil improvements and tower additions of their countywide radio communications system, until 4:00 pm CST on March 24th, 2021. Late proposals will not be considered. The project scope of work generally consists of various civil work at eight (8) tower sites, three (3) new tower structures, two (2) new communication shelters, backup generators and existing shelter refurbishment. Copies of the bid documents shall be obtained by contacting Chad Morgan at Ramaker the County’s civil engineering firm. Phone #608-644-2250, Email: cmorgan@ramaker.com (February 24, 27, 2021) WNAXLP

Debtors Creditors

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INFORMAL ADMINISTRATION) CASE NO. 21-PR-16

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, GREEN COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF KAREN L. HOGAN Deceased PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth March 4, 1938 and date of death January 22, 2021, was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 1448 Mansion Drive, Monroe, WI 53566. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 25, 2021. 5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin.

Thomas J. Vale Circuit Court Judge February 17, 2021

Attorney Charles R. Wellington Kittelsen, Barry, Wellington & Thompson S.C. 916 17th Ave. Box 710 Monroe, WI 53566 608-325-2191 Bar Number 1013271

(February 20, 27, March 6, 2021) WNAXLP

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INFORMAL ADMINISTRATION) CASE NO. 21-PR-17

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, GREEN COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF NELLIE M. ERMEY Deceased PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth March 30, 1938 and date of death May 8, 2020, was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of W2280 Giese Rd, Juda, WI 53550. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is May 25, 2021. 5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin.

Thomas J. Vale Circuit Court Judge February 16, 2021

Attorney Scott Thompson Kittelsen, Barry, Wellington & Thompson S.C. 916 17th Ave. Box 710 Monroe, WI 53566 608-325-2191 Bar Number 1017387

(February 20, 27, March 6, 2021) WNAXLP

Miscellaneous

CITY OF MONROE COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES

CALL TO ORDER FOR THIS MEETING The City of Monroe Common Council meeting was called to order on Monday, February 1, 2021 at 6:30 PM. ROLL CALL Present at roll call were Alders Rob Driver, Donna Douglas, Michael Boyce, Richard Thoman, and Joshua Binger. There were technical difficulties with members attending via WebEx. The meeting was held until the issue was resolved by Clerk Rindy. Follow up roll call was taken. At that time Alders Brooke Bauman, Kelly Hermanson, Tammy Fetterolf and Mickey Beam were also present. A. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FROM NOVEMBER 2, 2020 AND JANUARY 18, 2021 Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Rob Driver to approve Common Council minutes from January 18, 2021 and November 2, 2020. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. B. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION None. C. BUSINESS BY MAYOR 1. Appointment to Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners Motion made by Rob Driver and seconded by Richard Thoman to appoint Rob Schilt to the Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 2. Resolution Recognizing City of Monroe Employees for Length of Service The Mayor presented gift baskets to the employees present for their length of service recognition. Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Rob Driver to approve the resolution recognizing the City of Monroe employees for length of service. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. D. APPEARANCES BY THE PUBLIC 1. Mary Ann Hannah - W5470 Melvin Rd. Town of Clarno resident presents with concerns regarding the relationship of the City of Monroe and the townships. She shares her history and relationships with the fire departments and her disappointment with the conflicts currently present between the entities. 2. Nick Baker - 2327 17th Ave. He addresses the fact that the City of Monroe denied the request to adjust the zoning for the building that the RFD is currently using to operate their fire department. He states an accountant states the tax revenue was already lost when the building was sold, and doubts they will sell it. He hopes the Council will revisit and reconsider the zoning change request. He looks forward to open communication with the City of Monroe and its constituents. E. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Claims Report 2. Consideration Of A Resolution Approving Weights and Measures 3. Approve Resolution of Miscellaneous Licenses Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Mickey Beam to approve the consent agenda. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. F. JUDICIARY AND ORDINANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE 1. PUBLIC HEARING. Ordinance Repealing and Recreating Subsection 11-6- 18(A) of the Monroe City Code: Airport Schedule of Fees Public hearing opened for discussion. No public comments made. Public hearing closed. 2. Approve Ordinance Repealing and Recreating Subsection 11-6-18(A) of the Monroe City Code: Airport Schedule of Fees Rob Driver abstained. Motion made by Joshua Binger and seconded by Richard Thoman to approve the ordinance repealing and recreating subsection 11-6-18(A) of the Monroe City Code: Airport Schedule of Fees. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. G. FINANCE AND TAXATION COMMITTEE 1. Approve Resolution Establishing Airport Ramp Fees Motion made by Kelly Hermanson and seconded by Richard Thoman to approve the resolution to modify the 2021 fee schedule. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 2. Approve Resolution to Modify 2021 Fee Schedule Motion made by Kelly Hermanson and seconded by Rob Driver to approve the resolution to modify the 2021 fee schedule. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 3. Approve Resolution for General Fund 2021 Budget Amendments Alder Bauman understands the reductions need to be made to account for the reduction in revenue at the fire department as a result of the discontinued RFD contract. She understands this all falls under Public Safety, but does not believe it should affect the police department. The fire department should find the total amount of cuts, not the police department. There are concerns of the police department following the reduced budget, especially with cheese days occurring this year. Alder Douglas echos the same concerns. Alder Boyce has concerns of cutting the public safety budget in general. He is surprised at the lack of firefighters here to speak against this proposed budget cut. He is questioning if the budget cuts are truly based on the accounting and department needs, versus a political move. There is also a suggested transfer of $300,000 from the general fund to capital fund that is completely separate from what is being presented. Administrator Lothspeich views the city budget as a whole, and when the direction was given to reduce the budget to reflect the loss of revenue, he considered the public safety budget as a whole. He agrees it could be expanded even further, as mentioned by Alder Boyce, the general fund budget comes from the same place. Overall, he believes there is a need to tighten the budget, as there are many large capital requests coming forward. Chief Smits tried to make cuts where possible, primarily in payroll. He has been saving money in prior years. He is willing to put the department and public safety budget as a whole to where it is needed and work within that budget the best he can. Alder Boyce questions if this would even need to be considered if it wasn't for the loss of funds related to ERP this year. He inquires if this budget cut is absolutely necessary based on the City's current finances. Dave responds that the City will not jeopardize the ERP with this amendment. Alder Fetterolf discusses since there is no longer coverage of the townships, there will likely be less calls and less expenses. Therefore, it would be appropriate to make the budget cuts where it is spent, in the fire department. Alder Boyce cautions reducing the public safety budget, when it will likely have to be in increased in the future, and this will make it more difficult. The expenditures were already levied for. A 2/3 majority vote is required for this amendment to pass. Motion made by Kelly Hermanson and seconded by Richard Thoman to approve the resolution for general fund 2021 budget amendments. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. Ayes: Beam, Binger, Douglas, Driver, Fetterolf, Hermanson, Thoman Nays: Bauman, Boyce H. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS 1. Approve Resolution Implementing Agreement for Use of City of Monroe Fire Hydrants by Non-City Users Alder Boyce inquires about the indemnification agreement, if that will be drafted by the City Attorney. Attorney Bartholf confirms he will draft the indemnification agreement. The purpose of the indemnification agreement is to protect the City water and fire hydrant system when used by outside entities. The monitoring of the use will be done by the Director of Public Works. There is a protocol that he is developing, and actively discussing with the Rural Fire District. The MABAS agreed entities would not apply to this agreement when responding to a City of Monroe MABAS call. This agreement does not prevent the MRFD from being a MABAS affiliate. However, if they are responding to a call in their own district and require access to water in the City, this agreement would apply as they would be the stricken department. Alder Thoman inquires if there is a cost associated with this agreement. Number six on the agreement addresses the cost associated with the agreement. There is not a meter on the fire hydrant to determine what the cost would be. In the previous agreement, the fire department monitored and reported the amount used. Within the BPW operations and discussions, this is being addressed as part of the internal procedure. The agreed party will notify the water department any time an emergency occurs requiring access to the City fire hydrant system. The City water department will then investigate the hydrants and water system following the emergency to ensure no damage occurred. This agreement could be for any entity outside of the City of Monroe, not just the RFD. Alder Douglas inquires if the RFD is aware and agreeable, City Administrator Lothspeich confirms that is correct. Lothspeich also advises it is on an honor system, as the agreement includes a requirement for the entity to notify the City any time the fire hydrant system is accessed. Motion made by Brooke Bauman and seconded by Rob Driver to approve the resolution implementing an agreement for use of City of Monroe fire hydrants by non-city users. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. I. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY ALDERPERSONS Alder Douglas reviews the recent action taken on January 4, 2021. The Common Council voted to deny the request for change of zoning, when the City Plan Commission had recommended approval of the change of zoning. The Mayor was the only "no" vote at the Plan Commission. She poses the consideration of 470 years of dedicated volunteers being worth the loss of money. Alder Thoman addresses the recent controversial items at Council and encourages the Alderpersons to use the meetings as a platform, rather than social media. He expresses his concern to keep the City of Monroe constituents first in mind, and not have Alders attacking each other for their decisions. Alder Thoman also asks for consideration of only allowing City property owners to speak at Council. He is also a property owner in the townships, so it's not that he is not concerned about the townships. He believes we should be consolidating, not duplicating services, resulting in greater costs for all parties involved. Alder Boyce commends the fire department for their most recent response to a fire. The scene was well under control. There was a simultaneous call that resulted in the need for the RFD to respond. He continues to have concerns regarding the ability for both entities to respond to different calls while sharing membership. He would like to continue to examine this matter and feel confident in the MABAS program. Alder Bauman commends the Street Department for all of the snow removal with the significant amounts of snow fall this year. She is receiving complaints from constituents, and understands there is difficulty to remove snow on corners, around fire hydrants, and driveways. Alder Fetterolf would like to inquire if it is correct that the City would have already lost the tax revenue with the purchase of the RFD property. The City Administrator will follow up with Council regarding this matter. She concludes if the City did indeed already lose that revenue, then the change of zoning request should be reconsidered. It may not be a significant amount of money to lose. J. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT HEADS Clerk Rindy advised there are 4 open seats for Alderperson at the April election and only two candidates running for office. There is still the opportunity for interested individuals to become registered write-ins. Clerk Rindy also advises the training has begun for the Live video streaming of the Council meetings, and the goal is to implement this by the next Council meeting. Chief Smits summarized the response to a recent fire call. There will be quite some time before a full investigation can be complete and cleaned out, per the insurance companies. He states there was good response and good cooperation by all responding departments. K. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY THE PRESS None. L. COUNCIL OF THE WHOLE 1. Review Resolution Post COVID-19 Recovery Action No action or discussion was held, the resolution is maintained. 2. Monroe Fire Department Annual Report on Operations Chief Smits provided a detailed report for the City Council to review and is included with the agenda. He opened the discussion for questions they may have in response to the report. Alder Bauman commends Chief Smits for putting the report together and his response and time taken to answer her questions. She requests in the future he uses terminology that the average person can understand and apply definitions in the report. Alder Douglas inquires the mention of transitioning the response of lift assists to another entity such as EMS. She inquires if the EMS will be capable of taking the lift assist calls and if Chief Smits has had any discussion with EMS regarding this proposal. Chief Smits advises EMS is capable of charging for the calls, as the City is not. EMS advises it would be difficult for them to respond to lift assists and would require further discussion. She inquires what other options there are, and Chief Smits advises that the direction for who can and should respond to lift assists is likely coming from medical control, so there may not be alternative options. Alder Douglas asks for clarification regarding the mention that City Council gave direction to reduce the response for lift assists. Chief Smits states he could have explained that better, as it was comments made by members at the committee level, not formal action by the Common Council. 3. BUSINESS: CLOSED a. Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(g) to confer with legal counsel for the governmental body who is rendering oral or written advice concerning strategy to be adopted by the body with respect to litigation in which it is or is likely to become involved, to wit: Confer with Legal Counsel to Discuss Legal Strategy Regarding Potential Employment Litigation Motion made by Richard Thoman and seconded by Rob Driver to move to closed session. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. REDACTED. M. ADJOURNMENT (February 27, 2021) WNAXLP

CITY OF MONROE COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES

CALL TO ORDER FOR THIS MEETING The Common Council meeting was called to order on Monday, December 21, 2020. ROLL CALL Present at roll call were Alders Brooke Bauman, Richard Thoman, Mickey Beam, Donna Douglas, Joshua Binger, Kelly Hermanson, Tammy Fetterolf, and Robert Driver. Absent at roll call was Alder Michael Boyce. A. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES 1. Approval of City Council Meeting Minutes from December 7, 2020 Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Robert Driver to approve the minutes from the December 7, 2020 Common Council meeting. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. B. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION None. C. BUSINESS BY MAYOR 1. Resolution Creating An Ad-hoc Citizen Committee for the 2021/22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Motion made by Robert Driver and seconded by Mickey Beam to approve the resolution creating an ADHOC Citizen Committee for the 2021/2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 2. Mayoral Appointments to the Ad-hoc Citizen Committee for the 2021/22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Mayor Armstrong informed Council members that recommended members to the ADHOC Citizen Committee for the 2021/2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) include the following: Melissa Even, Jordan Nordby, Chuck Koch, Reid Stangel, David Wartenweiler, Alder Brooke Bauman, and Mayor Armstrong. Motion made by Robert Driver and seconded by Kelly Hermanson to approve the mayoral appointments to the ADHOC Citizen Committee for the 2021/2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG). On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 3. Set Public Hearing for the 2021/22 Community Development Block Grant (CBDG) Program Funding Request Application NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Public Hearing will be conducted by the ADHOC Citizen Committee for the 2021/2022 Community Development Block Grant of the City of Monroe on Monday, January 18, 2021 at 6:30 p.m. at the City of Monroe City Hall Council Chambers - 1110 18th Avenue, Monroe WI regarding its proposed application for a Community Development Block Grant - Revolving Loan Fund for Economic Development Closeout Program (CDBG-CLOSE) funds. The public is invited to attend to learn about the CDBG program, to help identify additional community development needs, and to comment on the activities proposed to be included in the CDBG application. D. APPEARANCES BY THE PUBLIC None. E. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Claims List 2. Resolution Granting Miscellaneous Licenses Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Rob Driver to approve the consent agenda. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. F. COMMENTS/QUESTIONS ON TREASURER'S REPORT (2ND REGULAR MEETING OF EACH MONTH) 1. Treasurer's Report None. G. PLAN COMMISSION - DECEMBER 9, 2020 1. Discussion of the Request for Change of Zoning Petition From Suburban Mixed Uses (SMU) to Institutional (I) - 840 W. 8th St Attorney Bartholf advised the City Administrator had requested this item be included on the agenda for discussion only. A public hearing would be held on January 4th and ultimately up for vote on January 4th. Mayor Armstrong requested attorney Bartholf provided background information before opening the item for discussion. Attorney Bartholf advised the Town of Monroe and Town of Clarno filed a request for a zoning map amendment. The property is currently zoned as Suburban Mixed Uses (SMU), but they would like to use for fire station and have the property rezoned as Institutional (I). The Public Hearing for the request for change of zoning will be set for January 4th at Council at which time a vote would be held. The Rural Fire Department would also need a conditional use permit for conditional Institutional zoning that would be presented only to Plan Commission on January 17th, if all steps were completed. Mayor Armstrong advised the Plan Commission referral was not unanimous, but was referred from the Plan Commission. Brooke Bauman inquired about the concerns Plan Commission members had who voted against recommending. Mayor Armstrong advised the main concern was loss of commercial property. Attorney Bartholf advised the City obtains the services of City Planning Consultant Michael Slavney, FAICP, of Vandewalle & Associates who helped prepare the underlying code and based on his discussion with Planning Consultant Slavney the City's Comprehensive Plan talks about the delivery of public services to the community and the City Comprehensive Planning states the City would like commercial development along the corners coming into the city, especially around interchanges. Attorney Bartholf advised these will be the two main competing forces that he believes, ultimately the Council will have to decide upon on January 4th. Mayor Armstrong questioned if there was any further discussion necessary from any Council members. Tammy Fetterolf questioned how long the building had been vacant. Rob Driver noted the building may have sat vacant for a year or longer. No further discussion held. H. COUNCIL OF THE WHOLE 1. Public Hearing on Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Future Land Use Map Re: Redevelopment Area Project Area #2 Mayor Armstrong opened the public hearing for the Comprehensive Plan Amendment to the Future Land Use Map Redevelopment Area Project Area #2. No public present online or in person to respond. 2. Discussion and Potential Action to Approve the Ordinance Amending The City of Monroe Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use Map Re: Redevelopment Project Area #2 Attorney Bartholf advised when the City bought the Dolan property, at the time, it was outside of our city boundaries. The Comprehensive Plan states the areas outside the district with the City of Monroe bordering the City of Monroe be labeled for Industrial use. The City currently has two developments such as a demo space project and other upcoming projects that would require a change of the land use to commercial mixed uses or mixed use of the building. In order to move forward with the future projects and plans the comprehensive plan needs to be adjusted to give us the greatest possibility of use for Dolan property area. Brooke Bauman read the Ordinance Amending the City of Monroe Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use Map: Redevelopment Project Area #2. Motion made by Brooke Bauman, seconded by Donna Douglas to approve the ordinance amending the City of Monroe Comprehensive Plan - Future Land Use Map Redevelopment Project Area #2. No further discussion held. Motion carried by a roll call vote. 3. Resolution Approving RDA Plan for Project Area # 2 Brooke Bauman read aloud the resolution approving RDA Plan for Project Area # 2. Motion made by Brooke Bauman, seconded by Tammy Fetterolf to approve the resolution approving RDA Plan for Project Area #2. No further discussion held. Motion carried by a roll call vote. 4. Resolution Approving Purchase and Development Agreement Between The City of Monroe and After/Burn, LLC Kelly Hermanson read aloud the resolution approving Purchase and Development Agreement Between The City of Monroe and After/Burn, LLC. Motion made by Kelly Hermanson, seconded by Rob Driver to approve the Purchase and Development Agreement between the City of Monroe and After/Burn LLC. No further discussion held. Motion carried by a roll call vote. 5. Resolution Approving The Second Extension Of The City of Monroe Airport Operations Supervisor's Agreement for 2021 Joshua Binger read aloud the resolution approving the second extension of the City of Monroe Airport Operations Supervisor's Agreement for 2021. Motion made by Joshua Binger, seconded by Donna Douglas to approve the Resolution extending the City of Monroe Airport Operations Supervisor's Agreement for 2021. No further discussion held. Motion carried by a roll call vote. Rob Driver abstained from voting. 6. Resolution Approving the Disposal of City Owned Property Rob Driver read aloud the resolution approving the disposal of City owned property. City Administrator, David Lothspeich, advised both the City and Rural Fire Department agreed for the transition to take place on Monday, December 28, 2020 at noon. Kelly Hermanson questioned if the resolution should be revised to include transition date. David Lothspeich advised the existing agreement will still expire on that date, but the transition in terms of transferring the ownership will occur prior to that in order to help make the transition as smooth as possible for all parties. Attorney Bartholf agreed with David Lothspeich no revision needed for this concern. Kelly Hermanson questioned if the resolution needed to include the condition of items being transferred. David Lothspeich advised the initial list was developed between representatives from both the City Department and Rural Fire Department. Representatives walked around each piece of equipment identifying the pieces that would go with the equipment allowing everyone to be very aware of the existing condition. Donna Douglas questioned if this was something agreeable between both parties. David Lothspeich advised both parties had met again this morning to review the list and resolution. All parties again agreed. No further questions. Motion made by Rob Driver, seconded by Mickey Beam to approve the disposal of City owned property. No further discussion held. Motion carried by a roll call vote. I. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY ALDERPERSONS Brooke Bauman advised the actual date to include for the original Comprehensive Plan is March 15, 2015. No further discussion. J. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT HEADS None. K. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY THE PRESS None. L. ADJOURNMENT Motion made by Rob Driver, seconded by Richard Thoman to adjourn. (February 27, 2021) WNAXLP

CITY OF MONROE COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES

CALL TO ORDER FOR THIS MEETING The Common Council meeting was called to order on Monday, January 18, 2021 at 6:30 PM. ROLL CALL Present at roll call were Alders Mickey Beam, Brooke Bauman, Donna Douglas, Michael Boyce, Richard Thoman, Joshua Binger, Kelly Hermanson, Tammy Fetterolf and Rob Driver. A. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FROM DECEMBER 21, 2020 AND JANUARY 4, 2021 Motion made by Rob Driver and seconded by Donna Douglas to approve the minutes for January 4, 2021 and December 21, 2020. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. B. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION None. C. BUSINESS BY MAYOR None. D. APPEARANCES BY THE PUBLIC 1. Nick Bartels is representing the MRFD. He is appalled by prior Council decisions to not approve a rezoning of the property for fire and emergency services or allow use of City water for fire response and training. He references city code that the Council is not following in relation to the pandemic and an emergency situation. 2. Larry Anderson – donated his time to Kathryn Kubly 3. Kathryn Kubly – resident of Town of Clarno and has had her home devastated by a fire in 1976 and is very upset the City of Monroe is limiting the MRFD to operate as a fire service and provide emergency care for their home and properties. 4. Brian Devries – donated time to Kathryn 5. Joel Faith – representing townships and MRFD. He expresses his difficulty with wanting to continue to serve the City of Monroe residents as a firefighter while dealing with difficulties from the Fire Department Administration and Common Council. 6. Nick Baker – is representing himself at 2327 17th Ave. He inquires what the cost will be associated with the ordinance requiring businesses to register with the City. He also has concerns regarding the cost of the informational flyer that was sent in the mail in regards to the split of the Monroe Fire Department and Monroe Rural Fire District. He shares an experience with a fire at his house this past summer. He shared frustrations with how the fire was handled by Chief Smits and the follow up after that call. Nick reviews if the firefighters resign and the ISO rating goes up, it is confirmed his insurance will increase, as well as for all other residents and businesses. He asks for petty politics and policies to be put aside and all work together for the benefit of the community. E. COMMENTS/QUESTIONS ON TREASURER'S REPORT (2ND REGULAR MEETING OF EACH MONTH) 1. Treasurer's Report None. F. BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS 1. Recommendation for Approval of the Purchase of a Replacement Sewer Vacuum Jet Truck - Approval For Consideration By The Committee of The Whole Motion made by Brooke Bauman and seconded by Kelly Hermanson to approve the purchase of a replacement sewer vaccum jet truck. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 2. Recommendation for Approval to Extend Snow Route Along 10th Street - Next Review Judiciary and Ordinance Committee There is no discussion on this item. It is going to Judiciary and Ordinance for further discussion. G. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE 1. Recommendation for Approval of A Resolution Approving A Modified Transit Shared Ride Taxi Service Program Title VI - ADA Plan - Approval On Consent Agenda. Motion made by Brooke Bauman and seconded by Joshua Binger to approve the resolution for a modified transit shared ride taxi service program Title VI - ADA Plan. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 2. Recommendation for Approval of A Resolution Approving Modified Transit (Shared Ride Taxi Service) Title VI - ADA Complaint Procedure - Approval On Consent Agenda Motion made by Brooke Bauman and seconded by Donna Douglas to approve the resolution for modified transit or shared ride taxi service Title VI - ADA Complaint Procedure. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. H. COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AD-HOC COMMITTEE 1. CDBG Ad-hoc Committee Responsiblities, Citizen Participation Plan, Project Overview, Grant Application - Public Hearing and Approvals on Council Of The Whole The public hearing was opened. Director of Public Works Al Gerber provided an overview of the CDBG-Close program. The intention is for the City to utilize the $1,200,000 allocated to the City of Monroe for sanitary sewer main and water main projects that will total $1,950,000 in cost. He reviewed what projects are eligible for use of the CDBG-Close funds and the details of the location for the sewer main and water main projects. No public comments were made. Public hearing was closed. Motion made by Rob Driver and seconded by Kelly Hermanson to approve the resolution authorizing the submission of a community development block grant (CDBG) application. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. I. LICENSE COMMITTEE 1. Recommendation for Approval of a Resolution Approving Agent Change for "Class A" Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage License Issued to Kwik Trip, Inc. DBA STOP-N-GO #1525 - Approval On Consent Agenda Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Rob Driver to approve the resolution for agent change for "Class A" liquor and fermented malt beverage license issued to Kwik Trip, Inc DBA Stop-N-Go #1525. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. J. JUDICIARY AND ORDINANCE REVIEW COMMITTEE 1. Recommendation for Approval of an Ordinance Creating Chapter 3-16 of the Monroe City Code: General Business Registration - Next Review Judiciary and Ordinance Committee There is no action or discussion to be held on this item. It will be reviewed by Judiciary and Ordinance at their next meeting. 2. Recommendation for Approval of an Ordinance Repealing and Recreating Subsection 11-6-18(A) of the Monroe City Code: Airport Schedule of Fees - Next Review Finance and Taxation Committee Public hearing set for February 1, 2021 to review and approve the ordinance repealing and recreating subsection 11-6-18(A) of the Monroe City Code: Airport Schedule of Fees. Discussed this will return on February 1, 2021 for the public hearing, along with a resolution from Finance and Taxation setting the fees. Finance and Taxation is scheduled to review the fees at a meeting on January 25, 2021. K. FINANCE AND TAXATION COMMITTEE 1. TID #5 Annual Performance and Closeout Report - Informational Purposes Only There is no action needed for this item. It is just informational for Council to be aware that TID #5 final audit is in its final stages. 2. Discussion Regarding Proposed General Fund Budget Amendments FY 2021 - Continued Until Next Finance and Taxation Committee Meeting No action needed here, it will be reviewed at the next Finance and Taxation meeting. L. CONSENT AGENDA Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Kelly Hermanson to approve consent agenda items one, two and six. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 1. Approval of Claims List 2. Approval of Resolution Granting Miscellaneous Licenses 3. Approval of a Resolution Approving a Modified Transit Shared Ride Taxi service Program Title VI - ADA Plan 4. Approval of a Resolution Approving Modified Transit (Shared Ride Taxi Service) Title VI - ADA Complaint Procedure 5. Approval of a Resolution Approving Agent Change for "Class A" Liquor and Fermented Malt Beverage License Issued to Kwik Trip, Inc. DBA STOP-N- GO #1525 6. Approval of a Resolution Combining Wards for Both the 2021 Spring Primary and 2021 Spring Election and Establishing Polling Place Location M. COUNCIL OF THE WHOLE 1. PUBLIC HEARING for the 2021/22 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Funding Request Application This item was reviewed and approved in Section H(1). 2. Discussion and Possible Action On A Resolution Authorizing to Commit Other Funds Alder Boyce inquired if this would be a utility debt obligation or general fund obligation. Director of Public Works, Al Gerber, advised it would be with the rest of the bonding for the industrial park projects and they would be attributed back to utility so they would pay that portion back. Motion made by Rob Driver and seconded by Mickey Beam to approve the resolution to commit other funds for the CDBG application. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 3. Discussion and Possible Action On A Resolution Authorizing the Submission of a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application This item was addressed earlier in the meeting under H(1). 4. Discussion and Possible Action On A Resolution Authorizing the Purchase of a Replacement Sewer Jet Truck and the Sale of the Existing Sewer Vacuum Jet Truck This item was addressed earlier under item F(1). 5. Discussion and Possible Action On An Amendment to Option to Purchase Real Estate Attorney Bartholf provided clarification that this amendment is in regards to the land in TID #9 for the Alice Place project. The current agreement had an expiration of February 2021, however the developers loan signing requires environmental studies that will not be complete for a few more months. The amended agreement allows an extension to June 30, 2021, however, the developer anticipates and hopes for a sooner date. Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Rob Driver to approve the amendment to option to purchase real estate. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. N. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY ALDERPERSONS Alder Douglas urges for reconsideration of the items and concerns brought forth tonight, by the public. She understands they are unable to hold a discussion on this tonight. She has been bombarded by members of the community sharing their concerns. She is afraid of setting up road blocks causing the Monroe Rural Fire District (RFD) to fail. Alder Binger has also had conversations with various community members representing the townships, City of Monroe, and various fire service organizations. He understands there are many firefighters contemplating resigning. He states this is disheartening and he has concern for where this is headed. He would like to reconsider the option regarding the fire hydrants and water usage. Alder Binger was surprised the rezoning did not pass and understands this puts the RFD in a difficult bind. He also understands the City is not responsible for the RFD to operate a functional fire department, as they made their own decisions. The City of Monroe has been trying to inform the public in the best way they can. Alder Binger desires improved communication between the RFD and the City of Monroe, and understands the City Council decisions are made for what is thought to be in the best interest of the City of Monroe residents. Lastly, he expresses his desire to target conversations on the safety for all residents in and out of the City. He commends City Administrator Lothspeich for stepping into his role and trying to move these conversations in the right direction. Alder Beam shares the same concern and disheartened by recent action taking. Alder Boyce would like to commend the fire department on their recent response to a large fire on the north side of the square. He has concerns of how members on both the City of Monroe and Rural Fire District will and can respond to emergencies. He also comments that all other area departments that responded to that call are supported financially through their communities tax roll as well. O. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT HEADS None. P. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY THE PRESS None. Q. ADJOURNMENT Motion made by Joshua Binger and seconded by Kelly Hermanson to adjourn. Motion carried by unanimous voice vote. (February 27, 2021) WNAXLP

CITY OF MONROE COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES

CALL TO ORDER FOR THIS MEETING The Common Council meeting was called to order on Monday, January 4, 2021. ROLL CALL Present at roll call were Alders Michael Boyce, Richard Thoman, Mickey Beam, Donna Douglas, Joshua Binger, Kelly Hermanson, Tammy Fetterolf, and Rob Driver. Absent was Alder Brooke Bauman. A. APPROVAL OF CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES FROM DECEMBER 21, 2020 No minutes were available for approval. No action taken. B. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION None. C. BUSINESS BY MAYOR Mayor Armstrong advised the City of Monroe was one of 45 communities approved to receive some of the $594,000 available though the urban forestry grant. 1. Reappointment of Donna Ellingson to the Housing Authority Board (5-year term) The Mayor reappointed Donna Ellingson to the Housing Authority Board for a 5 year term. Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Mickey Beam to approve the reappointment of Donna Ellingson to the Housing Authority Board for a 5 year term. On a roll call vote, motion passed. D. APPEARANCES BY THE PUBLIC None. E. CONSENT AGENDA 1. Resolution Granting Miscellaneous Licenses Motion made by Donna Douglas and seconded by Joshua Binger to approve the consent agenda. On a roll call vote, motion passed. F. COUNCIL OF THE WHOLE 1. PUBLIC HEARING. Request for Change of Zoning Petition From Suburban Mixed Used (SMU) to Institutional (I) - 840 W. 8th Street Opened for public hearing. No discussion held. 2. Discussion and Possible Action Approving An Ordinance for Change of Zoning Petition- From Suburban Mixed Used (SMU) to Institutional (I) - 840 W. 8th Street Mayor Armstrong questioned if anyone needs background information on this item. No request made. Donna Douglas made a motion to approve an ordinance for change of zoning petition from Suburban Mixed Used (SMU) to Institutional (I) - 840 W. 8th Street, seconded by Joshua Binger. Kelly Hermanson expressed concern with the negative impact the change of zoning could create if approved (takes away the opportunity for the commercial property and a business within that building and additionally would have a reduced tax revenue without any benefit to the City). No further discussion held. On a roll call vote the vote included: Donna Douglas - Yes Joshua Binger - Yes Kelly Hermanson - No Tammy Fetterolf - Yes Rob Driver - No Michael Boyce - No Richard Thoman - No Mickey Beam - Yes Mayor Armstrong advised in the event of a tie the presiding officer shall be entitled to break the tie. Mayor Armstrong voted no. Motion failed. No further discussion held. 3. Approve Resolution to Adopt a Citizen Participation Plan Rob Driver read aloud the resolution. Motion made by Rob Driver and seconded by Kelly Hermanson to approve resolution to adopt a Citizen Participation Plan. No further discussion held. On a roll call vote, motion passed. 4. Approve Resolution to Adopt the Policy to Prohibit the Use of Excessive Force and the Barring of Entrances/Exits for Non-Violent Civil Rights Demonstrations Rob Driver read aloud the resolution. Motion made by Rob Driver and seconded by Joshua Binger to approve resolution to Adopt the Policy to Prohibit the Use of Excessive Force and the Barring of Entrances/Exits for Non-Violent Civil Rights Demonstrations. Michael Boyce questioned if the Monroe Police Department had any questions or concerns regarding the adoption of this resolution. Chief of Police, Fred Kelley, advised the Police Department's polices already prohibit the use of excessive force and prohibit barring the access to the public. The policy in question was reviewed by the Police Department prior to the meeting and the Department sees no reason for this not to be passed. Michael Boyce questioned if Attorney Bartholf had any concerns with approving this resolution. Attorney Bartholf agreed with Fred Kelley's previous statement and had no concerns with this resolution being approved. No further discussion held. On a roll call vote, motion passed. 5. Review Resolution Post COVID-19 Recovery Action No concerns or actions recommended by Council. G. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY ALDERPERSONS None. H. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT HEADS None. I. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY THE PRESS None. J. ADJOURNMENT Motion made by Kelly Hermanson and seconded by Joshua Binger to adjourn. On a voice vote, motion passed. (February 27, 2021) WNAXLP

LEGAL NOTICE BLACKHAWK TECHNICAL COLLEGE DISTRICT BOARD MEMBER POSITIONS OPEN

Applications for four (4) positions on the Blackhawk Technical College District Board are now being accepted. Board members are not paid, except for expenses incurred in the performance of their duties. In the appointment process, equal consideration is given to the general population distribution within the District and the distribution of women and minorities. Employer and employee representatives should be representative of the businesses and industries within the District. Additional information on the appointment process is available on the BTC Web page: https://www.blackhawk.edu/About/Governance/District-Board/Board-Appointment-Process. The following positions are vacant: (1) Employer Member – 3-year term, July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2024 (1) Employee Member – 3-year term, July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2024 (1) School District Administrator – 3-year term, July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2024 (1) Additional Member – Unexpired term, July 1, 2021, through June 30, 2023 To maintain compliance with the BTC District Board Appointment Committee’s Plan of Representation, the candidates for the above positions must reside in Rock and Green Counties. Applicants must submit two (2) references supporting their nomination to the district board and attend a meeting of the District Board Appointment Committee to be interviewed to be appointed. Applications must be submitted in writing on forms available through the above BTC Web address or by contacting:

Julie Barreau, Assistant to the President and District Board Blackhawk Technical College 6004 S County Road G PO Box 5009 Janesville WI 53547-5009 (608) 757-7772 jbarreau@blackhawk.edu

Applications are to be returned to Ms. Barreau no later than 4:00 p.m. on March 12, 2021. The Appointment Committee consists of the chairpersons of the Rock County and Green County Boards of Supervisors. The Chair of the Rock County Board serves as Chair of the Appointment Committee. The Appointment Committee will conduct a Public Hearing on Monday, April 5, 2021, at 3:00 p.m. at the Central Campus of Blackhawk Technical College, 6004 S County Road G, Janesville, in the Administration Building in the District Board Room. Those candidates unable to attend the first interview date will have the opportunity to participate in a second interview date and a public hearing scheduled for Monday, April 19, 2021, at 5:00 p.m. at the same location. If all candidates can appear at the first interview, the second interview will be canceled. Per Wisconsin Statutes 38.10, the names of candidates submitted by the deadline date will be published at least fourteen (14) days before the public hearings and meetings. No additional names will be accepted from the floor at the time of the Public Hearing and Appointment Committee meeting. PUBLISHED: February 26, 2021 (February 27, 2021) WNAXLP

NOTICE SETTING TIME TO HEAR APPLICATION AND DEADLINE FOR FILING CLAIMS (INFORMAL ADMINISTRATION) CASE NO. 20-PR-83

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, GREEN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: GAY L. PRIEN DOD: September 16, 2020

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:

1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth January 18, 1934 and date of death September 16, 2020 was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of: N1628 County K, Monroe, WI 53566.

3. The application will be heard at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin, before Gloria Baertschi, Probate Registrar, on March 15, 2021 at 8:30 a.m. You do not need to appear unless you object. The application may be granted if there is no objection. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent's estate is May 21, 2021. 5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin. 6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.

Gloria A. Baertschi Probate Registrar February 10, 2021

Gregory E. Knoke 1904 10th Street Monroe, WI 53566 608-325-7137 Bar Number 1013426

(February 20, 27, March 6, 2021)

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Regular Meeting of the Board of Education of the School District of Monroe was held on February 8 2021

1. Call to Order: Rich Deprez, Board of Education President called the meeting to order at 7:00 P.M. 2. Roll Call: Board Members Present: Dan Bartholf, Mary Berger, Rich Deprez, Teresa Keehn, Nikki Matley, Cheryl McGuire, Dylan McGuire, Jim Plourde, and Tim Wolff – Administration Present: Brian Boehm, Matt Brown, Jeriamy Jackson, Chris Medenwaldt, Joe Monroe, Terri Montgomery, Ron Olson, Todd Paradis, Amy Timmerman, Jenna Trame, and Rick Waski 3. Motion to Suspend the Application of Policy 0161 – Motion by Jim Plourde and seconded by Nikki Matley - Approved 4. Approve Agenda – Motion by Dan Bartholf and seconded by Mary Berger – Approved 5. Recognitions 6. Public Comment 7. Consent Items – A. Approve Minutes – B. Approval of Professional Staff Retirement – C. Acceptance/Approval of Community Donations – Motion by Mary Berger and seconded by Jim Plourde - Approved 8. Old Business – 9. New Business – Discussion of NEOLA Policy Consent Updates – First Reading – B. Discussion of NEOLA Policy Updates – First Reading – C. Approval of Administrative Contracts and Salary Increases – Motion by Jim Plourde and seconded by Nikki Matley – Approved – D. COVID-19 Operational Plan – Plan B+ at Middle School and High School – E. Referendum Planning Update 10. Informational Items – A. Boardsmanship/Administration – B. Board of Education Correspondence – C. Committee Reports – D. Agenda Items for Future Discussion – E. Liaison Reports 11. Five Minutes for the Press 12. Closed Session - At 8:39 P.M. motion by Jim Plourde and seconded by Teresa Keehn to convene into Closed Session according to Wisconsin Statutes 19.85(1)(c) for the purpose of conducting the District Administrator’s Evaluation – 9/Yes-0/No-0/Abstain-0/Absent 13. Adjournment – At 9:30 P.M. motion by Mary Berger and seconded by Teresa Keehn - Adjourned (February 27, 2021) WNAXLP

SMALL CLAIMS SUMMONS NUMBER: 2021- SC-4

MATTHEW BERGUM FORMAERLY OF: N733 ALLEN ROAD BROWNTOWN, WI 53522 You are being sued by The Monroe Clinic, Inc., in the Small Claims Court for Green County, Wisconsin, Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, WI 53566, Branch 2. A hearing will be held at 10:00 a.m. on Monday, March 15, 2021. If you do not appear, a judgment may be given to the person suing you. Call the Clerk of Court 608-328-9433 for assistance with accommodations for disabilities. Call 608-328-9420 for instructions to make a telephone or video appearance. Pursuant to Green County Circuit Court Rule 301 (B): WRITTEN ANSWERS: A defendant may join issue in any of the actions specified in S. 799.01, Wis. Stats., without appearing on the return date by filing a written answer. Such written answer must be received by the Clerk of Circuit Court not later than 20 days after the “Date Summons Issued” or by the return date set in the summons, whichever is earlier. A copy of the written answer must be mailed to plaintiff’s attorney, if any, or to plaintiff. If a written answer is filed pursuant to this rule, neither plaintiff nor defendant are required to appear on the return date. Attorney for Plaintiff: Attorney Thomas P. Donohue Donohue Law Office 1109 16th Avenue P.O. Box 160 Monroe, WI 53566 608-329-7990 (February 27, 2021) WNAXLP