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NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INFORMAL ADMINISTRATION) CASE NO. 24-PR-21

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, GREEN COUNTY

IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF FRANZ R. GOSSET Deceased. PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth February 26, 1936 and date of death January 17, 2024 was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of N4491 Cold Springs Road, Monroe, WI 53566. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent’s estate is June 12, 2024 5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin, Probate Office

Jennifer Prien Probate Registrar March 6, 2024

Attorney Todd W. Schluesche 250 N. 18th Avenue, Suite 106 Monroe, WI 53566 608-325-2500 Bar Number 1024392

(March 9, 16, 23, 2024) WNAXLP

NOTICE TO CREDITORS (INFORMAL ADMINISTRATION) CASE NO. 24-PR-04
STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, GREEN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: DALE A. BELL DOD: December 3, 2023 PLEASE TAKE NOTICE: 1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth April 16, 1951 and date of death December 3, 2023, was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of 811 25th Ave. Monroe, WI, 53566. 3. All interested persons waived notice. 4. The deadline for filing a claim against the decedent's estate is June 3, 2024. 5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin. Room Probate Office

Jennifer Prien Probate Registrar February 28, 2024 Gregory E. Knoke Knoke & Kind Law Office 1904 10th Street Monroe, WI 53566 608-325-7137 Bar Number 1013426

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Miscellaneous

CITY OF MONROE COMMON COUNCIL MINUTES Date: February 20, 2024 Time: 6:30 PM Place: City Hall Council Chambers - 1110 18th Avenue

CALL TO ORDER FOR THIS MEETING The Common Council meeting was called to order by Mayor Douglas on Tuesday, February 20, 2024, at 6:30 PM. A. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL Present at roll call were Alders Richard Thoman, Lynne Kleven, Heidi Treuthardt, Mary Jane Grenzow, Tom Miller, Corinne Wartenweiler, and Kyle Knoll. Absent were Alder Chris Schindler and Andrew Kranig. B. CORRECTION OF MINUTES - FEBRUARY 5, 2024 The February 5, 2024, minutes were accepted as presented. C. PRESENTATIONS OF PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATION D. BUSINESS BY MAYOR Mayor Douglas introduced and awarded Elaine and Harold Ruchti, who recently celebrated their 75th wedding anniversary. 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 Tom Miller and seconded by Mary Jane Grenzow to approve the consent agenda. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. G. COMMENTS/QUESTIONS ON TREASURER'S REPORT (2ND REGULAR MEETING OF EACH MONTH) 1. Treasurer's Report 2. The treasurer's report was accepted as presented. H. PLAN COMMISSION 1. Approval of Ordinance for Change of Zoning and General Development Plan - Parcel 0136.0000 - 1115 15th Ave Motion made by Mary Jane Grenzow and seconded by Heidi Treuthardt to approve the ordinance. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 2. Approval of Ordinance for Change of Zoning - Parcel 1076.000 for 2023 15th Avenue Motion made by Mary Jane Grenzow and seconded by Lynne Kleven to approve the ordinance. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 3. Approval of Resolution for Approval of Street and Other Public Ways Vacation Within the Plat Prospect Heights Addition Director of Public Works Al Gerber discussed the location of the street vacation and explained the reasons behind the request for the vacation. Motion made by Mary Jane Grenzow and seconded by Heidi Treuthardt to approve the resolution. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. I. PUBLIC SAFETY COMMITTEE 1. Approval of Resolution for Holly's Heart & Sole Family Fun Run Special Event Permit Motion made by Tom Miller and seconded by Corinne Wartenweiler to approve the resolution. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. J. FINANCE AND TAXATION COMMITTEE 1. Discussion Regarding City "Farmers Market" Property Use and Potential Donation for GCDC Home Construction Cooperative Project Administrator Rindy reported that discussions were held in the Finance committee regarding city-owned property with a restriction for a farmers’ market. The proposal is to transfer or sell this property to GCDC, which collaborates with the school district on home-building programs. Attorney Bartholf explained the process required to remove the farmers market restriction, which was placed on the property in the 1890s. Olivia from GCDC presented details about their program and ongoing initiatives. Monroe students are currently remodeling a home donated by SSM Health, and proceeds from its sale will support the program. GCDC is seeking the city's donation of land to build homes, modeled after the capstone program. They are collaborating with UWP students to determine the best fit, exploring options like single-family homes or duplexes. Approximately 50 students are interested in the program, which aims to address housing shortages and encourage participation in the trades. The Council posed questions about the property, the Launch Program, and the way forward. The consensus was to continue negotiations with GCDC over the land. 2. Approval of Resolution for the City of Monroe's Capital Infrastructure Federal Funding Needs for Fiscal Year 2025 Motion made by Mary Jane Grenzow and seconded by Heidi Treuthardt to approve the resolution. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 3. Approval of Resolution Disallowing Wal-Mart 2023 Overassessment Claim Motion made by Mary Jane Grenzow and seconded by Tom Miller to approve the resolution. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. K. LICENSE COMMITTEE 1. Approval of Resolution Granting BOCO Monroe Alcohol License There was a discussion on how this situation was overlooked and whether citation is appropriate. Chief Kelley emphasized the need to initiate checks on businesses. Several alderpersons expressed the opinion that a citation should be considered for selling without a license. Chief Kelley will collaborate with Attorney Bartholf to review the potential citation at the staff level. Motion made by Lynne Kleven and seconded by Corinne Wartenweiler to approve the resolution. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. Ayes: Grenzow, Kleven, Miller, Thoman, Treuthardt, Wartenweiler Nays: Knoll L. COUNCIL OF THE WHOLE 1. BUSINESS CLOSED UNDER WIS. STATS. 19.85(1)(C): Considering employment, promotion, compensation or performance evaluation data of any public employee over which the governmental body has jurisdiction or exercises responsibility: REGARDING CITY EMPLOYEE SEPARATION AGREEMENT 2. BUSINESS CLOSED UNDER WIS. STATS. 19.85(1)(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 POTENTIAL CONTRIBUTION TO A REGIONAL LIFT STATION Motion made by Kyle Knoll and seconded by Mary Jane Grenzow to enter closed session at 7:22 PM. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. -REDACTED- The Council discussed the separation agreement and the reasons for the termination of the employee. There was a discussion about a potential partnership at a regional lift station. Administrator Rindy sought direction on whether to collaborate with the school district or not, considering the option of moving forward with negotiations. Additional discussions included the development of the subdivision and the potential benefits of a lift station for the area and the community. There was a consensus to move forward with conversations and negotiations involving the school district and B&S regarding a regional lift station. Motion made by Tom Miller and seconded by Kyle Knoll to return from closed session at 8:29 PM. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. 3. BUSINESS: OPEN a. Possible Action Regarding Employment Separation Agreement from Closed Session Motion made by Lynne Kleven and seconded by Corinne Wartenweiler to approve the separation agreement as presented. On a roll call vote, Motion Passed. M. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY ALDERPERSONS Alder Miller provided information about the recent Green County Leaders class, noting that it was the largest graduating class to date. He mentioned that the class recently took a trip to the Capitol to engage with state leaders and representatives. N. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY DEPARTMENT HEADS Administrator Rindy sent out a memo appointing Rob Jacobson to oversee the city when she is not available. She also encouraged the Council to read the most recent League's magazine. O. BUSINESS PRESENTED BY THE PRESS P. ADJOURNMENT Motion made by Kyle Knoll and seconded by Lynne Kleven to adjourn at 8:35 PM. On a voice vote, Motion Passed. This Council may take any action it considers appropriate related to any item on this agenda (March 9, 2024) WNAXLP

NOTICE SETTING TIME TO HEAR APPLICATION AND DEADLINE FOR FILING CLAIMS (INFORMAL ADMINISTRATION) CASE NO. 24-PR-05

STATE OF WISCONSIN, CIRCUIT COURT, GREEN COUNTY IN THE MATTER OF THE ESTATE OF: VIRGINIA M. OSTBY Deceased

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE:

1. An application for informal administration was filed. 2. The decedent, with date of birth June 28, 1933 and date of death December 15, 2023 was domiciled in Green County, State of Wisconsin, with a mailing address of: N7244 County Road J, Monticello, WI 53570.

3. The application will be heard at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin, Branch 1, before Probate Registrar, on March 19, 2024 at 11:30 am. 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 June 5, 2024. 5. A claim may be filed at the Green County Justice Center, 2841 6th Street, Monroe, Wisconsin. Probate Office. 6. This publication is notice to any persons whose names or addresses are unknown.

Jennifer Prien Probate Registrar February 28, 2024

Attorney Eric D. Christoffersen 999 Fourier Dr., Suite 302, Madison, WI 53717 Bar Number 1078773

(March 9, 16, 23, 2024)

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